Shockwaves in Venezuela After U.S. Airstrikes and Maduro’s Capture
What unfolded in Venezuela over the past hours feels like a turning point that few thought would ever arrive. In the early hours of the morning, U.S. military strikes were carried out near key military installations and airports across the country, sending shockwaves through Caracas and beyond. Smoke rose from ports, bases, and runways, while explosions echoed through neighborhoods that had already lived with years of tension and uncertainty.
According to images and statements released soon after, the operation ended with the arrest of Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. It was announced by U.S. President Donald Trump that both had been captured and removed from Venezuela, marking an unprecedented moment in the country’s modern history. Photos circulated showing Maduro aboard a U.S. naval vessel, a scene that symbolized the sudden collapse of a regime that had ruled for more than a decade.
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Inside Venezuela, the atmosphere quickly shifted from confusion to fear and disbelief. Major roads leading into Caracas were blocked with concrete barriers and buses. Armored vehicles were positioned near the presidential palace, Miraflores, while helicopters flew low over the capital. In several areas, electricity went out, leaving parts of the city in darkness. Civilians were seen rushing to buy food and medicine, lining up at gas stations and pharmacies, unsure of what the next hours might bring.
At military sites such as the La Carlota air base and the port of La Guaira, destroyed anti-aircraft units and damaged infrastructure were visible. Firefighters and soldiers worked among debris as smoke continued to rise. Meanwhile, armed pro-government civilian groups were deployed in parts of Caracas, though their presence did little to calm the sense that control had slipped away.
Reactions were immediate beyond Venezuela’s borders. Russia and Iran strongly condemned the U.S. action, calling it a violation of Venezuelan sovereignty and an act of armed aggression. Both governments, long-standing allies of the Maduro administration, described the operation as deeply troubling and warned of serious consequences for international law.
At home, supporters of Maduro gathered in small groups, some holding signs and embracing one another after hearing of his capture. Others chose to flee. Along the border with Colombia, Venezuelans were seen crossing on foot, carrying bags and even pets, as soldiers watched from both sides.
For many Venezuelans, this moment represents the abrupt end of an era defined by political control, economic collapse, and mass migration. What comes next remains unclear, but one thing is certain: the events of this night have already reshaped Venezuela’s history, and their consequences will be felt far beyond its borders.
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