President Lula vigorously condemned the bombings and capture of Nicolás Maduro and his wife, labeling them an assault on sovereignty and a dangerous precedent. He warned that these actions violate international law and lead to chaos, evoking historical interferences. He called for a strong UN response and offered dialogue and cooperation.

On January 3, 2026, the U.S. attacked Venezuela, capturing President Maduro and his wife. The Bolivarian government remains in control, but the situation is uncertain. An article published in Globetrotter highlights that this incident is part of a protracted war that began in 2001, characterized by economic pressure, sanctions, and attempts at destabilization, warning of severe consequences for the region.

In a critical moment for regional geopolitics, various voices rose simultaneously. Political organizations and international bodies, including those from Chile, issued strong condemnations of the U.S. military intervention in Venezuela. Additionally, the Solidarity Party (PSOL), the Popular Party, and the Communist Party have spoken out regarding these events. Noteworthy international responses include statements from the Network in Defense of Humanity (REDH), the Answer Coalition, and the Communist Party of Venezuela.

Petro Announces Border Deployment and Calls for UN Security Council Meeting, While Scheinbaum Demands Respect for International Law

Following reports of U.S. missile strikes in Caracas, La Guaira, Miranda, and Aragua, which resulted in civilian and military casualties as confirmed by the Vice President and Defense Minister, there are warnings of escalating regional tensions and a humanitarian catastrophe previously cautioned by Lula.

President Gabriel Boric strongly condemned the U.S. military interventions in Venezuela, emphasizing Chile's call for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing crisis.

In a dramatic military action, U.S. forces conducted airstrikes across Venezuela, reportedly resulting in the kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife amid geopolitical tensions.

The initiative, approved by the Environment Committee of the Chamber, proposes key restrictions and definitions, including the delimitation of astronomical areas and the establishment of special exclusion zones.

Pudahuel Mayor Ítalo Bravo revealed the schedule for the "Cassata Cultural 2026" this summer, which will feature over 20 free cultural activities organized by the Festival Teatro a Mil (FITAM) and the municipality.

Among the total shot, 685 were children, with 224 aged 11 and under dying from gunfire, and another 461 sustaining injuries. In addition, 3,759 teenagers were shot, with over 1,000 aged 12 to 17 being fatally injured by firearms and more than 2,700 left injured.