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US Escalates Pressure on Venezuela with Military Deployments

11/25/2025

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The United States is increasing pressure on Venezuela by deploying the USS Gerald R. Ford and B-52 bombers near its coast.
This escalation follows designating Cartel de los Soles as a foreign terrorist organization, enabling stronger actions.
The FAA warns about flying in Venezuelan airspace due to heightened military activity and risks to civilian aviation.
U.S. officials say options, including possible strikes, are under consideration, with no final decisions yet.

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The United States is increasing pressure on Venezuela by deploying the USS Gerald R. Ford and B-52 bombers near its coast.
This escalation follows designating Cartel de los Soles as a foreign terrorist organization, enabling stronger actions.
The FAA warns about flying in Venezuelan airspace due to heightened military activity and risks to civilian aviation.
U.S. officials say options, including possible strikes, are under consideration, with no final decisions yet.