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A purported eyewitness account of the U.S. military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has emerged online, describing sophisticated tactics including alleged use of sonic weapons that incapacitated Venezuelan forces.
The account, which was shared by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on social media platform X, claims to be from a guard stationed at the Caracas military base where U.S. forces allegedly captured Maduro. The eyewitness statement has quickly gained traction online, though its authenticity remains unverified.
According to the account, Venezuelan forces were caught off guard when “all our radar systems shut down without any explanation.” The witness then described observing numerous drones flying over their positions, followed by approximately 20 U.S. soldiers deploying from eight helicopters.
“They were technologically very advanced,” the guard stated. “They didn’t look like anything we’ve fought against before.” Despite claiming Venezuelan forces numbered in the hundreds, the witness said they were overwhelmed by the precision and speed of the American troops, describing the sensation that “each soldier was firing 300 rounds per minute.”
Perhaps most notably, the account describes what appears to be the deployment of a sonic or acoustic weapon against Venezuelan personnel. “At one point, they launched something; I don’t know how to describe it,” the witness claimed. “It was like a very intense sound wave. Suddenly I felt like my head was exploding from the inside.”
The witness further detailed the alleged effects of this technology: “We all started bleeding from the nose. Some were vomiting blood. We fell to the ground, unable to move. We couldn’t even stand up after that sonic weapon — or whatever it was.”
The use of sonic weapons in military operations has been discussed for decades, though confirmed deployments remain rare. Various types of acoustic devices can cause disorientation, pain, and temporary incapacitation by emitting targeted sound waves at specific frequencies. The U.S. military has researched such technology, but public information about operational use remains limited.
The operation reportedly resulted in significant Venezuelan casualties. “Those twenty men, without a single casualty, killed hundreds of us,” the witness claimed. “We had no way to compete with their technology, with their weapons.”
The White House has not officially confirmed the authenticity of this account, despite Leavitt sharing it on social media. When contacted by Fox News Digital, neither the White House nor the Pentagon immediately responded to inquiries about the veracity of the claims or whether sonic weapons were deployed during the operation.
This purported operation in Venezuela represents a significant foreign policy development if confirmed. Venezuela, under Maduro’s leadership, has maintained tense relations with the United States for years. The oil-rich South American nation has faced severe economic challenges and political turmoil, with Maduro’s government accused of human rights abuses and election fraud by numerous international observers.
The alleged U.S. military action would mark a dramatic escalation in U.S. policy toward Venezuela, moving beyond economic sanctions and diplomatic pressure that have characterized the approach in recent years.
As the situation develops, questions remain about the legal authorization for such an operation, its strategic objectives, and potential diplomatic fallout in Latin America and beyond. Regional experts note that direct military intervention carries significant risks, including potential destabilization of Venezuela and complications in U.S. relations with other countries in the region.
Further confirmation and details from official sources will be necessary to fully assess the scope and nature of the reported operation, particularly regarding the alleged use of advanced sonic weaponry.
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7 Comments
Sonic weapons are an emerging military technology, so the alleged deployment against Venezuela is noteworthy. However, I’ll need to see more credible sources before accepting the Leavitt report’s claims.
While the use of sonic weapons would be highly concerning, I’m hesitant to accept the Leavitt report at face value. Eyewitness accounts can be unreliable, especially regarding covert military operations. More rigorous investigation is warranted.
This is a serious allegation that deserves further investigation. If verified, the use of sonic weapons against foreign troops could have major diplomatic and geopolitical implications. I hope the details of this incident become more clear.
If confirmed, the use of sonic weapons against Venezuelan forces would be a significant escalation of US involvement in the country. However, the eyewitness account seems quite sensationalized, so I’d encourage caution until the facts are established.
Sonic weapons are a controversial technology. While they may have military applications, their use against foreign troops raises ethical questions. I’d like to see more evidence before drawing any conclusions about this alleged incident.
The Leavitt report paints a dramatic picture of a covert US operation in Venezuela. However, the details seem quite extraordinary, so I’ll reserve judgment until more information comes to light. Unverified claims of advanced sonic weapons are concerning.
Interesting report, if true. The use of advanced sonic weapons against Venezuelan forces would be quite concerning. I wonder what the strategic rationale was for this alleged operation and whether it violated any international laws or norms.