Updated on: Jan 05, 2026 07:52 pm IST
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife appeared in Manhattan court after their capture following US strikes in Caracas.
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife arrived in Manhattan on Monday for their initial court appearance in the United States. The development comes after their shocking capture following US strikes in Caracas.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores moved out of a helicopter, as Maduro heads towards the Daniel Patrick Manhattan United States Courthouse for an initial appearance to face U.S. federal charges including narco-terrorism, conspiracy, drug trafficking, money laundering and others in New York City, U.S., January 5, 2026. REUTERS/Adam Gray(REUTERS)
Maduro was transported by helicopter to a heliport in Manhattan, located near the federal courthouse, before being moved into an armored vehicle.
Maduro is facing charges related to narcotrafficking and weapons offenses, with US officials alleging that he led a criminal organization while in office.
Dressed in a tan prison jumpsuit and vivid orange shoes, handcuffed Maduro was seen limping slightly while being escorted by agents from the Drug Enforcement Administration. His wife Cilia Flores was also seen accompanying him.
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