On Saturday, the US hit the various states of Venezuela. The US President Donald Trump claims that the President Nicolas Maduro has been captured. The explosion was at the capital Caracas and other parts of Venezuela. The U.S. carried out multiple strikes on suspected Drug-Smuggling Vessels in the Caribbean and Pacific resulting in killing. Maduro frequently condemned these acts as illegal.
- US Strikes Venezuela
- What Happened On 3 January, 2026?
- Why is the US Strike Launched 2026?
- Views Of Venezuela Government On Air Strike
- Impact Of Air Strike 2026
- Views Of Other Countries On Venezuela Strikes
- FAQ’s Related To US Strikes Venezuela Live Updates
- When was Attack launched?
- Who initiated the attack on Venezuela?
- Is the Venezuelan President captured?
US Strikes Venezuela
The President of Venezuela has declared a nationwide emergency and he urged the citizens to rise up against the air strike.The Venezuela and other neighbouring countries claim the strike as a violation of international law. The vice president of Venezuela also said the US strikes are an act of “Criminal Military Aggression.” Venezuela has declared an emergency across the nation. The government stated that the US has attacked civilian and military bases and many other places.
What Happened On 3 January, 2026?
On January 3, 2026, Saturday the explosions and low-flying aircraft were heard over Caracas and nearby regions early in the morning, with videos and eyewitness reports showing blasts, sirens, and power outages in the capital. The strike hit areas such as military bases, airports, and other infrastructure inside Venezuelan territory. The FAA issued warnings restricting flights due to ongoing military activity, signaling active operations overhead.
- The explosion, low flying aircrafts and loud noises were heard on Saturday early morning around 2: AM at capital of Venezuelan
- The President of Columbia claims that the bomb attacks at Caracas.
- The Venezuelan claim is an act of Military Aggression by the US and violation of International Law.
Why is the US Strike Launched 2026?
- Cited drug trafficking and narco-terrorism
- An escalation by the military after months of targeting suspected drug-smuggling vessels offshore.
Views Of Venezuela Government On Air Strike
Venezuela’s government claims the Air Strike as illegal “military aggression” and a breach of international law. The government also says that attacks are aimed at forcing regime change and seizing strategic resources like oil and minerals. President Nicolás Maduro declared a state of emergency and asked for defence plans and alerts have been issued. The Venezuela Defence Minister Vladimir Padrino Lopez the US attacks the urban areas with missiles and rockets.
Impact Of Air Strike 2026
Venezuela alleges both military and civilian sites were attacked by the U.S. As per the news flashing on social media the operation was targeting military or cartel-linked locations. Still all the claims have not been verified.
Views Of Other Countries On Venezuela Strikes
- Russia condemned the U.S. strikes as a violation of international law, calling it an “act of armed aggression.” Moscow warned of dangerous consequences and emphasized the need to prevent escalation.
- China criticized the Air Strike and said its a unilateral use of force, that fighting crime cannot justify attacking a sovereign state.
- Iraq strongly condemned the strikes as a violation of Venezuelan sovereignty and territorial integrity. It also said the U.S. military action was unacceptable under international law.
FAQ’s Related To US Strikes Venezuela Live Updates
When was Attack launched?
It was launched in Caracas.
Who initiated the attack on Venezuela?
The US launched a series of attacks on Venezuela.
Is the Venezuelan President captured?
Yes, the Venezuelan President is captured along with his wife.
