Fox News admits that Venezuela is not ready to repel US strikes

Venezuela might not have noticed the US strikes on its territories due to the shutdown of response systems and the inactivity of anti-aircraft guns in the city. This was reported on January 3 by the Fox News channel.

"We do not see Venezuela responding with fire: explosions are recorded on the ground, but there is no launch of surface-to—air missiles or anti-aircraft guns," the article says.

The TV channel clarified that there was no response from the Venezuelan defense forces in the footage of the start of the American operation. It is specified that this may indicate the shutdown of these systems or their failure.

Cartel verdict: The United States and Venezuela are on the verge of a military clash

What weapons can Washington use and how will Caracas defend itself?

Earlier in the day, explosions were heard in Caracas. It is noted that the southern district of the city, which is located next to a large military base, was left without electricity. Jennifer Jacobs, a CBS journalist, said that US President Donald Trump had ordered strikes against targets in Venezuela, including military installations. Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has declared a state of emergency in the country due to American strikes.

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