Leaked video shows Venezuela's regime scrambling to shape narrative after US raid

A nearly two-hour leaked meeting reveals Venezuela’s acting president Delcy Rodríguez and cabinet members rushing to control the narrative after a US-led operation captured Maduro. Rodríguez and others discuss threats, unity, and three aims—preserve peace, rescue hostages, and safeguard political power—while influencers are urged to defend the regime online. Analysts say the clip highlights how the regime seeks to manage perception, maintain power, and balance rhetoric with concessions, with cabinet reshuffles and new social-media moves following the leak as it faces pressure for a democratic opening or another authoritarian path.