The US has captured Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro after a large-scale strike on the South American country, US President Donald Trump has said.
Trump stated that Maduro and his wife were flown out of the country in a military operation in conjunction with US law enforcement.
Explosions were reported across Venezuela's capital, Caracas, in the early hours of Saturday morning, including at military bases.
The Venezuelan government has demanded proof Maduro is alive and deployed its armed forces, declaring a national emergency.
Maduro's capture follows escalating tensions between the US and Venezuela, with Washington having targeted boats in the Caribbean alleged to be involved in drug trafficking.
The US has accused Maduro of drug-smuggling involvement and has deemed his presidency illegitimate.
Details regarding Maduro's capture remain vague, with Trump promising a news conference for further information.
Strikes occurred around 02:00 local time (06:00 GMT), causing extensive disruption in Caracas, with reports of explosions at military outposts and power outages in surrounding areas.
The Venezuelan government condemned the attacks as "military aggression" and demanded immediate proof of the safety of its leaders.
Maduro, who succeeded Hugo Chávez in 2013, has faced international scrutiny and claims of illegitimacy following contested elections. The backdrop to these strikes includes heightened drug trafficking accusations directed at Maduro and his government, highlighting a long-standing power struggle between the two nations.
