Maduro's capture in Venezuela sends warning signal to Iran
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Key Points:
- The US military's capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife has alarmed Iran, a close ally of Maduro, as it signals a willingness by the Trump administration to use military force to overthrow regimes, violating international law.
- Iran condemned the arrest as illegal and demanded Maduro's immediate release, emphasizing continued mutual respect and cooperation with Venezuela despite their geographic and cultural differences.
- The event occurs amid ongoing protests in Iran over economic hardships, with US President Trump warning of severe consequences if the Iranian government violently suppresses demonstrators.
- Analysts suggest Maduro's capture is a strategic message from the US to Iran, indicating Tehran's leadership could become a military target, which may influence Iran's internal and external policies.
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