Mar 20 • 02:32 UTC 🇫🇷 France Le Figaro

Venezuela: the interim president announces the replacement of the entire military high command

Interim President Delcy Rodriguez of Venezuela has replaced the entire military high command following the dismissal of the defense minister.

Delcy Rodriguez, the interim president of Venezuela, announced on Thursday the complete overhaul of the country's high military command. This decision came just a day after the dismissal of the former Minister of Defense. Rodriguez, who has been in power since the capture of former President Nicolas Maduro by American forces, stated that the new military leaders would serve under General Gustavo González López, the newly appointed Minister of Defense.

The change in military leadership reflects the ongoing tensions within the Venezuelan government and the complexities of its political landscape, especially considering the controversial removal of Maduro. The announcement has drawn reactions from the Venezuelan public, with some expressing gratitude towards former U.S. President Donald Trump for his role in the political turmoil. This shift in military command could signal a new phase in Venezuela's governance and might impact internal security dynamics.

As the country grapples with both political upheaval and socio-economic crises, the new military leadership's relationship with the civilian government remains crucial. Observers are keen to see how these changes will affect Venezuela's international relations and its efforts to stabilize governance amid ongoing pressures from external actors and internal dissent.

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