Hey folks! Venezuela is in the spotlight this week, as President Nicolás Maduro declared a state of emergency after the government reported recent U.S. attacks on key oil and mineral installations in Caracas 🌪️.
According to Caracas authorities, these strikes were aimed at seizing the country's valuable resources. Explosions rocked several sites early this morning, sending shockwaves through the capital and leaving local communities on edge 😟.
Jesús Rodríguez-Espinoza, a journalist reporting live from Caracas, described the chaos: “I heard multiple blasts near the refinery district. People are worried about power cuts and fuel shortages.” His on-the-ground updates give us a real-time glimpse into the unfolding drama.
Why does this matter to us? South and Southeast Asian communities know how crucial energy security is—think of past blackouts in India or fuel shortages in Indonesia. Any disruption in oil supply can ripple across global markets, impacting everything from petrol prices to tech manufacturing.
As Venezuelans brace for what’s next, stay tuned for more updates. We’ll keep an eye on international responses and whether any diplomatic moves emerge to ease tensions. For now, all eyes are on Caracas. 🌍✨
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Venezuelan journalist recounts how the attacks unfolded in Caracas
cgtn.com
