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Analysis: Why Venezuela’s military holds the key to country’s future

Al JazeeraEN 4 min read 100% complete by Carlos Eduardo PinaJanuary 10, 2026 at 06:27 AM
Analysis: Why Venezuela’s military holds the key to country’s future
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Following the US abduction of President Maduro in January 2026, the Venezuelan military (FANB) faces a critical juncture. For nearly 27 years, the FANB has been a key ally to Chavez and Maduro, gaining significant power and influence within the government in exchange for dismantling political opposition. However, Maduro's capture from a military complex has damaged the FANB's image and exposed vulnerabilities. The military must now decide whether to support deals brokered by the US and interim President Rodriguez, or risk further US attacks and a decline in their power. The FANB's decision will be crucial in determining Venezuela's future, given its expanded role in law enforcement and its importance in maintaining government stability amid legitimacy crises.

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Key Player Opposition Context
Fuerte Tiuna 40% United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV) 50% Hugo Chavez ×260% Donald Trump ×270% Delcy Rodriguez ×270% United States ×270% Venezuela ×790% Nicolás Maduro (Maduro) ×690% National Bolivarian Armed Forces (FANB) ×7100%

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venezuelan military 100% nicolas maduro 80% political power 70% united states 60% authoritarianism 60% delcy rodriguez 50% donald trump 50% political crisis 50% law enforcement 40%

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