Aftermath of US Strikes in Venezuela: The Picture Show – Chaos, Smoke, and Divided Reactions Unfold in Caracas!
Venezuela aftermath 2026 captures stark scenes as US strikes Caracas, Maduro capture photos, smoke over military bases, Venezuelan diaspora celebrations, and pro-Maduro supporters emerge in the wake of the dramatic overnight operation that ended Nicolás Maduro’s rule.
Smoke rises from explosions at Fuerte Tiuna, Venezuela’s largest military complex, in the early hours of January 3, 2026, as low-flying aircraft and blasts shook the capital.
The U.S. military operation left visible scars on key sites. Destroyed anti-aircraft units and burnt vehicles littered La Carlota airbase in the heart of Caracas, while damaged containers and debris marked the port of La Guaira nearby.
In Caracas streets, residents navigated a tense calm the morning after. Long lines formed outside supermarkets amid power outages in southern districts, while some pro-government supporters embraced tearfully in downtown rallies, holding flags and photos of Maduro.
President Trump shared an image of a blindfolded Nicolás Maduro in U.S. custody aboard the USS Iwo Jima, marking the dramatic end to the operation that extracted him and his wife from a fortified site.
Joy erupted among Venezuelan exiles in the U.S., particularly in Miami’s Doral neighborhood, known as “Little Caracas.” Crowds danced in streets, waved flags, and celebrated the fall of the regime that drove millions to flee.
For many Americans, especially in Florida and Texas with large Venezuelan communities, these images resonate deeply—tying into immigration stories, human rights concerns, and energy security debates. The strikes targeted alleged narco-linked sites, potentially impacting U.S. drug flows and oil markets.
As uncertainty lingers over Venezuela’s transition, these visuals capture a nation divided: destruction in the homeland, hope among the diaspora.
The Venezuela aftermath 2026 continues with US strikes Caracas aftermath, Maduro capture photos, smoke over military bases, Venezuelan diaspora celebrations, and divided public reactions shaping the narrative across borders.
By Mark Smith
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