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U.S. Maritime Campaign in Caribbean Sparks Global Controversy

11/15/2025

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The U.S. maritime campaign in the Caribbean against Venezuelan and Colombian vessels has drawn criticism from U.N. experts and allies.
John R. Bolton, a former U.S. official, urges Venezuelans to overthrow Nicolás Maduro's regime, citing Russia, Cuba, China, and Iran as threats.
The debate centers on urgency for intervention versus concerns about legality and civilian safety, highlighting ongoing instability in the region.

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The U.S. maritime campaign in the Caribbean against Venezuelan and Colombian vessels has drawn criticism from U.N. experts and allies.
John R. Bolton, a former U.S. official, urges Venezuelans to overthrow Nicolás Maduro's regime, citing Russia, Cuba, China, and Iran as threats.
The debate centers on urgency for intervention versus concerns about legality and civilian safety, highlighting ongoing instability in the region.