Strikes on Venezuela were cover for Maduro’s capture – US Senator

The country’s president is facing several charges related to narcotics trafficking and weapons on US soil

US military strikes on Venezuela were meant to provide cover for the capture of President Nicolas Maduro, who is expected to face trial on criminal charges on American soil, US Senator Mike Lee has said, citing US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

The comments followed overnight explosions and reports of warplanes buzzing the capital city of Caracas.