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Trump Weighs Military Action Against Venezuela Amid Controversy

11/17/2025

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The United States may soon launch direct attacks on Venezuela, driven by U.S. President Donald Trump’s goal to oust Nicolás Maduro.
Many Venezuelans support regime change but oppose foreign intervention.
Critics say Trump’s approach mirrors past U.S. interventions and lacks a coherent post-coup governance plan.
The focus appears to be on Venezuela’s resources rather than citizens’ welfare.
The risks of a military operation could echo the 1989 invasion of Panama.

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Story summary

The United States may soon launch direct attacks on Venezuela, driven by U.S. President Donald Trump’s goal to oust Nicolás Maduro.
Many Venezuelans support regime change but oppose foreign intervention.
Critics say Trump’s approach mirrors past U.S. interventions and lacks a coherent post-coup governance plan.
The focus appears to be on Venezuela’s resources rather than citizens’ welfare.
The risks of a military operation could echo the 1989 invasion of Panama.