The United States launched a large-scale military strike on Venezuela, capturing President Nicolas Maduro and his wife. Explosions rocked Caracas as black smoke and aircraft were seen across the capital. Global leaders condemned the attack, calling it a violation of sovereignty and territorial integrity.
BREAKING: The Trump administration has begun an illegal bombing campaign of Caracas, Venezuela, striking various parts of the city. pic.twitter.com/SeSfSzWh20
— BreakThrough News (@BTnewsroom) January 3, 2026
Iran condemned the strike as a “flagrant violation of national sovereignty.” Cuba called it a “criminal attack” and labeled it “state terrorism.”
#Cuba denuncia y demanda URGENTE reacción de la comunidad internacional contra criminal ataque de E.U a #Venezuela. Nuestra #ZonaDePaz está siendo brutalmente asaltada. Terrorismo de Estado contra el bravo pueblo venezolano y contra Nuestra América.
Patria o Muerte ¡Venceremos!
— Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez (@DiazCanelB) January 3, 2026
Russia described the action as an “act of armed aggression” and urged dialogue to prevent escalation. Spain offered to mediate for a peaceful solution, emphasizing de-escalation and respect for international law.
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El Gobierno de la República de Colombia observa con profunda preocupación los reportes sobre explosiones y actividad aérea inusual registrados en las últimas horas en la República Bolivariana de Venezuela, así como la consecuente escalada de tensión en la región.
Colombia…
— Gustavo Petro (@petrogustavo) January 3, 2026
Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro warned against unilateral military actions that could endanger civilians and destabilize the region. He stressed protecting border populations and coordinating humanitarian support. Germany, Italy, and Belgium said they were closely monitoring the situation.
#Venezuela Seguo con la nostra rappresentanza diplomatica a Caracas l’evoluzione della situazione con particolare attenzione per la comunità italiana. Il presidente del Consiglio @GiorgiaMeloni costantemente informata.Unità di crisi della Farnesina operativa
— Antonio Tajani (@Antonio_Tajani) January 3, 2026
Italy highlighted that about 160,000 Italians live in Venezuela and mobilized crisis units to assist them.
The US strike followed months of military and economic pressure on Venezuela and its oil-dependent economy. Venezuelan Defence Minister Vladimir Padrino vowed to resist foreign troops. Authorities and international observers are concerned the strike could further inflame tensions in the region. Leaders emphasized diplomacy, dialogue, and humanitarian measures as the immediate priority.
🇻🇪 (EN/FR/NL) Given the situation in #Venezuela, the safety of our citizens is a top priority. Our embassy in Bogotá, which is responsible for Venezuela, and our services in Brussels are fully mobilized. The situation is being closely monitored, in coordination with our European…
— Maxime PREVOT (@prevotmaxime) January 3, 2026
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The international community continues to react with concern and calls for restraint. Efforts are underway to prevent escalation, support civilians, and pursue peaceful solutions. Venezuela’s future stability remains uncertain as diplomatic, humanitarian, and security challenges unfold.