Armed conflicts and attacks

United States President Donald Trump reportedly orders airstrikes on Venezuela. (The Times)

• https://www.thetimes.com/world/latin-america/article/venezuela-attack-explosion-trump-maduro-us-latest-news-52wq9g8mw

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At least seven explosions and low-flying aircraft are reported in Caracas, Venezuela, amid tensions between the country and the United States. (AP) (CNN)

• https://apnews.com/article/venezuela-us-explosions-caracas-ca712a67aaefc30b1831f5bf0b50665e
• https://www.cnn.com/2026/01/03/americas/venezuela-explosions-intl-hnk

Armed conflicts and attacks

The Federal Aviation Administration issues a NOTAM notice prohibiting U.S. aircraft from operating in Venezuelan airspace. (Chosun)

• https://www.chosun.com/english/world-en/2026/01/03/QO7FV6CKGJEB3LRYU7U5MWML3E/

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Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro declares a national state of emergency following the explosions. (ABC News)

• https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01-03/venezuela-explosions-low-flying-aircraft/106196656