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Maduro Warns of U.S. 'Forever War' Amid Tensions

11/17/2025

Summary

Story summary

Nicolás Maduro, the president of Venezuela, warned at a Caracas rally against an Afghanistan-style 'forever war' and urged peace.
Maduro criticized the U.S. military buildup, including the USS Gerald R. Ford's arrival, as a pretext for regime change.
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Operation Southern Spear to counter 'narco-terrorists'.
Maduro's government has prepared a guerrilla response to possible U.S. attacks, including sabotage plans in Caracas.

History

Historical Context

The U.S. invasion of Afghanistan began on October 7, 2001, following the September 11 attacks, aiming to dismantle al-Qaeda and overthrow the Taliban. Despite initial successes, the conflict persisted for two decades, resulting in over 2,400 U.S. military fatalities by 2021. Nicolás Maduro's recent comments highlight ongoing concerns about U.S. military interventions and their implications for global stability, particularly in nations like Venezuela.

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Story summary

Nicolás Maduro, the president of Venezuela, warned at a Caracas rally against an Afghanistan-style 'forever war' and urged peace.
Maduro criticized the U.S. military buildup, including the USS Gerald R. Ford's arrival, as a pretext for regime change.
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Operation Southern Spear to counter 'narco-terrorists'.
Maduro's government has prepared a guerrilla response to possible U.S. attacks, including sabotage plans in Caracas.

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