04.01.2026 15:31
Photos shared after the kidnapping of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro by the U.S. drew attention to him being seen in three different outfits. According to international media, the reason for the change of clothes is the stark temperature difference between Caracas and New York, as well as precautions taken against health risks during the journey. It was noted that Maduro's slippers and white socks are standard procedure for prisoners in the U.S.
A new detail has emerged regarding Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, who is said to have been detained in an operation organized by the United States. While the international public continues to discuss the repercussions of the event, media outlets and social media users have pointed out that Maduro is seen wearing different outfits in the photos shared by U.S. officials.
THE FIRST PHOTO SHOWED HIM IN A GRAY TRACKSUIT
In the first photo shared by U.S. President Donald Trump, Maduro is seen wearing a gray Nike tracksuit, while it became a topic of curiosity that he was photographed in two different outfits upon arriving in the U.S. Some assessments suggested that health conditions were prioritized during the long process of Maduro being brought to the U.S., and for this reason, his clothes were changed.
THE TEMPERATURE IN CARACAS WAS 26 DEGREES
According to predictions published in the international press, it is believed that Maduro was wearing light clothing during the raid that took place while he was sleeping at night with his wife, Celia Flores. The reason given for this was that the temperature in Caracas was 26 degrees on the day the operation was conducted.
HE WAS PHOTOGRAPHED WEARING A BLUE SWEATSHIRT AND HAT WHEN HE GOT OFF THE PLANE
On the other hand, it was claimed that after the raid conducted by the Delta Force team, Maduro was dressed in a gray tracksuit to prevent him from getting cold on the plane. It was recorded that upon the Boeing 757, which was said to be carrying Maduro, landing in New York, he was seen this time in a blue sweatshirt and hat. This change was said to be related to the much lower temperature in New York compared to Caracas. The report stated that the temperature in New York was -6 degrees yesterday.
CLAIM OF HYPOTHERMIA FOR MADURO
Experts pointed out that sudden temperature changes could trigger respiratory disorders, leading to symptoms such as sore throat, fatigue, cough, and runny nose. Some assessments suggested that Maduro showed early signs indicating hypothermia when he was brought to the Drug Enforcement Administration's center. For this reason, it was also claimed that Maduro wore a thicker black sweatshirt and a beanie.
HIS THICK WHITE SOCKS AND SLIPPERS REMAINED UNCHANGED
On the other hand, it was emphasized that although Maduro's clothing changed in the photos, two accessories remained constant. Accordingly, Maduro's thick white socks and slippers drew attention in all images. It was noted that the use of slippers and socks is a standard procedure for prisoners in the U.S., serving both security purposes and preventing the spread of fungal infections in the prison environment.