Group 1 - The U.S. launched attacks on Caracas and other regions in Venezuela, targeting military airports, the Ministry of Defense, and ports, leading to a declaration of a national emergency by President Maduro [2] - The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has prohibited American commercial flights over Venezuela due to safety risks associated with ongoing military activities, effective from January 3, 2 AM local time [3] - The situation has escalated tensions in the region, with the U.S. increasing military presence near Venezuela under the pretext of combating drug trafficking and threatening military action against the Venezuelan government [3] Group 2 - Eyewitnesses reported heavy and continuous explosions in Fuerte Tiuna, a major military base in Caracas where many senior Venezuelan officials reside [3] - The U.S. has been intensifying sanctions and military threats against Venezuela, labeling its government as a "foreign terrorist organization" and claiming ownership over Venezuelan territory, oil, and assets [3] - Colombian President Gustavo Petro criticized the U.S. actions, stating that they are bombing Caracas and calling for global awareness of the situation [3]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the condemnation of U.S. military threats and sanctions against Venezuela, with a strong show of support for the Venezuelan government from Cuban citizens [1][2] - Cuban Women's Federation Secretary General Teresa Amarelle described U.S. sanctions as "collective torture," aiming to force a resilient nation into submission through hunger [1] - Medical expert Idalmis Rodriguez criticized the U.S. for escalating war threats and emphasized the importance of dialogue based on respect and sovereignty to resolve disputes in Latin America and the Caribbean [1] Group 2 - The U.S. has deployed multiple warships in the Caribbean Sea near Venezuela under the pretext of "drug enforcement," leading to the sinking of over 20 vessels since early September, resulting in more than 80 deaths [2] - Reports from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration indicate that Venezuela is not a major source of drugs flowing into the U.S., contradicting the justification for military actions [2] - Venezuela has accused the U.S. of attempting to instigate regime change through military threats and expanding its military presence in Latin America [2]