It’s been five days since the United States launched a massive military operation in Venezuela, storming the presidential palace in the early hours of January 3, 2026. President Nicolás Maduro and his wife were seized and flown to New York for custody. 🇻🇪✈️
As of Wednesday (January 7, 2026), the Venezuelan interior ministry confirmed that 100 people have died in the clashes that rocked Caracas. The streets, usually buzzing with life, now feel eerily quiet. Market stalls are half-empty, and military convoys patrol major avenues. 🚧
Live feeds from CGTN show long lines at checkpoints and residents sharing updates on social media. Many young Venezuelans, already feeling the pinch of economic struggles, are now grappling with the shock of sudden instability. 😔📲
For now, life in the capital is a mix of tension and resilience. Citizens are adapting by organizing community watch groups and using encrypted apps to stay informed. The world is watching to see what comes next as international debates heat up. 🌍📢
Stay tuned for more updates on how Caracas and its people navigate this historic moment.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
