Following the transfer of Nicolas Maduro to the United States, security alerts were triggered in Caracas. Gunshots and explosions were heard near Palacio de Miraflores, prompting the activation of air defense systems in the government district.<\/p>\n
According to initial reports, Venezuelan<\/a> security forces activated air defense systems after detecting objects believed to be unauthorized drones flying near the Miraflores Palace. Heavy gunfire was reported as forces attempted to neutralize the perceived threat.<\/p>\n Several ministry buildings located in central Caracas were evacuated as a precaution. Armed soldiers were seen patrolling nearby streets, while security measures were raised to their highest level in the area surrounding government offices.<\/p>\n Videos circulating on social media showed civilians rushing into buildings for shelter as armed security forces deployed across the streets. Movement in the city center appeared to slow significantly amid the heightened security presence.<\/p>\n Government sources stated that the incident was linked to unauthorized drones flying over Caracas. Authorities said gunfire was directed at these objects and that control of the situation was quickly restored.<\/p>\n The security incident occurred only hours after former vice president Delcy Rodr\u00edguez was sworn in as Venezuela<\/a>\u2019s interim president. Rodr\u00edguez had initially condemned Maduro\u2019s capture in strong terms but later said her government sought diplomacy and did not want confrontation with the United States.Ministry buildings evacuated<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Panic scenes shared on social media<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Government sources: Situation under control<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Incident follows Rodr\u00edguez\u2019s swearing-in<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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