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SUN · 2026-01-04 · 13:26 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0104-5604
NSR-2026-0104-5604News Report·EN·Diplomatic
Photo of Maduro bound and blindfolded posted by Trump sparks condemnation
In January 2026, Donald Trump posted a photograph depicting a bound and blindfolded Nicolas Maduro, the President of Venezuela, aboard the USS Iwo Jima. The image, shared on social media, sparked immediate shock and widespread condemnation.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-01-04 · 13:26 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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In January 2026, Donald Trump posted a photograph depicting a bound and blindfolded Nicolas Maduro, the President of Venezuela, aboard the USS Iwo Jima. The image, shared on social media, sparked immediate shock and widespread condemnation. The post quickly gained attention, raising concerns about its implications for US-Venezuelan relations. The incident occurred amidst ongoing political tensions and a complex power struggle within Venezuela. The reasons behind Trump's posting of the controversial image remain unclear.
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The image depicts Maduro aboard the USS Iwo Jima.
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The image was posted on 4 Jan 2026.
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Donald Trump posted a photo of Nicolas Maduro bound and blindfolded.
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The image prompted shock and condemnation.
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