Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has expressed his support for President Donald Trump"s actions in toppling Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela. This statement was made public on Saturday, January 3, 2026.
Netanyahu"s endorsement aligns with the U.S. government"s stance on the situation in Venezuela, where Maduro has faced significant opposition. The political climate in Venezuela has been tumultuous, with various international actors involved in the ongoing crisis.
In related developments, President Trump has previously indicated plans to tap into Venezuela"s oil reserves following Maduro"s ouster. For further details on this aspect, see Trump announces US will tap Venezuela"s oil reserves after Maduro ouster.
This support from Netanyahu comes amid a broader context of international responses to the Venezuelan crisis, which has seen various nations take sides in the conflict. As previously reported, the situation continues to evolve with significant implications for regional stability.
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Further information on the political landscape in the region can be found in our coverage of the recent developments in Yemen.
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