Venezuela latest: Multiple explosions and low-flying aircraft seen in capital Caracas – UK Times

The explosions come amid heightened tensions between the US and Venezuela.

US President Donald Trump had threatened for months that he could soon order strikes on targets on Venezuelan land, as the US military has been targeting over recent months boats they claim to be drug-smuggling.

The CIA was behind a drone strike last week at a docking area they say have been used by Venezuelan drug cartels in what was the first known direct operation on Venezuelan soil since the US began strikes on boats in September.

The country’s President Nicolas Maduro also said in a pre-taped interview aired on Thursday that the US wants to force a government change in Venezuela and gain access to its vast oil reserves.

Mr Maduro has been charged with narco-terrorism in the US.

At least seven explosions and low-flying aircraft have been heard in Venezuela’s capital.

The explosions were witnessed by residents who rushed to the streets at around 2am local time in Caracas.

Some explosions could be seen in the distance from various areas of Caracas.