Venezuela shaken by series of explosions in capital Caracas
Explosions rock Venezuelan capital Caracas amid rising tensions with US
- Venezuela's capital, Caracas, experienced multiple explosions early on Saturday, 3 January 2026, amid escalating tensions with the United States.
- At least seven blasts were heard around 2 a.m. local time, with reports of low-flying aircraft and plumes of smoke over several districts.
- The incidents caused power outages and widespread panic among residents, who took to the streets.
- Caracas's government accused the United States of military aggression, declared a state of emergency, and stated that both civilian and military sites were targeted.
- Donald Trump confirmed US action in a Truth Social post, claiming a successful large-scale strike against Venezuela and its leader, and announced a press conference for further details.