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Fishermen Fear U.S. Strikes Threaten Caribbean Livelihoods

10/6/2025

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Kenrick Modie, a Trinidad and Tobago fisherman, fears U.S. strikes threaten his livelihood.
The United States has conducted multiple strikes on alleged drug vessels near Venezuela, with President Trump declaring an armed conflict.
Fishermen fear mistaken identity and casualties as military presence and piracy rise, reducing catches.
Caribbean leaders, including Barbados' Prime Minister, call for dialogue to prevent war.

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Story summary

Kenrick Modie, a Trinidad and Tobago fisherman, fears U.S. strikes threaten his livelihood.
The United States has conducted multiple strikes on alleged drug vessels near Venezuela, with President Trump declaring an armed conflict.
Fishermen fear mistaken identity and casualties as military presence and piracy rise, reducing catches.
Caribbean leaders, including Barbados' Prime Minister, call for dialogue to prevent war.