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Trump Teeters Between Military Action and Dialogue in Venezuela

12/9/2025

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Trump's Venezuela Strategy

U.S. President Donald Trump signals possible military action in Venezuela, including a ground offensive.
Trump signals a resumption of deportation flights for Venezuelan migrants.
Observers say his indecision is escalating tensions in Venezuela.
The new U.S. National Security Strategy hints at reviving the Monroe Doctrine, making Latin America a U.S. sphere of influence.
Despite buildup, Trump faces party pressure and public opposition, likely shifting toward dialogue with Maduro.

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Amorim Warns Conflict

Celso Amorim, foreign policy adviser to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, warned a U.S. attack on Venezuela could trigger a Vietnam-style conflict.
In a Guardian interview, he described regional involvement and anti-U.S. sentiment.
Amorim labeled U.S. President Donald Trump's moves, including closing airspace, as acts of war.
He said Brazil opposes forced regime change and favors negotiated transition.
Despite Maduro’s controversial election, Brazil would not push for resignation.

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Trump's Venezuela Strategy

U.S. President Donald Trump signals possible military action in Venezuela, including a ground offensive.
Trump signals a resumption of deportation flights for Venezuelan migrants.
Observers say his indecision is escalating tensions in Venezuela.
The new U.S. National Security Strategy hints at reviving the Monroe Doctrine, making Latin America a U.S. sphere of influence.
Despite buildup, Trump faces party pressure and public opposition, likely shifting toward dialogue with Maduro.

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