Nearly two decades ago, a political cartoon has unexpectedly tied into some of today's biggest headlines, leading to speculation about its predictive power. The question arises: could the U.S. involvement in Venezuela have been forecasted so long ago? An old cartoon that's gone viral suggests this very possibility. This cartoon, crafted by Brazil's renowned cartoonist Carlos Latuff in 2007, is now being viewed through the lens of recent U.S. actions.
Titled 'Crimes in Progress', it was originally perceived as a critique of U.S. foreign policy but is being revisited for entirely different reasons. Following America's fresh military moves, people are saying this cartoon was a warning of sorts.
Iran Also Makes the List
In the cartoon, Uncle Sam appears conversing on the phone at the White House. In front of him lies a list detailing countries where America has previously intervened militarily. Beside it is a box labeled 'To Do', listing four countries: Bolivia, Venezuela, Cuba, and Iran. Initially, it was seen as anti-American satire, but following the Venezuelan move, one name from this list has seemingly come true.
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For several recent days, tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela have been simmering. Amidst this, late Friday into early Saturday, America executed a significant surprise military operation in Venezuela. In this mission, American commandos detained Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, extricating them from the country. The mission concluded in about an hour and a half, with reports of blackouts in multiple parts of Caracas as it unfolded.
As news broke, Carlos Latuff reshared his 2007 cartoon on social media, sparking its virality. Thousands began to view it, sparking debates about whether this is mere coincidence or if a predetermined pattern in U.S. policies is becoming evident.
The conversation has now transcended Venezuela. Predictions involving Iran, Cuba, and Bolivia — countries noted in the cartoon's 'To Do' list — are also emerging. Thus, this narrative has evolved beyond a single military action, becoming a fascinating blend of politics and timelines.
