Explosions Shake Caracas as Venezuela Declares State of Emergency Amid Rising US Tensions, Military Base Hit and Blackouts Reported
A series of powerful explosions rocked Venezuela’s capital, Caracas, in the early hours of Saturday, triggering widespread panic and raising fears of a major security escalation amid worsening tensions between Venezuela and the United States. At least seven blasts were reportedly heard across the city, with thick smoke and fire seen near Fortuna, one of Caracas’ most strategic military bases, according to Al Jazeera and The Associated Press. Witnesses also reported low-flying aircraft and a sudden blackout in parts of the capital following the explosions.
While the exact cause of the blasts remains unclear, speculation ranges from a coordinated military operation to possible internal sabotage aimed at destabilising President Nicolás Maduro’s government. Venezuelan authorities accused the United States of launching coordinated attacks on civilian and military infrastructure in Caracas and several other states, describing the incident as an act of “military aggression.” In response, President Maduro declared a nationwide state of emergency, placed security forces on high alert, and ordered the protection of critical infrastructure. The United States has not issued an official response to the allegations.
A series of powerful explosions rocked Venezuela’s capital, Caracas, in the early hours of Saturday, triggering widespread panic and raising fears of a major security escalation amid worsening tensions between Venezuela and the United States. At least seven blasts were reportedly heard across the city, with thick smoke and fire seen near Fortuna, one of Caracas’ most strategic military bases, according to Al Jazeera and The Associated Press. Witnesses also reported low-flying aircraft and a sudden blackout in parts of the capital following the explosions.
While the exact cause of the blasts remains unclear, speculation ranges from a coordinated military operation to possible internal sabotage aimed at destabilising President Nicolás Maduro’s government. Venezuelan authorities accused the United States of launching coordinated attacks on civilian and military infrastructure in Caracas and several other states, describing the incident as an act of “military aggression.” In response, President Maduro declared a nationwide state of emergency, placed security forces on high alert, and ordered the protection of critical infrastructure. The United States has not issued an official response to the allegations.
Explosions Shake Caracas as Venezuela Declares State of Emergency Amid Rising US Tensions, Military Base Hit and Blackouts Reported
A series of powerful explosions rocked Venezuela’s capital, Caracas, in the early hours of Saturday, triggering widespread panic and raising fears of a major security escalation amid worsening tensions between Venezuela and the United States. At least seven blasts were reportedly heard across the city, with thick smoke and fire seen near Fortuna, one of Caracas’ most strategic military bases, according to Al Jazeera and The Associated Press. Witnesses also reported low-flying aircraft and a sudden blackout in parts of the capital following the explosions.
While the exact cause of the blasts remains unclear, speculation ranges from a coordinated military operation to possible internal sabotage aimed at destabilising President Nicolás Maduro’s government. Venezuelan authorities accused the United States of launching coordinated attacks on civilian and military infrastructure in Caracas and several other states, describing the incident as an act of “military aggression.” In response, President Maduro declared a nationwide state of emergency, placed security forces on high alert, and ordered the protection of critical infrastructure. The United States has not issued an official response to the allegations.
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