I want to establish the facts first. I want to speak to President Trump and allies about what has happened in Venezuela.

I can be absolutely clear that we were not involved...and I always say and believe we should all uphold international law.

Nicolas Maduro wasn’t just an illegitimate dictator; he also ran a vast drug-trafficking operation. That’s why he was indicted in U.S. court nearly six years ago for drug trafficking and narco-terrorism.

I just spoke to Rubio, who confirmed that Maduro is in U.S. custody and will face justice for his crimes against our citizens. I commend President Trump and our brave troops and law-enforcement officers for this incredible operation.

The interim government in Venezuela must now decide whether to continue the drug trafficking and colluding with adversaries like Iran and Cuba or whether to act like a normal nation and return to the civilized world. I urge them to choose wisely.

So when China launches a special op to seize the president of Taiwan: or Russia tries to do the same for Zelensky - what exactly do we say?

You can’t do that, it’s illegal?

Trump has been very clear that he believes there is a drug caliphate in our back yard that need to be taken out. The operation has been formulating for the last couple of weeks.

There's a new sheriff in town. He has put life into the Monroe doctrine.

If I'm the leader of Iran, I'm going to go pray in the mosque.

The process of liberation in Venezuela has begun, and it is in America’s interest to see it succeed.

We need to help the people start fresh.

All options are on the table [regarding additional strikes].

Following very closely the situation in Venezuela. We stand by the people of Venezuela and support a peaceful and democratic transition.

Any solution must respect international law and the UN Charter.

With HRVP Kaja Kallas and in coordination with EU Member States, we are making sure that EU citizens in the country can count on our full support.

The president offered multiple off ramps, but was very clear throughout this process: the drug trafficking must stop, and the stolen oil must be returned to the United States.

Maduro is the newest person to find out that President Trump means what he says.

Kudos to our brave special operators who pulled off a truly impressive operation.

And PSA for everyone saying this was "illegal":

Maduro has multiple indictments in the United States for narcoterrorism.

You don't get to avoid justice for drug trafficking in the United States because you live in a palace in Caracas.

Turkey attaches importance to the stability of Venezuela and to the peace and well-being of the Venezuelan people.

In order to prevent the current situation from leading to negative consequences for regional and international security, we call on all parties to act with restraint.

We are ready to offer any constructive contribution toward resolving the crisis in Venezuela within the framework of international law.

Inside the country is in complete tranquility.

They've tried this and they maybe thought that the people would come out defeated, and that's not what's happening.

Venezuela knows it has been attacked.

Venezuela knows what it has to do. Our people know what they have to do. Our President...

It’s been 28 weeks since the first threats — 28 weeks. And they carried out a treacherous, vile attack against a people who were sleeping.