Venezuela’s Maduro says ‘no way’ US can invade as Trump deploys naval force
Summary
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro stated that the United States could not invade Venezuela despite a U.S. naval force gathering near the country. The build-up is part of a U.S. operation against drug cartels in the region. Venezuela has prepared defenses, criticized the U.S. actions, and increased military presence along its borders.Key Facts
- Nicolas Maduro is the President of Venezuela.
- The U.S. has deployed naval forces near Venezuela in the Southern Caribbean.
- The U.S. operation aims to combat drug cartels in Latin America.
- Venezuela has responded by sending warships and drones to its coast.
- Venezuela has also recruited additional militia members for defense.
- 15,000 Venezuelan troops were deployed to the Colombia border to fight drug trafficking.
- The U.S. accused Maduro and officials of involvement in cocaine trafficking.
- The U.S. offers a $50 million reward for Maduro's capture related to alleged drug-related crimes.
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