Large explosions were heard early on Saturday in Caracas, the capital of Venezuela, accompanied by air-raid sirens. At least 40 people, including military personnel and civilians, were killed in the U.S. military strikes on the country, local officials have said.

CGTN Stringer interviewed Micaela Ovelar, a resident in Caracas, to discuss her views on the current situation and how it has affected her life. She said that when the U.S. strikes occurred, the local area experienced a power outage and the internet was disrupted. Most people were unable to get in touch with their families, and are now waiting to see how the situation will unfold.