KATHMANDU, Jan 3: A series of explosions and the sound of low-flying aircraft shook Venezuela’s capital early Saturday, triggering power outages in parts of the city and prompting heightened security measures by authorities.
Various media outlets reported about the possible bombing citing residents in several neighborhoods who reported loud blasts shortly after midnight, with smoke seen rising near key installations. Power disruptions were reported in southern areas of Caracas, adding to public anxiety as people rushed outdoors to assess the situation.
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According to US media outlet CBS News, Trump had ordered attacks on military facilities and several key locations inside Venezuela.
The Venezuelan government accused the United States of carrying out “military aggression,” claiming both civilian and military sites in Caracas and other states were targeted. President Nicolás Maduro declared a national emergency and mobilized defense forces in response to what he described as an imperialist attack aimed at seizing control of the country’s resources.
US officials have not formally commented on the allegations, though the incident follows months of heightened tensions, including U.S. military activity in the region and previous strikes on vessels accused of drug trafficking. Maduro’s government reported the imposition of an airspace restriction after the explosions.
No official confirmation on casualties or the extent of damage has been released so far. The situation remains tense as investigations continue and the government calls for vigilance amid what it described as a serious threat to national security.
With inputs from various media outlets.
