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Sources state that ousted Venezuela's head of state Nicolás Maduro has been taken into custody and is now held at a federal detention facility in Brooklyn, New York.

International Backlash and Demands for Release

A key world power, China, has officially called on the US to at once release Maduro and his wife. This position highlighted that the issue should be handled through dialogue and adherence to international law.

The deportation disregarded international law and norms, the statement added.

Details of the Detention

According to American news outlets, Maduro arrived to the MDC in Brooklyn. Maduro is expected to make an first court appearance in a Manhattan federal court on Monday.

This institution has been home to several famous prisoners, including:

• A famous rapper convicted on US federal prostitution-related charges.
• The former CEO of a bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange, convicted of financial crimes.
• A suspect charged with a notable killing.

Summary of Major Developments

Following is a rundown of the significant events surrounding this unprecedented case:

• A plane believed to be carrying Maduro and his wife arrived in New York on Saturday evening.
• Video footage posted online appeared to show Maduro in restraints and escorted by officials at a US federal agency.
• The ex-president commented that the US would oversee Venezuela for a time to ensure a safe transition.
• Trump also indicated the US would be deeply engaged in Venezuela's oil industry after the military operation.
• The country's high court has instructed the second-in-command to assume the role of acting president during this time.
• The UN Security Council is set to hold an urgent session to address the situation.
• The UN Secretary-General voiced deep alarm over the US military action, describing it as a worrying development.
• Reports suggest that dozens of people, including, died during the initial attack.

These events continues to unfold with major international implications.