Explosions heard in Venezuelan capital of Caracas: reports
At least seven explosions were heard in Venezuela’s capital city early Saturday morning, according to The Associated Press
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VideoExplosions heard in Venezuelan capital of Caracas: reports
At least seven explosions and low-flying aircraft have been reported in Venezuela's capital city of Caracas, according to multiple reports.
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At least seven explosions could be heard in Venezuela’s capital city of Caracas early Saturday morning, according to reports.
Low-flying aircraft were seen flying over Caracas at about 2 a.m. local time on Saturday, according to The Associated Press.
The Federal Aviation Administration issued a Notice to Air Missions at 1 a.m. EST on Saturday prohibiting all U.S. aircraft from operating "at all altitudes within Venezuelan airspace."
Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro looks on during a meeting at the National Assembly in Caracas, Aug. 22, 2025. (Juan Barreto/AFP via Getty Images)
The report comes as the U.S. military has been targeting alleged drug-smuggling boats in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific.
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