Tensions between the United States and Venezuela are once again at a fever pitch. Four senior U.S. officials have revealed that the Trump administration is preparing to initiate new phases of operations concerning Venezuela in the coming days. While the timing and scope of these actions are yet to be finalized, insiders suggest discussions have reached an extremely serious level.
According to these officials, covert operations could begin during the initial phase. Speculations about potential actions have soared following the U.S. military's increasing deployments in the Caribbean region. All four officials shared this information on the condition of anonymity due to confidentiality concerns.
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The White House and CIA have declined to comment on these reports. However, a senior Trump administration official suggested that no option is off the table when it comes to Venezuela. "President Trump is prepared to take every measure necessary to stem the tide of drugs into America and bring those responsible to justice," the official said.
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Warning to 'Overthrow' Nicolás Maduro's Government
The U.S. has long claimed that Maduro’s administration is involved in illicit drug trades—claims that Maduro has repeatedly dismissed. Reuters reported, citing two officials, that the Trump administration is considering options that include the possibility to 'overthrow Maduro's government.' Maduro asserts that the U.S. seeks to oust him from power, and both the Venezuelan people and military will oppose such moves.
Meanwhile, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has advised caution when flying over Venezuela, labeling it "dangerous." Consequently, three international airlines canceled flights from Venezuela on Saturday.
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U.S. Poised to Designate Venezuelan Cartel as Terrorist Group
The U.S. is preparing to designate the Cartel de los Soles as a foreign terrorist organization on Monday. The Trump administration claims that Maduro leads this cartel, although he dismisses these claims as fabricated and politically motivated.
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated that once designated as terrorists, the U.S. will have "many new options" against Venezuela. Trump has also hinted at targeting Maduro's assets and infrastructure.
Although Trump has left room open for resolving the matter through dialogue, the escalating military activities in the region may further increase instability and tension.
