Relations between the two countries have been poor since the presidency of Hugo Chavez began in 2006. They continued to deteriorate under Nicolas Maduro, whom the US said it captured on Saturday.

Trump’s unprecedented capture of Nicolás Maduro follows months of military campaign and years of strained relationship

Relations between the two countries have been poor since the presidency of Hugo Chavez began in 2006. They continued to deteriorate under Nicolas Maduro, whom the US said it…

Latin America correspondent Tom Phillips on the historic US strikes against Venezuela and the hopes and fears of the country's impoverished people

Where did US forces strike in Venezuela? Maps show where the attack unfolded.

Explore the timeline of U.S. military actions leading to Nicolás Maduro's capture amid escalating tensions and drug-related allegations.

After months of planning, US forces, with 150 jets taking off from 20 airbases, undertook an operation to seize Maduro.

Power cuts and fuel shortages likely to rise after loss of key ally, while Trump administration’s warnings cause concern

Follow the operation to seize the Venezuelan president through photos, satellite images and maps.