Sky News Analysis: What is Trump Aiming for with Venezuela Strikes?

Sky News analyzes the strong reaction of the Venezuelan government to the US strikes and the immediate imposition of a state of emergency. Social media videos show explosions around Caracas and the sound of aircraft.

President Trump has warned of ground attacks and has amassed naval power in the Caribbean. The US has already carried out attacks on small vessels, claiming they were carrying drugs. The Trump administration has labeled Nicolás Maduro a 'narco-terrorist'.

Sky News notes that developments indicate Trump is pushing for Maduro's removal and regime change by force. The opposition, led by Maria Corinna Machado, declares itself ready to take power.

Powerful explosions rocked Caracas, with the Maduro government declaring a state of emergency and calling for 'mobilization' after a 'military attack by the United States'.