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Escalation in Venezuela: U.S. Authorizes Military Action Against Maduro Regime
Updated January 3,2026,08:43:21 AM EST
In a dramatic turn of events,the United States,under former president Donald Trump,authorized military strikes against targets within Venezuela late last night. Governance sources confirmed to CBS News that the operation targeted military personnel and installations as part of a heightened pressure campaign against the government of Nicolás Maduro.
Reports began emerging in the early hours of Saturday morning detailing detonations and explosions across Venezuela, including in the capital city of Caracas and other strategic locations. Venezuelan President Maduro swiftly condemned the actions, characterizing them as a very serious military aggression
by the United States.
Citizens near targeted military installations reported witnessing aircraft overflights coinciding with the explosions. Videos and images shared by Venezuelans on social media appear to corroborate these accounts, tho independent verification remains challenging.
Potential Implications and International Response
The U.S. action raises notable concerns about the potential for further instability in Venezuela and the broader region. The international community has yet to issue a unified response, with some nations expressing concern over the unilateral use of force and calling for de-escalation.
Analysts suggest the strikes are intended to demonstrate U.S. resolve and perhaps compel negotiations with Maduro’s government. however, they also warn of the risk of escalating the conflict and exacerbating the humanitarian crisis already gripping Venezuela.
“Administration sources informed CBS News that President Trump ordered attack targets in Venezuela,including military personnel.”