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Antigua.news Antigua and Barbuda Pressure Builds on US Allies Amid Reports of Civilian Casualties in Venezuela Strikes

Pressure Builds on US Allies Amid Reports of Civilian Casualties in Venezuela Strikes

4 January 2026 - 09:24

Pressure Builds on US Allies Amid Reports of Civilian Casualties in Venezuela Strikes

4 January 2026 - 09:24
Pressure Builds on US Allies Amid Reports of Civilian Casualties in Venezuela Strikes

Casualties and fatalities from US military intervention in Venezuela are currently being calculated

Pressure could intensify on United States allies if reports of civilian casualties from Saturday’s strikes in Venezuela are confirmed.

Venezuelan authorities have accused the U.S. of striking civilian areas during the operation and say they are compiling figures on casualties and fatalities.

According to reporting by The New York Times, an apartment complex was among the sites hit, with one elderly woman reportedly killed and others injured. The newspaper said there may be at least 40 casualties, though it remains unclear how many were civilians versus military targets.

The BBC said it has not been able to independently verify those claims.

Maps of the operation indicate air strikes in Caracas and along Venezuela’s northern coast. Targeted locations reportedly include the Cagigal Observatory near the city centre, La Carlota military base to the east, the Fuerte Tiuna military complex to the south, and Antenas El Volcán further southeast, as well as sites near La Guaira and Higuerote Airport.

If civilian harm is substantiated, analysts say it could place added strain on Washington’s partners as they weigh their responses. Several allies—among them the United Kingdom—have long been critical of President Nicolás Maduro, but have stopped short of openly endorsing the manner of his removal.

Meanwhile, some U.S. critics have accused Washington of breaching international law, a charge that could complicate diplomatic efforts and widen divisions as governments assess both the legality and humanitarian impact of the strikes.

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10 Comments

  1. Even AI afraid of Trump. I tried to put an AI comment and the thing just tap working

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  2. SMH like Trump was obssessed with Nicholas

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  3. Look How America Think They Can Just Go Into People Place And Do What They Please And Kill Who They Want.. All The Innocent Blood Shed And Innocent Incarceration Is All In The Name Of Oil!
    Donald Trump Can Go And Eat A Fat Dick 🍆

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  4. We really want to know how many innocent people lost their live

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  10. This is where Washington’s allies will be tested. Condemning Maduro is one thing remaining silent if civilians were harmed is another. International law cannot be selectively applied

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