The Latest Breaking News from Caracas

Venezuela latest: Caracas blames Trump for strikes as huge explosions heard in capital

At least seven explosions heard in early hours of Saturday morning

The Independent UK · Jan 3

US bombs Venezuela: Trump says US will 'run' country until 'safe transition can take place' after capturing President Maduro

Capital plunged into darkness after series of blasts hit Caracas overnight with witnesses reporting low-flying aircraft

Evening Standard · Jan 3

US has captured Venezuela’s President Maduro and wife, says Trump

US president lauds ‘brilliant operation’ on social media as attorney general says couple will face criminal charges

The Guardian - UK · Jan 3

U.S. Sanctions Iranian-Venezuelan Drone Network as Pressure on Maduro Deepens

The United States on Tuesday imposed a new round of sanctions targeting Iranian and Venezuelan individuals and companies accused of facilitating the transfer of military technology between Tehran and Caracas.

Latin Times · Dec 30, 2025

At Least Two Sanctioned Tankers Made It To Venezuela As U.S. Continues Enforcing Its Blockade On Sanctioned Vessels

At least two tankers have recently made it to Venezuela and more are on their way as Caracas seeks to keep selling crude despite the U.S.'s blockade of sanctioned vessels, a new report detailed.

Latin Times · Dec 30, 2025

Maduro Claims Jesus 'Wouldn't Approve' Of 'Military Threats Against a Christian People Like Venezuela'

Venezuela's authoritarian President Nicolas Maduro said Jesus "wouldn't approve of a war to steal the riches of a people" as the Trump administration continues to put pressure on Caracas.

Latin Times · Dec 29, 2025

Explainer: Why Chevron still operates in Venezuela despite US sanctions

Chevron’s continued presence in Venezuela looks like an anomaly amid intensifying US sanctions. In fact, the contradiction is rooted in selective enforcement to maintain leverage over Caracas, as well as decades of oil politics.

Euronews · Dec 29, 2025

Venezuela: government supporters stage motorbike rallies in Caracas over US interference

Government supporters staged a motorbike protest in Caracas on Monday as Venezuela’s National Assembly debated a proposed antipiracy law linked to maritime trade.

Euronews · Dec 23, 2025

Cuba Reportedly Doing All It Can To Prevent Venezuela's Maduro From Being Toppled By The U.S.

The Cuban regime is doing all it can to prevent Venezuela's authoritarian President Nicolas Maduro from being toppled by the U.S. as the Trump administration escalates pressure on Caracas, according to a new report.

Latin Times · Dec 22, 2025

Venezuela Reports U.S. Suspension of Deportation Flight, Fueling Speculation Over Possible Military Action

A Trump administration official, however, disputed the claim, telling Reuters shortly after the announcement that "there is nothing true about this"

Latin Times · Dec 13, 2025