Post by : Saif Rahman

On Saturday morning, a significant column of smoke filled the skies of Caracas, Venezuela, alongside a series of loud explosions reported by local residents. Witnesses noted the presence of aircraft overhead, while southern parts of the city experienced power outages close to a key military installation. Social media users shared videos capturing flashes and smoke rising from various locations, though the authenticity and specific sites depicted in these clips remain unverified.

The source of the disturbances is still unknown, with Venezuelan officials yet to release any official statements, leaving both locals and observers in a state of uncertainty. These events unfold amidst heightened political and military tensions between Venezuela and the United States.

Recently, the U.S. has intensified its pressure campaign on Venezuela, with former President Donald Trump publicly demanding the resignation of President Nicolas Maduro. Reports indicate Trump urged Maduro to relinquish power privately. As part of this approach, the U.S. has positioned an aircraft carrier, warships, and advanced fighter jets in the Caribbean, imposed an oil blockade, expanded sanctions, and conducted targeted strikes on vessels accused of drug trafficking in the Pacific and Caribbean seas.

Just last week, Trump announced that U.S. forces targeted a site in Venezuela linked to drug transportation, marking a notable increase in military activity. While specifics on the responsible parties for the strikes were not disclosed, media sources suggest the involvement of U.S. intelligence. Maduro’s government has consistently rebuffed allegations of drug trafficking, with international observers condemning these actions as extrajudicial.

The chaos in Caracas underlines the fragile security climate in Venezuela’s capital, where ordinary citizens face risks of violence amid rising geopolitical friction. Analysts warn that the interplay of local unrest, external pressures, and military escalation in the region may aggravate humanitarian crises and disrupt daily existence for Venezuelans.

Currently, the global community is closely observing the situation in Caracas. Authorities have advised residents to stay indoors and avoid military zones until further clarity is provided. The forthcoming days are pivotal in determining whether these explosions are isolated events or indicative of broader military maneuvers related to the ongoing U.S.-Venezuela tensions.

#Global News