The relationship between the United States and Venezuela has entered its most volatile and unprecedented phase in decades, following a dramatic escalation that has moved far beyond sanctions and diplomacy into direct military action.  In early January 2026, the United States carried out a major military operation inside Venezuelan territory, centred on Caracas and key military installations. The operation resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. Mbuyisei Ndlozi is in conversation with Venezuela Ambassador to SA, Carlos Feo. 

<p>The relationship between the United States and Venezuela has entered its most volatile and unprecedented phase in decades, following a dramatic escalation that has moved far beyond sanctions and diplomacy into direct military action.&nbsp; In early January 2026, the United States carried out a major military operation inside Venezuelan territory, centred on Caracas and key military installations. The operation resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicol&aacute;s Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. Mbuyisei Ndlozi is in conversation with Venezuela Ambassador to SA, Carlos Feo.&nbsp;</p>

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Ndlozi also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.

<p>POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day&rsquo;s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Ndlozi also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.</p>

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