Details of Maduro's Arrest Operation on the Sixth Anniversary of Qassem Soleimani's Killing from Donald Trump's Perspective

The President of the United States described the operation in Venezuela that led to the arrest of Nicolás Maduro and his wife as 'amazing' in his first interview following the event. He referenced the killing of Qassem Soleimani, attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities, and the killing of al-Baghdadi. Fox News aired an exclusive interview with Donald Trump regarding the recent U.S. operation that resulted in the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. In response to the host's mention of the coincidence of Maduro's arrest with the sixth anniversary of Soleimani's killing, Trump stated, 'We eliminated Soleimani. We eliminated many people. Look at what we did to the leader of ISIS.' He also referred to the 'Midnight Hammer' operation targeting Iran's nuclear facilities, saying, 'Every B-2 bomber, every missile hit its target, and the target was a ventilation shaft.' He emphasized that the operation was conducted in the dark of night and all missiles passed through the ventilation shaft, destroying the location. It was incredible. And this was incredible too.' In another part of the conversation, he compared this operation to previous attacks on Iran in past years, including operations that involved helicopter crashes or the Carter-era crisis, asserting that those efforts were chaotic and unsuccessful, and 'none can compare to what has happened now, and nothing like it has been seen before.' The U.S. President stressed that without the attack on Iran's nuclear facilities, 'you could never have peace in the Middle East. We attacked here and there, and look what is happening to Iran now. But we eliminated it.' He emphasized that destroying Iran's nuclear capability was a good move, stating, 'They were ready. They would have become a nuclear power in two months.' Trump provided more details about the operation in Venezuela, emphasizing that it was conducted 'without American casualties and in a completely organized manner.' Trump said, 'Maduro was in a house that resembled a fortress. The doors were steel, and he was trying to reach a safe room, but our forces entered before he could close the door. We were even prepared to breach the steel, but there was no need for tools because he didn't reach that part.' He added that the operation was carried out with the participation of special forces and heavy air support, deeming it 'right and necessary.' Trump stated, 'We are in a war where 300,000 of our people die each year due to drugs. This is more than the casualties in many wars.' He described the operation against Maduro as part of the war against drug terrorism on America's southern border, claiming this action would save thousands of American lives, as Venezuela has committed unforgivable acts by sending traffickers, prisoners, and mentally ill individuals to the United States. In response to a question about Venezuela's political future, Trump said, 'We are still making decisions. We cannot allow someone else to fill his place and continue down the same path. In any case, the United States will play a very active role at this stage.' He added, 'The people of Venezuela deserve freedom. They love America and are happy about the fall of the regime that brought their country to ruin.' Mike Waltz stated: 'The actions and policies of Maduro's illegitimate regime are an extraordinary threat to America and the Western Hemisphere.' The U.S. Attorney General stated that Maduro and his wife have been indicted and will soon face 'the full wrath of American justice.' The President of the United States announced the arrest of Nicolás Maduro and his wife in Venezuela, increasing pressure on the Maduro regime; Trump stated that the U.S. targeted a facility in Venezuela.