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WATCH: U.S. carried out strike on drug-carrying vessel that left from Venezuela, Trump says

WATCH: U.S. carried out strike on drug-carrying vessel that left from Venezuela, Trump says

Summary

The U.S. conducted a strike on a drug-carrying boat that left Venezuela, announced President Trump. The vessel was allegedly operated by a narco-terrorist group, according to Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Venezuela's government, led by President Nicolás Maduro, has criticized the U.S.'s actions and deployed troops along its coast.

Key Facts

  • President Trump announced a U.S. strike on a drug-carrying vessel from Venezuela.
  • Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the vessel was managed by a narco-terrorist organization.
  • The U.S. aims to increase its naval presence near Venezuela to combat drug cartel threats.
  • Venezuela's President Maduro deployed troops along the coast in response to U.S. actions.
  • Maduro claims the U.S. is falsely accusing Venezuela of major drug trafficking.
  • Some South American countries, including Colombia and Ecuador, have reported more cocaine seizures.
  • The U.N. report does not support the U.S. view of Venezuela's major role in drug trafficking.
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