At least 7 explosions have been heard in Venezuela’s capital, Caracas, followed by a low-flying aircraft, according to The Associated Press. The southern area of the capital city, located near a major military base, was reportedly without electricity.
Venezuela’s government accuses the US of attacking civilian and military installations in multiple states; no word from the US.
Venezuela says ‘colonial war’ threatens international peace.
Here’s more from the government of Venezuela on the current attacks:
Such aggression threatens international peace and stability, particularly in Latin America and the Caribbean, and places the lives of millions of people at grave risk.
The attempt to impose a colonial war to destroy the republican form of government and force a “regime change,” in alliance with the “fascist oligarchy”, will fail like all previous attempts.
Since 1811, Venezuela has confronted and defeated empires.
Today, the Venezuelan people rise up once again to defend their independence against imperial aggression. People to the streets!
In strict adherence to Article 51 of the Charter of the United Nations, Venezuela reserves the right to exercise legitimate self-defense to protect its people, its territory, and its independence.
As Supreme Commander Hugo Chavez Frias stated, “In the face of any new difficulties, however great they may be, the response of all patriots…is unity, struggle, battle, and victory.”
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