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Reports surfaced of multiple blasts and the noise of low-flying jets in Caracas in the early hours of the weekend. This event has led to allegations from the Venezuelan government and demands for diplomatic scrutiny.

Venezuela Accuses United States of Attack

The socialist regime has blamed the United States of what it calls "foreign aggression," stating that ex- President Donald Trump reportedly directed attacks against the Latin American country. In an official announcement, the authorities confirmed that attacks had targeted the capital and three other provinces: Miranda state, La Guaira, and Aragua state.

"The primary goal of this aggression is to take control of Venezuela's key assets, especially its oil and mineral wealth," Venezuela said.

Venezuelan officials urged the global community to denounce the actions, which it termed a "clear infringement of international norms" that endangered numerous of lives at risk in danger.

Accounts of Explosions and Military Bases Hit

Residents reported experiencing roughly several explosions around 2 a.m. in the morning. Residents in different districts reportedly hurried into the open.

"The earth trembled. This is horrible. We heard explosions and aircraft in the distance," said one resident.

Smoke was observed billowing from key military installations in the city: the La Carlota military airfield and the Fuerte Tiuna compound, where president Nicolás Maduro is thought to reside.

Global Reaction

The president of neighboring Colombia, wrote on social media that "Right now they are bombing Caracas... bombing it with projectiles." He called for an immediate meeting of the Security Council.

The Colombian government, which just joined the Security Council, stated it would activate operational measures at its border with its neighbor.

Preceding Events

The alleged attacks are preceded by a months-long campaign of pressure by the Trump administration against the Venezuelan government. Beginning in last summer, there has been a substantial US military buildup off Venezuela's northern coast and a number of airstrikes on ships suspected of narco-trafficking.

Venezuela's government has announced "a state of external disturbance" and commanded all defense plans to be initiated. It has also summoned its supporters to mobilize and "denounce this imperialist aggression."

American officials and the Pentagon did not immediately commented on requests for comment regarding the allegations.