The US conducted military operations in Venezuela, casualties reported
On January 3, 2026, the US conducted a military operation in Venezuela. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
As a result of this operation, at least 40 people were killed, including civilians and military personnel. This was reported by *The New York Times* citing local sources.
During the operation, more than 150 military aircraft, including fighter jets and bombers, were involved. These aircraft were launched from US Navy ships and other military bases.
At the start of the operation, a cyberattack was carried out, causing a power outage in a large part of Caracas. This allowed US aviation to approach the city unnoticed.
The air strikes were mainly targeted at radar systems and radio transmission devices. Additionally, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores were captured by the US "Delta Force" special unit.
This operation was previously tested at special facilities in the US. Information about President Maduro's recent activities was gathered by CIA agents in Caracas.
Furthermore, the US conducted naval operations in the Caribbean Sea region for several months, striking dozens of ships. The US government stated that these ships were involved in illegal drug trafficking from Venezuela.
As a result, according to the latest information, at least 115 people have died. These military operations have further strained diplomatic relations between the US and Venezuela and are expected to lead to significant changes in international politics.
