Sat Jan 03 09:41:20 UTC 2026: Okay, here’s a summary of the implied events and a rewritten news article:

Summary (Based on the Headline):

The United States, under the leadership of then-President Donald Trump, took military or economic action against Venezuela, with the stated goal of removing Nicolás Maduro from power. (The exact nature of the “strike” is unspecified, but the overall implication is a forceful action.)

News Article:

Trump Administration Launches Action Against Venezuela in Bid to Oust Maduro

Washington D.C. – The Trump administration has initiated a forceful action against Venezuela, aimed at removing President Nicolás Maduro from power, Al Jazeera English reports. The nature of the intervention, described as a “strike,” remains unconfirmed, but sources suggest it could involve a range of measures, potentially including escalated sanctions or targeted military operations.

The move comes after years of mounting pressure from the U.S. on the Maduro regime, which has been accused of human rights abuses, corruption, and election rigging. The U.S. has previously recognized opposition leader Juan Guaidó as the legitimate interim president of Venezuela.

“The United States remains committed to the Venezuelan people and their aspirations for a democratic and prosperous future,” a White House statement, released shortly after the Al Jazeera report, said. While the statement did not explicitly confirm the “strike,” it reiterated the administration’s determination to hold Maduro accountable and restore democracy to the country.

Critics have condemned the action, warning that it could destabilize the region further and exacerbate the humanitarian crisis in Venezuela. “Any intervention, whether military or aggressive economic measures, risks escalating the situation and harming the Venezuelan people,” said Geoff Ramsey at the Washington Office on Latin America.

The Venezuelan government has yet to officially respond to the reports. The situation is rapidly developing, and Al Jazeera English will continue to provide updates as they become available.

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