Venezuelan Prime Minister Nicolás Maduro declared a state of emergency following the attack.

VIDEO | Massive explosions rock Venezuela’s Caracas in US ‘attack’

Loud explosions, accompanied by sounds resembling aircraft flyovers, were heard in Caracas around 2:00 am (0600 GMT) Saturday, an AFP journalist reported.

The explosions come as US President Donald Trump, who has deployed a navy task force to the Caribbean, raised the possibility of ground strikes against Venezuela.


Loud Explosions in Venezuela After Trump Warns of Ground Strikes

Colombian President Gustavo Petro on X said that Venezuela is under attack after explosions rocked Caracas, urging urgent UN and OAS action. The alarm comes amid blackouts near a military base and fresh fears of US strikes following Donald Trump’s recent threats and admissions.

'They have attacked Venezuela': Colombia President Gustavo Petro claims Caracas under missile attack

Explosions, aircraft noise and power cuts rocked parts of Caracas overnight near a major military base, raising fears of escalation. The developments come as Donald Trump renews pressure on Venezuela, after repeatedly warning of possible US land operations against the Maduro regime.

Loud blasts, airplanes heard in Caracas, blackout reported near key Venezuelan military base. Trump carrying out land strike threat?

Tensions between the United States and Venezuela have escalated as China strongly criticises what it calls U.S. interference in Venezuela’s ongoing political and economic crisis. Beijing urged respect for Venezuela’s sovereignty, warning against external intervention. 


US-Venezuela Tensions: China Criticises US Interference in Venezuela Crisis

"Wherever they want and whenever they want," Maduro said of the idea of dialogue with the US in an interview on state TV.

'Whenever they want': Venezuela's Maduro says open to talks with Trump's US

Tensions between the United States and Venezuela are escalating as the US increases military pressure amid ongoing political and economic unrest in Venezuela.

Tensions Mount as US Ramps up Military Pressure on Venezuela

US–Venezuela tensions escalate as the US President calls on President Nicolás Maduro to step down amid rising diplomatic strain. The move comes amid ongoing disputes over Venezuela’s political and economic situation. Washington urges a peaceful transition of power, while Caracas condemns foreign interference.


US President Calls for Maduro to Step Down As Tensions Mount

US Forces Stop Venezuelan Oil Tanker Amid Trump Pressure Campaign

US forces intercepted a second Venezuelan oil tanker as Trump intensifies pressure on Maduro, citing sanctions, drug trafficking, and oil disputes, while Venezuela condemns the action and vows legal retaliation.

Venezuela on Oil Tanker Seizure: Its Theft & Kidnapping

US Intercepts Second Oil Tanker Off Coast of Venezuela

The US military has confirmed that five people were killed in strikes targeting two vessels suspected of drug smuggling.


US Military: Five Killed in Strikes on Two Alleged Drug Boats

United States President Donald Trump has ordered “a total and complete” blockade of all US-sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela.


US-Venezuela Tensions: Trump Orders Naval Blockade of Sanctioned Venezuelan Oil Tankers

Russia warns the US against escalating tensions in Venezuela after Washington announces a blockade on sanctioned ships, citing risks to global shipping.

Russia warns US against making 'fatal mistake' in Venezuela

US-Venezuela Tensions: US Forces Kill Four Narco-Terrorists in Strike at Sea

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres spoke to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Wednesday over the phone amid tensions surrounding a recent US decision to impose a "total blockade" on Venezuelan oil tankers.


US-Venezuela Tensions: Venezuela’s Maduro Calls UN Chief Amid US Blockade Tensions

President Donald Trump on Wednesday confirmed that the US had taken control of an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, a move which risks inflaming tensions with that country.

US–Venezuela Tensions: Trump Claims US Forces Seized Oil Tanker Near Venezuelan Coast

President Donald Trump on Wednesday confirmed that the US had taken control of an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, a move which risks inflaming tensions with that country.


US-Venezuela Conflict: US Seized Oil Tanker Off Venezuelan Coast, Trump Says

Maduro says Venezuela will not accept what he calls a slave’s peace as he accuses the US of 22 weeks of pressure, strikes and psychological warfare. 

Maduro lashes out at Washington’s 'slave’s peace' as Trump meets security chiefs on Venezuela

The U.S. military has sharply expanded operations around Venezuela, conducting simulated attack missions, increasing naval power in the Caribbean, and warning that Venezuelan airspace should be considered closed. New reporting by the Wall Street Journal suggests the Pentagon is preparing for potential strikes as tensions with Nicolás Maduro escalate. This video examines the military buildup, Trump’s recent remarks, regional cooperation, and what these moves signal for the future of U.S.–Venezuela relations.


US-Venezuela Tensions: Is the US Rehearsing for Airstrikes on Venezuela?

Tensions between the United States and Venezuela continue to rise as Caracas watches closely for U.S. President Donald Trump’s next move.


Venezuela Awaits Trump's Next Move as Threat of War Looms

U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed a call with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, escalating tensions as Caracas criticized U.S. actions, highlighting ongoing diplomatic strains between the two countries.


Trump Confirms Call with Maduro, Caracas Slams US Maneuvers 

US President Donald Trump confirmed he held a call with Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro. Reports suggest they discussed conditions for a future meeting and potential amnesty if Maduro stepped down. Here's all you need to know.

Trump confirms secret call with Maduro. What was really said?

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VIDEO | Massive explosions rock Venezuela’s Caracas in US ‘attack’

Loud Explosions in Venezuela After Trump Warns of Ground Strikes

'They've attacked Venezuela': President Petro says Caracas under missile attack

Loud blasts heard in Caracas, blackout reported near Venezuelan military base

US-Venezuela Tensions: China Criticises US Interference in Venezuela Crisis

'Whenever they want': Venezuela's Maduro says open to talks with Trump's US

Tensions Mount as US Ramps up Military Pressure on Venezuela

US President Calls for Maduro to Step Down As Tensions Mount

US Forces Stop Venezuelan Oil Tanker Amid Trump Pressure Campaign

Venezuela on Oil Tanker Seizure: Its Theft & Kidnapping

US Intercepts Second Oil Tanker Off Coast of Venezuela

US Military: Five Killed in Strikes on Two Alleged Drug Boats

US-Venezuela Tensions: Trump Orders Naval Blockade of Sanctioned Venezuelan Oil Tankers

Russia warns US against making 'fatal mistake' in Venezuela

US-Venezuela Tensions: US Forces Kill Four Narco-Terrorists in Strike at Sea

US-Venezuela Tensions: Venezuela’s Maduro Calls UN Chief Amid US Blockade Tensions

US–Venezuela Tensions: Trump Claims US Forces Seized Oil Tanker Near Venezuelan Coast

US–Venezuela Tensions: Trump Claims US Forces Seized Oil Tanker Near Venezuelan Coast

US-Venezuela Conflict: US Seized Oil Tanker Off Venezuelan Coast, Trump Says

Maduro lashes out at Washington’s 'slave’s peace' as Trump meets security chiefs

US-Venezuela Tensions: Is the US Rehearsing for Airstrikes on Venezuela?

Venezuela Awaits Trump's Next Move as Threat of War Looms

Trump Confirms Call with Maduro, Caracas Slams US Maneuvers

Trump confirms secret call with Maduro. What was really said?