03.01.2026 11:01
Due to tensions in the Caribbean, at least 7 explosions and the sound of low-flying planes were heard in Caracas, the capital of Venezuela, which is on the brink of war with the United States. Venezuelan officials, commenting on the explosions, stated, "We reject U.S. military aggression." Maduro announced a state of emergency across the country, calling on all social and political forces to activate mobilization plans.
At least 7 explosions occurred in Caracas, the capital of Venezuela. The US press reported that the attacks were carried out on the orders of President Trump. As the first statement from Venezuela comes in, a state of emergency has been declared across the country.
EXPLOSIONS OCCURRED AROUND THE MILITARY BASE
It was stated that the explosions occurred near Fortuna, the main military base in Caracas. Following the explosions, power was also cut in the area.
HELICOPTERS AND AIRPLANES SIGHTED
Additionally, numerous helicopters, airplanes, and smoke rising from the hit areas have been observed in the skies over Caracas. The explosions occurred at a time when President Donald Trump of the United States was raising the possibility of ground attacks against Venezuela while deploying a naval task force to the Caribbean.
FIRST STATEMENT FROM VENEZUELA: WE REJECT US AGGRESSION
In a statement from the Venezuelan government, the US military aggression was rejected, stating, "The aim of the US attacks is to seize Venezuelan oil and minerals. The US will not succeed in seizing resources. The attacks occurred in Caracas and the states of Miranda, Aragua, and La Guaira."
STATE OF EMERGENCY DECLARED
Maduro announced that he declared a state of emergency across the country, calling on all social and political forces to activate mobilization plans. The Venezuelan Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the attacks clearly violated the UN Charter and threatened peace and stability.
TRUMP GAVE THE ORDER
According to US officials speaking to CBS, the attack on military bases in Venezuela was carried out on the orders of President Donald Trump.