Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump has claimed that the United States carried out airstrikes on Venezuela’s capital, Caracas, and has captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, a statement that has sent shockwaves across global political and diplomatic circles.
Trump made the startling assertion in a public statement on Tuesday, declaring that U.S. forces had launched what he described as a “decisive military operation” against the Venezuelan government, resulting in the arrest of Maduro.
“The United States has bombed Caracas and Maduro is now in custody,” Trump said, without providing operational details or evidence to support the claim.
No Official Confirmation Yet
As of the time of this report, there has been no official confirmation from the U.S. Department of Defense, the White House, the Pentagon, or Venezuelan authorities regarding any military action in Caracas or the capture of President Maduro.
International news agencies and independent observers have also not verified reports of explosions, airstrikes, or regime change activity in Venezuela’s capital, raising serious questions about the accuracy and context of Trump’s statement.
Global Alarm and Rapid Reactions
The claim, if true, would represent a dramatic escalation in U.S.–Venezuela relations and a major geopolitical event with far-reaching consequences for Latin America and global security.
Diplomatic sources say governments across the region are urgently seeking clarification, while international bodies are reportedly monitoring developments closely amid fears of misinformation, panic, or destabilization.
Venezuela Silent, Information Unclear
Venezuelan state media has continued normal programming, and there has been no emergency broadcast or official announcement indicating that Caracas is under attack or that President Maduro has been detained.
Security analysts caution that in the absence of verifiable evidence, the statement should be treated with extreme caution.
Background of U.S.–Venezuela Tensions
The United States and Venezuela have had strained relations for years, marked by sanctions, diplomatic isolation, and repeated calls by U.S. leaders for democratic reforms in the South American country. However, direct U.S. military action on Venezuelan soil would be unprecedented in recent history and would almost certainly trigger an international crisis.
Experts Urge Caution
Foreign policy experts warn that unverified claims of military action can inflame tensions, disrupt markets, and spread panic.
“This is the kind of claim that must be independently confirmed before being accepted as fact,” one analyst said. “The consequences of misinformation at this level are enormous.”
Situation Developing
At present, Trump’s statement remains unverified, and key questions remain unanswered:
- Has any U.S. military operation taken place in Venezuela?
- Is Nicolás Maduro in custody?
- Were any international partners involved?
- What is the response of the Venezuelan military?
This is a developing story, and updates will follow as official statements and verified information emerge.
