Cloud of Confusion; PSYOP, oil, and Coup (The Duran)

The Duran guys reporting that the operation involved complicity from elements inside Venezuela. Without this cooperation the raid would have been a more bloody affair. Maduro's bodyguards were apparently Cubans, and all were killed during the op. Those who have taken charge in Venezuela likely wanted Maduro gone, and are prepared to do deals with the US over their oil, which was the real objective of this action (although Maduro was also prepared to deal). A very interesting insight into what likely happened - a coup of sorts.

[Posted at the SpookyWeather2 blog, January 7, 2026.]