US President Trump orders military strike in Venezuela

January 3, 2026 • Al Jazeera

US President Trump orders military strike in Venezuela

Venezuela President’s Regime Targeted by US Military Action

A military operation was carried out in Venezuela on Friday, targeting the country’s president and his government. According to reports, the operation was authorized by US President Donald Trump.

The action is believed to be aimed at forcing Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from power. Maduro has been in office since 2013 and has faced widespread criticism over human rights abuses and economic mismanagement.

The US military operation involved a series of airstrikes on key government installations in Caracas, the capital city of Venezuela. The strikes were reportedly carried out by US forces operating in the region.

Details of the operation are still emerging, but it is clear that the US has taken significant action to target Maduro’s regime. The Venezuelan government has condemned the attack as an act of aggression and has called for international support.

The situation in Venezuela remains volatile, with widespread protests and demonstrations against the government. Maduro’s opponents have long accused him of authoritarianism and human rights abuses.

The US has not commented on the operation, but it is clear that Trump authorized the action to pressure Maduro into stepping down. The Venezuelan president has refused to leave office, despite mounting international pressure.

The situation in Venezuela remains uncertain, with many questions still unanswered about the outcome of the military operation. The country’s future remains a major concern for regional and global leaders.

Source: Al Jazeera