"Explosions, loud noises and low-flying aircraft have been heard in the Venezuelan capital of Caracas and a southern part of the city was without power, according to reports and witnesses. It was not immediately clear what caused the explosions At least seven explosions were heard about 2am local time and people in various neighbourhoods rushed to the street, the Associated Press reports."
"The explosions come at a time of increased tension between the US and Venezuela. The US military has been targeting in recent weeks alleged drug-smuggling boats. Donald Trump has repeatedly promised land operations in Venezuela, amid efforts to pressure president Nicolas Maduro to leave office, including expanded sanctions, a ramped-up US military presence in the region and more than two dozen strikes on vessels allegedly involved in trafficking drugs in the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea."
Explosions, loud noises and low-flying aircraft were reported in Caracas, and a southern part of the city experienced a power outage. At least seven explosions were heard around 2am local time and residents in various neighbourhoods rushed into the streets. Venezuela's government did not immediately respond to requests for comment, and the Pentagon also did not immediately reply to requests for comment. The events occurred amid heightened tensions between the US and Venezuela, including recent US military strikes on alleged drug-smuggling boats, an increased US military presence in the region, expanded sanctions, and US statements threatening land operations.
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