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Trinidad PM Backs US Anti-Drug Actions Amid Controversy

11/6/2025

Summary

Story summary

Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar expresses support for United States (U.S.) military actions against drug trafficking, despite concerns about land strikes in Venezuela.
She says Trinidad and Tobago has not been asked to facilitate strikes and calls for violent measures against traffickers to protect citizens.
U.S. operations have resulted in at least 66 deaths since September, prompting questions about legality and ethics, with experts warning of regime change in Venezuela.

History

Historical Context

The U.S. invasion of Panama on December 20, 1989, aimed to depose General Manuel Noriega amid allegations of drug trafficking and electoral fraud. Following a contested election in May 1989, where Guillermo Endara was attacked by Noriega's supporters, the U.S. deployed over 24,000 troops. This intervention reflects ongoing complexities in U.S. foreign policy in Latin America, raising questions about sovereignty and ethics.

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Story summary

Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar expresses support for United States (U.S.) military actions against drug trafficking, despite concerns about land strikes in Venezuela.
She says Trinidad and Tobago has not been asked to facilitate strikes and calls for violent measures against traffickers to protect citizens.
U.S. operations have resulted in at least 66 deaths since September, prompting questions about legality and ethics, with experts warning of regime change in Venezuela.

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