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  • Maduro declares state of emergency after US bombs military installations

    Maduro declares state of emergency after US bombs military installations

    Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has proclaimed a nationwide state of emergency following what his administration characterizes as an act of “extremely serious military aggression” by United States forces against the capital city of Caracas. The dramatic escalation occurred early Saturday morning as multiple explosions reverberated throughout the city, accompanied by audible aircraft flyovers.

    The Venezuelan government issued an official statement vehemently condemning the military action, declaring it “rejects, repudiates, and denounces before the international community” the offensive operations conducted by the U.S. government against Venezuelan territory and citizens. President Maduro has mobilized the nation’s armed forces in response to what he labeled an “imperialist attack” on Venezuelan sovereignty.

    In a decisive address, Maduro announced the activation of all constitutional defense protocols under national security legislation, signing an executive decree that establishes a state of “external commotion” across the nation. This declaration grants the government extraordinary powers to protect civilian rights, ensure institutional continuity, and prepare for potential armed resistance if necessary.

    The comprehensive defense strategy includes the immediate nationwide deployment of the Command for the Comprehensive Defence of the Nation, with regional and municipal defense bodies ordered to mobilize without delay. Maduro emphasized that this constitutes a unified effort involving civilian populations alongside military and police forces to safeguard national sovereignty and public order.

    Internationally, Venezuela plans to formally lodge complaints with the UN Security Council, the UN Secretary-General, the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), and the Non-Aligned Movement. Citing Article 51 of the UN Charter, Maduro asserted Venezuela’s right to self-defense while calling for global solidarity against the alleged aggression.

    Multiple U.S. media outlets, including CBS News and Fox News, reported that unnamed Trump administration officials confirmed American military involvement in the strikes. While the White House and Pentagon have remained officially silent regarding the explosions and aircraft sightings over Caracas, a Reuters source speaking on condition of anonymity acknowledged that the U.S. is conducting military operations within Venezuelan territory, though specific details about the nature and scope of these attacks remain undisclosed.

  • Guyana activates security plan in wake of US invasion of Venezuela

    Guyana activates security plan in wake of US invasion of Venezuela

    In response to escalating regional tensions following United States military operations in Venezuela, Guyana has initiated its full security mobilization protocol. President Irfaan Ali confirmed the activation Saturday, emphasizing measures to safeguard national sovereignty and citizen security amid the volatile situation.

    President Ali disclosed that Chief of Defence Staff Brigadier Omar Khan has established communication channels with regional security partners, though specific operational details remain classified. The Guyanese leader indicated that information would be released through official channels as developments unfold.

    The administration is concurrently organizing an emergency summit with the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), seeking coordinated diplomatic and security responses from the 15-nation bloc. This move signals Guyana’s commitment to multilateral approaches in addressing regional instability.

    Regarding critical energy infrastructure, President Ali confirmed direct communications with ExxonMobil Guyana President Alistair Routledge. With approximately one million barrels of oil produced daily offshore Guyana, both parties have implemented coordinated security measures around production facilities.

    Previous assessments from US War College Professor Evan Ellis suggested substantial US military presence in the Caribbean would likely deter Venezuelan aggression toward Guyana. Professor Ellis noted that any potential offensive would face overwhelming response capabilities given regional US force deployment.

    US Ambassador Nicole Theriot previously reinforced Washington’s security commitments, stating American readiness to ‘stand shoulder to shoulder with Guyana in defence of your country’ should security situations deteriorate.

  • BREAKING: Multiple explosions rock Venezuelan capital Caracas, as US invades

    BREAKING: Multiple explosions rock Venezuelan capital Caracas, as US invades

    Caracas was thrust into chaos in the early hours of Saturday as multiple explosions reverberated through the Venezuelan capital. Eyewitness accounts and circulating social media footage depicted plumes of smoke ascending from key military installations, including La Carlota airfield and the primary Fuerte Tiuna military base. The immediate aftermath saw several surrounding communities plunged into darkness due to widespread power outages.

    US officials confirmed to CBS News that President Donald Trump authorized targeted strikes against Venezuelan military sites. This aggressive action follows the recent deployment of a US naval task force to the Caribbean region, where Washington has been conducting operations against vessels suspected of narcotics trafficking. Just days prior, Trump had publicly acknowledged a US strike on a dock area connected to alleged Venezuelan drug operations.

    The Venezuelan government issued a vehement statement condemning what it characterized as “extremely serious military aggression” by the United States. The administration of President Nicolás Maduro declared a national emergency while appealing to the international community to denounce American actions. Maduro has consistently accused Washington of pursuing regime change tactics and seeking control over Venezuela’s substantial oil reserves.

    The White House and Pentagon maintained official silence regarding the operations as of Saturday morning. This development marks a significant escalation in tensions between the two nations, with the US government having previously labeled Maduro as illegitimate and directly implicated him in international drug smuggling operations. The 2025 Venezuelan presidential election results had drawn widespread international criticism and skepticism.

  • Trump dreigt Iran over hardhandig optreden tegen protesten

    Trump dreigt Iran over hardhandig optreden tegen protesten

    Amid escalating civil unrest in Iran, U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning on Friday, threatening to support Iranian protesters if security forces employ violence against them. This declaration comes as Iran faces its most severe domestic crisis in years, with widespread demonstrations against soaring inflation and economic hardship resulting in multiple casualties.

    “We stand ready and are fully prepared,” Trump declared via social media, echoing his administration’s previous military actions against Iranian nuclear facilities earlier this year in coordination with Israeli airstrikes targeting Tehran’s atomic program and military leadership.

    Iran’s influential senior official Ali Larijani swiftly condemned Trump’s statements, warning that American interference in Iran’s internal affairs jeopardizes Middle Eastern stability. The Iranian regime, which supports various proxy groups across Lebanon, Iraq, and Yemen, responded through its UN Ambassador Amir-Saeid Iravani, who formally requested condemnation of Trump’s remarks from the United Nations Secretary-General and Security Council president.

    Current protests, while smaller than the massive 2022 demonstrations that paralyzed the nation, have spread nationwide with particular intensity in western provinces. State media and human rights organizations report at least ten fatalities since Wednesday, including one paramilitary Basij militia member. A local official in western Iran warned through state media that any unauthorized protest would be dealt with “decisively and without mercy.”

    The clerical establishment has historically suppressed dissent through mass arrests and severe security measures, though the current economic crisis has rendered the government increasingly vulnerable. The situation represents the most significant challenge to Iranian authorities since the 2022 protests triggered by the death of a young woman in custody, which resulted in hundreds of casualties.

    Trump provided no specific details regarding potential American support for protesters, though Washington has maintained severe sanctions against Tehran since Trump withdrew from the nuclear deal in 2018 and initiated a ‘maximum pressure’ campaign.

    The timing of Trump’s threat follows his meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, known for his hardline stance against Iran. U.S. and Israeli airstrikes in June 2025 further increased pressure on Iranian authorities amid regional conflicts including the Syrian civil war and tensions with Hezbollah in Lebanon.

    Domestically, Iran’s elected President Masoud Pezeshkian has adopted a more conciliatory tone, promising dialogue with protest leaders regarding living costs despite reports of security forces using tear gas and live ammunition against demonstrators. Iran’s persistent economic troubles, exacerbated by international sanctions, have created regular social unrest with high inflation diminishing purchasing power.

    The historical tensions between Iran and the United States, deepened by regional conflicts and Iran’s nuclear program, continue to present challenges for international diplomacy. The involvement of Iranian-backed proxy groups adds geopolitical complexity to the situation, creating potential for escalations with significant implications for regional and global security.

  • What the U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic said about the capture of Nicolás Maduro

    What the U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic said about the capture of Nicolás Maduro

    In a dramatic escalation of bilateral tensions, the White House confirmed this Saturday that American forces executed a comprehensive military operation targeting Venezuela, resulting in the apprehension and subsequent expulsion of President Nicolás Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores. The operation, characterized as large-scale, represents the most significant development in the protracted standoff between Washington and Caracas.

    The official disclosure, disseminated through the White House’s social media channels and formally verified by the U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic, stated unequivocally: ‘President Nicolás Maduro, along with his wife, has been captured and airlifted out of the country.’ The announcement emphasized that the mission was conducted in concert with U.S. law enforcement agencies, underscoring a coordinated interagency approach.

    This military offensive culminates half a year of increasingly hostile relations, characterized by a substantial U.S. naval presence in the Caribbean Sea and repeated formal accusations from the Venezuelan government alleging American plans for military intervention. The strategic operation signals a decisive shift from diplomatic posturing to direct action, potentially reshaping the political landscape of the region and setting a profound precedent for international power dynamics.

  • Cuba denounced the direct attack against Venezuela: it is state terrorism

    Cuba denounced the direct attack against Venezuela: it is state terrorism

    Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez has issued a forceful condemnation of what he characterizes as “criminal attacks” by the United States against Venezuela, urgently calling for international intervention. The First Secretary of the Communist Party Central Committee made his declaration via social media following reports of armed assaults on multiple Venezuelan cities in the early hours of Saturday.

    The Venezuelan government has officially described the coordinated attacks on military and civilian installations across Caracas, Miranda, Aragua, and La Guaira states as “grave military aggression.” In response to the offensive, Venezuelan authorities activated national defense protocols and declared a “state of external commotion” before the international community.

    President Díaz-Canel emphasized that the attacks represent a brutal assault on Latin America’s established Zone of Peace, characterizing the operations as “state terrorism against the courageous Venezuelan people and against Our America.” This escalation follows weeks of heightened military tension, including the deployment of US naval and air forces to the Caribbean region and the establishment of a blockade against the South American nation.

    Senior Cuban officials have unanimously condemned the actions, with National Assembly President Esteban Lazo Hernández and Prime Minister Manuel Marrero Cruz joining diplomatic efforts to mobilize international response. Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla further denounced the operations as “cowardly acts against a nation that has not attacked the United States or any other country,” asserting the urgent need for global solidarity in defense of regional peace.

  • At the Anti-Imperialist Tribune today, the Cuban people condemn the military aggression against Venezuela

    At the Anti-Imperialist Tribune today, the Cuban people condemn the military aggression against Venezuela

    The Cuban government has issued a formal summons for its citizens to participate in a mass condemnation ceremony protesting what it characterizes as “Yankee imperialist military aggression” against Venezuela. The rally is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. at Havana’s José Martí Anti-Imperialist Tribune, with organizers indicating that attendees will represent the entire Cuban population in demonstrating solidarity with the Bolivarian Republic.

    The event is framed as both a rejection of United States military operations and a show of support for Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro Moros alongside the combined Popular, Military, and Police Fusion forces. Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, who also serves as First Secretary of the Communist Party’s Central Committee, has publicly denounced the American actions as a “criminal attack” violating regional stability.

    In official statements, Díaz-Canel condemned the operation as “state terrorism directed against the courageous Venezuelan people and against our America,” asserting that Washington’s actions constitute a “brutal assault” on Latin America’s established peace framework. The government’s mobilization call concludes with the revolutionary slogan: “Homeland or Death, We Shall Overcome!”

    The ceremony represents the latest development in escalating tensions between Havana and Washington regarding Venezuela’s political future, with Cuban authorities positioning themselves as steadfast allies to Maduro’s administration amid increasing international pressure.

  • Cuban collaborators in Venezuela are protected

    Cuban collaborators in Venezuela are protected

    Cuban Health Minister Dr. José Angel Portal Miranda has publicly denounced what he characterized as an act of aggression by the United States government against Venezuela. The minister made these statements through his official X (formerly Twitter) account on January 3, 2026, confirming that Cuban medical personnel stationed in Venezuela remain secure despite the escalating tensions.

    Following reports of the alleged attack, Cuban health authorities established continuous communication channels with the leadership of their medical mission in Venezuela. Dr. Portal Miranda emphasized that all Cuban collaborators operating within Venezuela’s healthcare system are currently protected and accounted for.

    The minister’s social media post included a firm condemnation of the United States’ actions, which he described as a direct violation of Venezuelan sovereignty and an assault on regional peace. The Cuban government’s response aligns with its longstanding diplomatic position opposing foreign intervention in Venezuela’s internal affairs.

    This development occurs within the context of ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Caribbean region, where Cuba maintains significant medical diplomacy programs despite facing its own economic challenges and international sanctions. The Cuban medical brigade in Venezuela represents one of Havana’s most substantial overseas humanitarian initiatives, with thousands of healthcare professionals providing services across the South American nation.

  • 222nd Independence Day : Message from the Federal Republic of Nigeria

    222nd Independence Day : Message from the Federal Republic of Nigeria

    In a significant diplomatic gesture, the Federal Republic of Nigeria has delivered a powerful message of solidarity to Haiti commemorating its 222nd year of independence. Nigerian Foreign Minister Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Nigerian people, extended warm congratulations to Haiti’s Transitional Presidential Council, government, and citizens.

    The communication highlighted the profound historical significance of January 1, 1804, when Haiti emerged as the world’s first independent Black republic following a successful revolution against slavery and colonial rule. Nigeria emphasized how Haiti’s triumph served as a beacon of liberation that subsequently inspired independence movements across Africa decades later.

    Recognizing contemporary challenges facing the Caribbean nation, Nigeria praised the “extraordinary resilience” and courage of the Haitian people amid adversity. The message explicitly expressed Nigeria’s firm solidarity with Haiti’s ongoing efforts to restore security, stabilize democratic governance, and pursue prosperity for all citizens.

    The year 2026 was identified as particularly pivotal for strengthening bilateral relations, with Nigeria reaffirming commitment to enhancing diplomatic, cultural, and fraternal connections between the two nations. Both countries share a common history of resistance against oppression and a mutual vision prioritizing absolute human dignity.

    Concluding with spiritual blessings, Nigeria offered prayers for Haiti’s peace and progress, invoking the guiding spirit of the 1804 revolutionaries to lead the nation toward unity and renewal. The message culminated with celebratory declarations: “Long live the Republic of Haiti! Long live the cooperation between Nigeria and Haiti!”

  • Caracas : Venezuela and Haiti commemorate the 222nd anniversary of the Battle of Vertières

    Caracas : Venezuela and Haiti commemorate the 222nd anniversary of the Battle of Vertières

    Caracas witnessed a significant diplomatic ceremony on January 1st, 2026, as Venezuelan and Haitian officials jointly commemorated the 222nd anniversary of the Battle of Vertières—a pivotal historical event that secured Haiti’s independence from French colonial rule. The solemn floral tribute to Liberator Simón Bolívar at Venezuela’s National Pantheon symbolized the enduring solidarity between the two nations.

    The ceremony was presided over by Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs for the Caribbean Raúl Li Causi and Haitian Ambassador to Venezuela Jean Mary Vaval, with attendance from numerous diplomatic representatives accredited to the country. This event honored the legendary armed confrontation initiated on November 18, 1803, under the leadership of independence hero Jean-Jacques Dessalines, with crucial support from Generals Christoph Pétion, Clervaeus, Romain, and the courageous Capois La Mort.

    Historical records indicate this uprising represented the first major revolutionary movement in colonial America, occurring in a territory characterized by extreme inequality where approximately 88% of the 570,000 population were enslaved individuals. The battle’s outcome permanently dismantled French colonial dominance and established Haiti as the first independent republic led by people of African descent.

    The bilateral relationship between Caracas and Port-au-Prince spans centuries of cooperation and mutual support, beginning with Alexandre Pétion’s historic assistance to Bolívar and continuing through contemporary initiatives including Petrocaribe energy agreements and Venezuela’s humanitarian response to Haiti’s 2010 earthquake. Venezuelan support has extended to critical projects in health, education, infrastructure, and energy development.

    Venezuelan Minister of Foreign Affairs Yván Gil marked Haiti’s 222nd Independence Day with a solidarity message reaffirming Venezuela’s support for Haiti’s ongoing struggle against foreign interference. The diplomatic communication celebrated Haiti as the ‘Mother Nation of Liberties’ in Latin America and the Caribbean, honoring revolutionary leader Toussaint Louverture and his enduring legacy in anti-colonial movements. Venezuela emphasized that Haiti’s fundamental strength resides in the unwavering dignity of its people.