Maduro's first statement after being captured in January: "we want to continue strengthening peace in the country"

The former president of Venezuela, Nicolas Maduro, along with his wife, deputy Cilia Flores, have made a call for peace and national unity, two days after their hearing in court in New York. This represents the first public statement from the two after their capture in Caracas in January. In the message posted on their social media accounts, Maduro and Flores emphasized the importance of dialogue, coexistence, and respect, calling for reconciliation and forgiveness among Venezuelans. They declared themselves 'well, strong, serene' and thanked the Venezuelan people for their support during their detention, highlighting their courage and solidarity in maintaining national unity.