Firing in Caracas, presidential palace in Venezuela (Video screengrabs/Social Media)
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News1806-01-2026, 09:54

Gunfire, Drones Rock Venezuela Palace Amid Maduro Fallout; US Denies Involvement

  • Heavy gunfire and suspected drone activity reported near Venezuela's Miraflores presidential palace in Caracas.
  • The incident on Tuesday morning raised fresh security concerns in the capital.
  • The White House stated the US was "not involved" in the commotion near the palace.
  • Venezuelan security forces reportedly fired at unidentified drones; the situation was later brought under control.
  • This comes amidst heightened tensions after President Nicolas Maduro's capture and interim President Delcy Rodriguez's swearing-in.

Why It Matters: Caracas faces fresh security concerns with gunfire, drones near palace amid post-Maduro tensions.

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