The President's Daily Brief October 29th, 2025: America’s Secret Plan to Capture Nicolás Maduro & Russia’s Economic Retreat
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Oct 29, 2025 A daring U.S. plot allegedly aims to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by recruiting his personal pilot mid-flight. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu escalates strikes on Gaza in response to stalled negotiations over hostages. In the economic arena, Russia's Lukoil is compelled to sell its overseas holdings due to the impact of Western sanctions. Finally, a new trade deal between President Trump and Japan strengthens ties and enhances cooperation on critical resources.
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Covert Recruitment Of Maduro’s Pilot
- Edwin Lopez tried to recruit Maduro's personal pilot to reroute the president's plane to U.S. custody.
- The pilot stalled, later appeared on state TV, and the covert plan ultimately failed.
U.S. Escalation Beyond Sanctions
- The episode shows Washington using a mix of legal seizing and covert operations against Maduro.
- That combination signals escalating U.S. willingness to apply pressure beyond sanctions.
Ceasefire Strain Over Hostage Remains
- Israel resumed airstrikes after accusing Hamas of deceiving investigators and delaying return of hostages' remains.
- Drone video and forensic disputes deepened mistrust and put the fragile truce at risk.