The White House on Monday defended U.S. strikes on a Venezuelan drug-smuggling vessel in September, saying the operation was lawful and authorized by Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. The strikes, which reportedly targeted survivors of the initial attack, have drawn criticism from legal experts and lawmakers questioning their legality under international law. White House spokeswoman Karoline […]
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Trump confirms call with Maduro as tensions escalate
CARACAS: US President Donald Trump confirmed on Sunday that he had recently spoken with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, as tensions between the two countries reached a new peak. Read More: Trump says Venezuela airspace should be considered ‘closed’ The revelation came amid a significant US military buildup in the Caribbean and accusations from Caracas that Washington […]
Venezuela rejects US terrorist designation of alleged drug cartel
CARACAS: Venezuela on Monday rejected the United States’ designation of an alleged drug cartel, Cartel de los Soles, as a foreign terrorist organization (FTO), calling it a “ridiculous lie” aimed at justifying an “illegitimate” military intervention. Read More: US weighs major new action against Venezuela The move comes amid a major US military build-up near Venezuelan […]
Caribbean tensions surge as US launches military operation
The United States has launched a military operation named “Southern Spear” in the Caribbean, targeting drug traffickers. The operation could potentially involve action against Venezuela. US officials said the mission aims to protect Americans from illegal drugs and curb organized crime in the Western Hemisphere. US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced the operation on […]
Trump downplays war with Venezuela
President Donald Trump sent mixed signals Sunday regarding potential US action in Venezuela, downplaying fears of an imminent war while suggesting that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro’s tenure may be nearing its end. In an interview with CBS’s “60 Minutes,” Trump said when asked about the likelihood of a US war with Venezuela, “I doubt it. […]
Trump denies US strike plans on Venezuela
US President Donald Trump on Saturday denied any plans for military strikes on Venezuela. He spoke aboard Air Force One. Trump said media reports suggesting strikes were false. His comments followed weeks of speculation about potential action against the South American nation. The denial contrasts with earlier statements. Trump had previously hinted that he might […]
Trump indicates approval of CIA action against Venezuela
US President Donald Trump indicated Wednesday he had authorized covert CIA action against Venezuela and said he was considering strikes against alleged drug cartels on land in the South American country. Trump’s comments triggered outrage from leftist Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, who decried “coups d’etat orchestrated by the CIA” and ordered military exercises following a […]
Trump Confirms CIA Authorization for Covert Operations in Venezuela
WASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump confirmed on Wednesday that he has authorized the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) to carry out covert operations in Venezuela, in what analysts describe as a significant escalation of US efforts to remove President Nicolas Maduro from power. The revelation came after The New York Times reported that Trump had […]
Machado awards Nobel peace prize to Trump and Venezuela
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has dedicated her Nobel Peace Prize to the people of Venezuela and U.S. President Donald Trump. She posted on X (formerly Twitter) that the prize recognizes the struggle of all Venezuelans. She added it gives her campaign a boost toward freedom. Machado said she stands with Trump, the U.S. […]
Trump eyes strikes on Venezuela cartels, deploys F-35s
The United States has deployed F-35 stealth fighter jets to Puerto Rico as tensions with Venezuela increase. Washington says the move is aimed at strengthening anti-drug operations in the Caribbean. However, officials and analysts believe it also signals a warning to President Nicolas Maduro. Alongside the jets, the US Navy has increased its presence with […]