With the President Gone, Venezuelans Race to Stock Up on Food

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Sheyla Urdaneta and Frances RoblesJanuary 3, 2026 at 10:50 PM

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Following U.S. airstrikes and the removal of President Nicolás Maduro on Saturday, January 3, 2026, Venezuelans in Caracas and other cities rushed to stock up on food and supplies. Long lines formed at supermarkets, with residents purchasing water, toilet paper, and other necessities amid uncertainty about the future. Some stores closed, and areas near a military base that was attacked experienced power outages. Reports from La Guaira indicated damage to buildings, with restricted access imposed by government supporters. Panic buying was also observed in Valencia, as residents prepared for potential shortages and instability.

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Vnet 30% Cecilia Martínez 40% La Guaira 40% Valencia 40% Alondra 40% Caracas ×570% United States ×280% Nicolás Maduro (Maduro) ×290% Venezuela 90%

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