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Bitcoin was caught investors off guard as news broke about a U.S. operation targeting Venezuela, causing the price to quickly fall below the $90,000 level. This move once again highlighted how sensitive the crypto market is to geopolitical risks and how rapidly news can impact prices. While short-term traders and volatility-focused investors tend to react quickly to such developments, long-term investors have begun reassessing their portfolios.
Explosions in Caracas and the U.S. Operation
At around 2:00 a.m. on Saturday (06:00 GMT), loud explosions were reportedly heard in Caracas. The incident occurred amid rising tensions between the United States and Venezuela. U.S. President Donald Trump stated:
“The United States has successfully carried out a large-scale operation against Venezuela and its leader, President Nicolas Maduro. Maduro has been captured along with his wife and removed from the country.”
Trump added that the operation was conducted in coordination with U.S. law enforcement agencies and said further details would be shared later. He also announced that he would hold a press conference today at 11:00 a.m. at Mar-a-Lago.
Bitcoin Falls Below $90,000
Trading around $91,000 prior to the news, Bitcoin dropped by nearly $1,000 in less than an hour following reports of the operation, falling to approximately $89,750. This erased gains from the previous day and halted the ongoing recovery attempt. The move underscores Bitcoin’s heightened volatility in response to geopolitical risks and shows that it can sometimes behave like a risk-sensitive asset.
Crypto investors and analysts reacted quickly to the development. On X, one user commented:
“The U.S. is attacking Venezuela, and this happens right as Bitcoin is trying to recover. I’m really tired of this.”
Market participants emphasized that geopolitical headlines can trigger sudden and sharp price swings.
Is History Repeating Itself?
Throughout 2025, Bitcoin repeatedly reacted to macroeconomic and geopolitical events such as U.S. government shutdowns, U.S.–China trade tensions, and conflicts in the Middle East. These early 2026 developments suggest that Bitcoin’s sensitivity to global risks remains intact. While investors brace for short-term volatility, many continue to reassess and refine their long-term strategies.
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