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U.S. Launches Task Force Amid Venezuela Tensions

10/19/2025

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The United States is intensifying operations in Latin America near Venezuela by establishing a new joint counter-narcotics task force.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth says the task force aims to combat drug trafficking and strengthen security.
Nicolás Maduro, President of Venezuela, urged Indigenous unity to defend against aggression after United States airstrikes on Venezuelan vessels.
Diosdado Cabello, Venezuelan official, threatened United States Congressman Carlos Gimenez, signaling readiness to counter pressure.

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The United States is intensifying operations in Latin America near Venezuela by establishing a new joint counter-narcotics task force.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth says the task force aims to combat drug trafficking and strengthen security.
Nicolás Maduro, President of Venezuela, urged Indigenous unity to defend against aggression after United States airstrikes on Venezuelan vessels.
Diosdado Cabello, Venezuelan official, threatened United States Congressman Carlos Gimenez, signaling readiness to counter pressure.