Summary
Venezuela has accused the United States of military harassment after detecting F-35 fighter jets near its coast. Venezuelan authorities claim these aircraft pose a threat to their national security. The situation occurs amid increasing tensions between the two countries regarding U.S. actions against drug cartels in the Caribbean region.
Key Facts
- Venezuela detected at least five U.S. F-35 fighter jets near its coast.
- The jets were spotted about 46.6 miles from Venezuela, within international waters.
- Venezuela's Defense Minister called the presence a threat to their national security and accused the U.S. of military harassment.
- Venezuela claims the U.S. actions could disturb the peace in the Caribbean.
- The U.S. has deployed military forces in the region as part of efforts against drug cartels.
- U.S. President Trump's administration has labeled Latin American drug cartels as "narco-terrorists."
- 14 people have reportedly been killed in U.S. operations in the area.
- The U.S. has increased its military presence, including warships and a nuclear submarine, in the Caribbean.
