US Delta Force captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife. Reports from CBS News confirm the elite unit detained the leader following a major military operation.

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Multiple explosions, accompanied by loud noises and reports of low-flying aircraft, were heard in Venezuela's capital, Caracas, in the early hours of Saturday, according to witnesses and media reports. Parts of southern Caracas were also reported to be without electricity following the incident. The cause of the explosions was not immediately known.

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Venezuela’s government on Saturday accused the United States of attacking civilian and military installations in multiple states after at least seven explosions and low-flying aircraft were reported over the capital, Caracas, around 2 am local time.
Following the strikes, President Nicolás Maduro declared a nationwide state of emergency, ordered national defence plans to be implemented and called for 'mass mobilisation'.

Venezuela Under Attack: Maduro Govt Calls for Mobilisation of Population 

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro declared a state of emergency, accusing the United States of a “very serious military aggression” after multiple explosions and aircraft-like sounds were reported across the capital Caracas. 

Venezuela Under Attack: Maduro Declares State of Emergency After US 'Attack'

Multiple blasts were heard in different parts of the city, with the first explosion occurring at around 1:50 am local time. Following the explosions, electricity was cut in several areas of the capital, leaving parts of the city in darkness.

Caracas in Darkness: Power Outages Reported in Venezuelan Capital

Tensions between the United States and Venezuela have escalated after multiple explosions rocked the capital, Caracas. Witnesses reported loud blasts and disruptions across parts of the city, raising concerns over security and stability. 

US-Venezuela Tensions: Multiple Explosions Rock Venezuela's Capital

Venezuela’s government says it rejects ‘military aggression’ by the US, after explosions rock Caracas. 

Venezuela Govt Says It Reserves Right to Exercise Legitimate Defence

Venezuela is fast becoming the newest flashpoint in global power politics.
A U.S. pursuit of a Venezuela-bound oil tanker has drawn in Russia and China, turning sanctions enforcement into a high-stakes geopolitical confrontation.
As President Donald Trump intensifies pressure on Nicolás Maduro’s regime, Moscow claims protection over the vessel, Beijing condemns U.S. actions as “bullying,” and the risk of a naval showdown grows.

Venezuela: Trump, Putin and Xi collide over oil, sanctions and control of the seas

The U.S. military said Wednesday that it had carried out "lethal" strikes against three suspected drug boats, killing three people.

US Military Carries Out More Strikes Against Alleged Drug Boats, Killing 3 People

 The U.S. military said Wednesday that it had carried out "lethal" strikes against three suspected drug boats, killing three people.

US-Venezuela: US Military Carries Out More Strikes Against Alleged Drug Boats, Killing 3 People

The United States conducted strikes on three vessels suspected of narco-trafficking in international waters on December 30, as announced by U.S. Southern Command, with three narco-terrorists killed on the first boat while others abandoned the convoy and jumped overboard before the remaining vessels were sunk. Video footage released shows the engagements, confirming the operation's success amid ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking networks in the region.

US Strikes Sink Three Suspected Narco Vessels in International Waters

The crew of an oil tanker fleeing U.S. forces in the Atlantic Ocean recently painted a Russian flag on the side of the vessel, in an apparent attempt to claim Russian protection, two American officials said on Tuesday.


US-Venezuela tensions: Reports say crew paints Russian flag on tanker pursued by the US

The crew of an oil tanker fleeing U.S. forces in the Atlantic Ocean recently painted a Russian flag on the side of the vessel, in an apparent attempt to claim Russian protection, two American officials said on Tuesday.

US-Venezuela Tensions| Report: Crew Paints Russian Flag on Tanker Pursued by the US

New details of deliberations show how aides with overlapping agendas drove the United States toward a militarized confrontation with Venezuela.


US-Venezuela Tensions: What Led To Trump's Directives Against 'Narco Boats'

From Eastern Europe to West Asia, and from Latin America to Asia, conflicts are spreading. Battles refuse to end, and new flashpoints are waiting to explode. Diplomacy is struggling to keep pace as borders are tested, alliances are crumbling, and civilians are paying the ultimate price. 


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U.S.-Venezuela: The U.S. Coast Guard remains in active pursuit of the Venezuela-linked Bella 1 oil tanker, which has refused boarding attempts and is now sailing northeast into the Atlantic Ocean. Specialized Maritime Security Response Teams are en route, but the Coast Guard currently lacks the immediate forces needed to seize the vessel, highlighting the challenges in enforcing sanctions at sea.


U.S.-Venezuela: U.S. Coast Guard Chases Bella 1 Tanker, Awaits Reinforcements for Seizure

A U.S. Navy cargo ship docked in Puerto Rico on Christmas Eve, as the United States intensifies its military presence in the Caribbean amid ongoing operations targeting drug trafficking and oil smuggling. The deployment is part of a wider strategy to bolster regional security and support logistical needs, reflecting increased U.S. military activity in the area in recent weeks

U.S. Cargo Ship Arrives in Puerto Rico Amid Caribbean Tensions

Venezuela Vs U.S.: Venezuela has leveled accusations of extortion against the United States, citing increased military pressure and sanctions as tensions escalate between the two nations . The U.S. has responded with heightened naval activity and economic measures, prompting Caracas to denounce what it calls coercive tactics and threats to its sovereignty .


Venezuela Vs U.S.: Venezuela Charges U.S. With Extortion as Tensions Mount

The Trump administration is reportedly expanding its military presence near Venezuela, prompting warnings from Russia and China about escalating tensions. Special operations aircraft are now deployed in the region, raising fears of a potential crisis. Global powers are closely monitoring U.S. actions as diplomatic and military stakes rise in Latin America.

Trump Edges Towards Venezuela Invasion, Russia, China Warn Washington

The United States has boosted its military presence in the Caribbean, escalating pressure on Venezuela. In response, Caracas has passed a law allowing authorities to jail supporters of the US-led oil blockade, heightening regional tensions and international scrutiny.

Venezuela Passes Law To Jail Supporters Of U.S. Oil Blockade

Tensions escalate at the UN Security Council as Russia criticizes US ‘cowboy behavior’ and Venezuela accuses the US of extortion. Watch the full coverage of this high-stakes diplomatic showdown. 

US-Venezuela: Russia Slams US, Venezuela Accuses ‘Extortion’ at UNSC Meeting

President Donald Trump on Monday said the U.S. will keep crude oil and tankers seized near Venezuela.

“We’re going to keep it,” Trump told reporters in Palm Beach, Florida after unveiling a new class of battleships named after himself.

US-Venezuela tensions: Trump administration ramps up pressure campaign targeting Venezuela

The US Coast Guard is pursuing a third oil tanker linked to Venezuela in the Caribbean. Tensions rise as Washington monitors shipments amid sanctions and energy concerns. 

US-Venezuela: US Coast Guard Chases Third Venezuelan Oil Tanker

Venezuela on Saturday (Dec 20) slammed the seizure of an oil tanker by the US as “theft and kidnapping”. This comes after the United States forces earlier “apprehended” an oil tanker off Venezuela, as announced by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. The incident marks the second in two weeks that US forces have intercepted a tanker in the region. Earlier, US President Donald Trump announced a blockade of “sanctioned oil vessels” heading to and leaving Venezuela.


US-Venezuela Tensions: US Forces Stop Venezuelan Oil Tanker Amid Trump Pressure Campaign

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