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U.S. Strikes in Venezuela Kill Innocent Civilians, Families Protest

11/8/2025

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Over 60 people have died in Güiria, Venezuela, since September 2025 due to U.S. military strikes on boats linked to drug smuggling.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration says the vessels were operated by narco-terrorists.
Locals say many victims were laborers or low-level criminals, not cartel leaders, including a fisherman and a bus driver.
Relatives condemn the lack of due process, noting many were inexperienced and hired for local water knowledge.

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Story summary

Over 60 people have died in Güiria, Venezuela, since September 2025 due to U.S. military strikes on boats linked to drug smuggling.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration says the vessels were operated by narco-terrorists.
Locals say many victims were laborers or low-level criminals, not cartel leaders, including a fisherman and a bus driver.
Relatives condemn the lack of due process, noting many were inexperienced and hired for local water knowledge.