U.S. military actions in Venezuela have centered on a targeted January 2026 operation that captured Nicolás Maduro rather than a broader ground invasion or occupation. Following airstrikes to neutralize defenses, U.S. forces removed Maduro and his wife on narco-terrorism charges, after which acting president Delcy Rodríguez assumed power amid U.S.-backed transition talks focused on sanctions relief, oil sector access, judicial reforms, and eventual elections. Ongoing Caribbean naval presence supports counter-narcotics efforts and regional leverage, while June 2026 earthquakes prompted additional U.S. humanitarian aid and reconstruction involvement. Current negotiations between Venezuelan factions, monitored by U.S. officials, emphasize stabilization and reconciliation without indicating imminent large-scale troop deployment, though outcomes depend on compliance with transition milestones and any shifts in bilateral tensions.