Venezuela Shakes as Explosions Rock Caracas; Maduro Declares National Emergency
Explosions and Black Smoke Take Over Caracas
Caracas woke up to chaos early Saturday as multiple explosions rocked the city, sending columns of black smoke into the sky. Aircraft were reportedly spotted above, and a power outage hit the southern area near a major military base. The Venezuelan government slammed it as “military aggression” by the United States. President Nicolas Maduro immediately declared a national emergency, urging social and political forces to “activate mobilization plans.” Was it an isolated incident or the start of something bigger? Caracas is holding its breath.
Government Calls For Mobilization
Maduro’s administration is pulling out all stops, calling on citizens to stay alert and support the state’s emergency plans. “Venezuela rejects any foreign military aggression,” the statement declared, signaling that Caracas is ready for action, but how the situation unfolds remains anyone’s guess.
U.S.-Venezuela Tensions Escalate
For months now, there has been a slow brewing of tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela. At the same time, President Trump has been going public with his anticipation of land operations and, at the same time, he has been pushing President Maduro to resign. President Trump has even called it “smart” for Maduro to get out of here. There has been no public playbook or official plan made available, leaving both Venezuela and the world in the dark about what the United States might do next. Caracas is still very much on edge, and the citizens are watching the situation develop closely and, at the same time, are mindful that any escalation might lead to consequences that are very wide-ranging. The uncertainty is such that it keeps diplomats, markets, and even ordinary Venezuelans in a state of similar apprehension as the world is waiting to see in which direction the confrontation will go.
Security on High Alert
Military bases and key areas remain on edge. With explosions, black smoke, and power outages all in play, citizens are glued to updates. Is this chaos a one-off, or the opening act of a larger confrontation? Only time will tell.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely, urging people to stay safe and follow official guidance.
FAA Restriction Signals Rising Aviation Security Concerns Has Prohibited U.S. commercial Flights From Flying Over Venezuelan
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has prohibited U.S. commercial flights from flying over Venezuelan territory due to “ongoing military activity,” an AP reporter on X stated. The ban came just before explosions were reported in Caracas, raising security risks in the country to a higher level. The FAA’s restriction reflects concerns over unsafe civilian aviation amid escalating political and military tensions involving Venezuela and other countries. Normally, such restrictions are put in place when there is a real danger to aircraft arising from conflict, mostly due to the presence of air defense systems or active military operations. The situation remains highly fluid, and international observers are keeping a close watch on developments in and around Caracas.
(With Inputs From REUTERS)
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