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EPISODE · Jan 7, 2026 · 6 MIN

What people on the Colombia-Venezuela border are saying about Maduro's capture

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Many Venezuelans living in border towns like Cúcuta celebrated the capture, expressing hope for a return to their homeland. Business owners who fled Maduro’s government organized parties, viewing his removal as the first step toward reuniting families split by the crisis. Since the U.S. military operation on January 3, 2026, that captured Nicolás Maduro, the mood on the Colombia-Venezuela border has been a tense mixture of celebration, fear, and profound uncertainty.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-explained--6659607/support.Don’t miss our latest episodes! follow us to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support our podcast to serve update news entire the world!

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