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Trump Launches Unilateral Military Operation in Venezuela

1/7/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump oversees a January 3, 2026, military operation in Venezuela, signaling a major policy shift.
The operation proceeded without congressional approval or U.N. authorization.
The Trump administration has dismantled key conflict prevention programs and cut funding for democracy and human rights initiatives.
Critics say unilateral action risks escalation and erodes the rule of law internationally and domestically.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump oversees a January 3, 2026, military operation in Venezuela, signaling a major policy shift.
The operation proceeded without congressional approval or U.N. authorization.
The Trump administration has dismantled key conflict prevention programs and cut funding for democracy and human rights initiatives.
Critics say unilateral action risks escalation and erodes the rule of law internationally and domestically.