US-Venezuela tensions: Emergency in South American nation after several explosions; what we know so far
Published on: Jan. 3, 2026, 1:59 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Explosions rocked Caracas on Saturday, with Venezuela blaming the United States. President Nicolas Maduro ordered defense plans implemented and declared a state of external disturbance. This follows US President Donald Trump raising the possibility of ground strikes. The US has increased military presence in the region and expanded sanctions. Maduro's government denies drug trafficking allegations.
