In episode 71 of Takaro Kids, we kick off 2026 discussing a major global event: President Trump's military strike in Venezuela on January 3rd. Hosts Debbie and Kiran explore the historical context of Venezuela's political instability, including past leaders Hugo Chavez and Nicolás Maduro. They discuss the implications of the U.S. intervention, the country's rich natural resources, and the legality of such actions under international law. The episode wraps up with a quiz on Trump's future ambitions and a correction on a previous quiz about Vladimir Putin's tenure.

00:00 Welcome to 2026!
00:35 A Break and a Fresh Start
01:08 Trump's Bold Move in Venezuela
03:16 Venezuela's Rich Resources
04:01 Historical Context of Venezuela
05:56 Maduro's Controversial Leadership
08:42 International Reactions and Implications
15:35 Quiz Time!

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