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Who was Nicólas Maduro?
Nicólas Maduro was the president of Venezuela, a South American country. The US has long opposed his leadership, viewing his government as authoritarian. The 'night-time raid' mentioned in the story likely refers to US efforts to undermine his regime, reflecting ongoing international tensions and power struggles in the region.
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