According to Gossip News Now, acting President Delcy Rodríguez announced on Sunday the establishment of a special commission tasked with negotiating the release of former President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, following reports that U.S. forces had detained the couple. The announcement came after Maduro was reportedly seized in Caracas during a U.S. military operation and flown to New York to face U.S. legal proceedings on terrorism and drug-trafficking charges.
Rodríguez named National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez and Foreign Affairs Minister Yvan Gil as co-chairs of the newly formed panel. Information Minister Freddy Ñáñez was also included as a member charged with advancing discussions and diplomatic efforts regarding the case of Maduro and Flores. The leadership lineup highlights the administration’s intent to handle the situation at the highest political levels.
In a statement shared via Telegram, Rodríguez appealed for strengthened diplomatic ties with Washington, stressing the need for mutual respect and open dialogue between the two governments. She urged that the relationship between the nations be balanced and based on cooperation, indicating a desire to pursue negotiations in a calm and structured manner despite recent tensions.
Venezuela’s military and government institutions have formally recognized Rodríguez as interim president under a Supreme Court order that installed her at the head of a 90-day transitional government. Even so, officials acknowledge that the political climate remains fraught. The abrupt change in leadership and Maduro’s unexpected detention have prompted uncertainty about the country’s immediate future.
Defence Minister Vladimir Padrino López addressed the nation, calling for calm and encouraging citizens to resume their daily routines in light of the events. He emphasized that Venezuela’s constitutional process continues to operate despite the upheaval. At the same time, Padrino López condemned the U.S. operation that led to Maduro’s arrest, denouncing it as a form of kidnapping and labeling it cowardly. He alleged that the raid caused casualties, including members of Maduro’s security detail, military personnel, and civilians.
By Sunday, much of the capital Caracas appeared subdued. Many businesses remained closed and public movement was limited as residents coped with the shock of the unexpected U.S. intervention. The streets were quieter than usual amid fears and uncertainty following days of intense political turmoil triggered by Maduro’s capture.
Political Commentary and Analysis
Analysts say the capture of Nicolás Maduro by foreign forces represents a dramatic escalation in U.S.-Venezuela relations. The creation of a special commission underscores Caracas’s determination to resolve the crisis through formal channels, but experts warn that negotiating Maduro’s release will be challenging. The situation raises complex legal and diplomatic questions, as international law typically frowns on such cross-border operations. Some international observers note that the incident could set a new precedent in the region, potentially drawing criticism or cautious engagement from other governments.
Within Venezuela, political commentators believe the episode could have mixed domestic effects. On one hand, calls for calm and the focus on institutional processes suggest the interim government is trying to maintain stability. On the other hand, some citizens and political factions might rally around nationalist sentiments in response to what has been framed as a foreign “kidnapping.” The overlapping crises of leadership — with Rodríguez declared interim president at home while Maduro is detained abroad — create uncertainty about the constitutional order. Moving forward, Venezuela’s ability to navigate negotiations over Maduro’s fate without further polarization will be crucial for both domestic stability and its international standing.
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