Following the capture of Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces, one of the most influential figures within Venezuela’s ruling movement, Diosdado Cabello, has stepped forward with a firm message: the current government, under the banner of the Bolivarian Revolution, remains “the only guarantee of peace” in the country. The statement seeks to project stability after weeks of political uncertainty.
Cabello, who serves as interior minister and secretary general of the ruling party, used his weekly state television program to categorically deny reports of internal divisions within the government. He dismissed claims of fractures or betrayals as coordinated disinformation campaigns aimed at undermining the ruling coalition. His remarks are part of a broader communication strategy designed to reinforce an image of unity and control following Maduro’s removal. Since the operation, government officials have emphasized continuity, insisting that the political balance of power has not shifted despite the dramatic change at the top.
Cabello stressed that the institutions of the state remain firmly in the hands of the Bolivarian movement. By describing the government as the “guarantee of peace,” he attempted to counter perceptions of chaos or a power vacuum that could emerge after Maduro’s absence. At the same time, authorities have adjusted their media approach. State television programming has been scaled back in some cases for security reasons, while official activity on social media platforms has been renewed as part of an effort to maintain consistent messaging.
The interior minister also accused opposition figures and social media users of spreading false narratives about infighting within the government. According to Cabello, such claims are intended to manipulate public opinion and weaken internal cohesion at a sensitive moment. Cabello’s prominent role underscores his position as a central pillar of political continuity in Venezuela.
Beyond overseeing internal security, he has become the leading public voice tasked with reassuring supporters and signaling stability to both domestic and international audiences. In this context, the government’s message is clear: despite recent events, it intends to project normalcy and control as Venezuela enters a new and uncertain phase following one of the most consequential operations in its modern political history.
