Reports Cite Explosions at Two Caracas Airports

Overview

• Social media videos referenced by the Wall Street Journal appear to show strong blasts at Simón Bolívar International Airport in Caracas.
• Additional footage indicates explosions at La Carlota, a smaller military and private airfield on the city’s east side.
• RIA Novosti relayed the Wall Street Journal’s account on January 3, noting the lack of further corroboration.
• Authorities have not issued statements on the cause, casualties, or damage, and no responsibility has been attributed.
• The status of airport operations remains unclear as reporting is in an early stage based solely on user-generated content.