Trump’s abduction of Maduro escalates concerns over potential war with Iran

Experts say US military action in Caracas ‘gives momentum’ for conflict with Tehran and deals another blow to diplomacy.

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Washington, DC – Hours after the United States announced the abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, Israeli politician Yair Lapid issued a warning to Tehran: “The regime in Iran should pay close attention to what is happening in Venezuela.”

The forcible removal of Maduro from power came less than a week after US President Donald Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and threatened to launch new strikes against Iran.

Trump’s abduction of Maduro escalates concerns over potential war with Iran

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