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Trump Boosts Caribbean Military Amid Venezuela Tensions

11/16/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump has intensified the Caribbean military presence amid talks of operations against Venezuela.
Trump has deployed assets to the region, including F-35 aircraft and warships.
Air strikes killed 80 people, while the United States has not provided evidence of drug smuggling.
Colombia has halted intelligence sharing with the United States until the strikes cease.
Caribbean Community (Caricom) members demand assurances against destabilizing actions.

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U.S. President Donald Trump has intensified the Caribbean military presence amid talks of operations against Venezuela.
Trump has deployed assets to the region, including F-35 aircraft and warships.
Air strikes killed 80 people, while the United States has not provided evidence of drug smuggling.
Colombia has halted intelligence sharing with the United States until the strikes cease.
Caribbean Community (Caricom) members demand assurances against destabilizing actions.