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Maduro Mobilizes Troops Amid Economic Crisis and U.S. Tensions

10/17/2025

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Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro mobilizes troops and militias, claiming the country is "ready for combat" amid rising tensions with the United States.
The United States has deployed significant military assets in the Caribbean to combat narcotics trafficking.
Experts say Venezuela's military suffers from low morale, inadequate training, and poor supplies.
The International Monetary Fund projects a 3% contraction in 2026.
The IMF also forecasts inflation reaching 682%.

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Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro mobilizes troops and militias, claiming the country is "ready for combat" amid rising tensions with the United States.
The United States has deployed significant military assets in the Caribbean to combat narcotics trafficking.
Experts say Venezuela's military suffers from low morale, inadequate training, and poor supplies.
The International Monetary Fund projects a 3% contraction in 2026.
The IMF also forecasts inflation reaching 682%.