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Venezuela Accuses Trinidad of U.S.-Backed Military Provocation

10/29/2025

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Venezuela Accuses Provocation

Venezuela accused Trinidad and Tobago of military provocation tied to U.S. drills and CIA-linked mercenaries.
Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez warned of a false flag to justify confrontation.
The United States intensified regional presence with strikes on drug-traffic vessels, while experts say it may seek Nicolás Maduro's removal.
A Russian transport aircraft landed in Caracas.

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Venezuela Accuses Provocation

Venezuela accused Trinidad and Tobago of military provocation tied to U.S. drills and CIA-linked mercenaries.
Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez warned of a false flag to justify confrontation.
The United States intensified regional presence with strikes on drug-traffic vessels, while experts say it may seek Nicolás Maduro's removal.
A Russian transport aircraft landed in Caracas.

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