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U.S. Targets Venezuelan Drug Traffickers Amid Rising Tensions

11/19/2025

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US Targets Venezuelan Traffickers

The United States announced operations targeting Venezuelan drug traffickers, with the USS Gerald Ford near Venezuela and over 80 deaths.
Nicolás Maduro performed John Lennon's "Imagine" as a peace bid to U.S. President Donald Trump.
Venezuela held its largest military drill in years, accusing the United States of extrajudicial killings.
Colombia's president halted intelligence sharing with the United States, deeming the strikes illegal and harmful to human rights.

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Trump Initiates Venezuela Invasion

U.S. President Donald Trump confirms plans for a full-scale invasion of Venezuela, signaling potential U.S. military action.
A significant buildup includes the aircraft carrier USS Gerald Ford and about 15,000 troops under "Operation Southern Spear."
Critics argue the operation aims to seize Venezuela's oil reserves rather than curb drug trafficking.
The Venezuelan military has distributed arms to citizens, while opposition leader Henrique Capriles opposes U.S. intervention.

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US Targets Venezuelan Traffickers

The United States announced operations targeting Venezuelan drug traffickers, with the USS Gerald Ford near Venezuela and over 80 deaths.
Nicolás Maduro performed John Lennon's "Imagine" as a peace bid to U.S. President Donald Trump.
Venezuela held its largest military drill in years, accusing the United States of extrajudicial killings.
Colombia's president halted intelligence sharing with the United States, deeming the strikes illegal and harmful to human rights.

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