Absolutely Insane’: Explosions Rock Caracas as US Confirms Venezuela Strikes

Brief By Hindustan Times / 3:41 PM on 03 Jan 2026

Loud explosions rocked Venezuela’s capital early Saturday, with videos showing blasts and aircraft-like sounds over Caracas. Social media clips went viral as tensions with Washington escalated. US President Donald Trump later confirmed large-scale strikes, saying Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was captured with his wife. Authorities in Caracas reported smoke near airports as investigations continued amid uncertainty and conflicting initial reports.