Explosions were heard across the Venezuelan capital, Caracas, as thick smoke was seen rising from several areas of the city. Reports indicate that multiple locations were affected, including sites linked to military infrastructure.
US President Donald Trump ordered strikes on targets inside Venezuela, according to US officials speaking to CBS News, the BBC’s US partner. The reported targets included military facilities.
Venezuela’s government has rejected the actions, strongly denouncing them as US military aggression and accusing Washington of violating the country’s sovereignty.
Following the explosions, several surrounding communities experienced power outages. Residents reported hearing blasts in multiple locations throughout the capital, including areas near military installations.
The developments come at a time of heightened tension between the United States and Venezuela, with relations between the two countries already severely strained prior to the incident.