Summary
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro claimed that his security forces stopped a plan to plant explosives at the U.S. Embassy in Caracas, suggesting it was intended to create conflict with the U.S. This comes amid heightened tensions between Venezuela and the U.S., with increased U.S. military presence near Venezuela and strained diplomatic relations.
Key Facts
- President Maduro reported a foiled attempt to attack the U.S. Embassy in Caracas, labeling it a "false flag operation."
- Venezuelan security forces increased protection at the embassy after being informed of the threat.
- The U.S. Embassy in Caracas is closed, but security staff are maintained on site.
- Diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Venezuela ended in 2019.
- President Trump has halted diplomatic talks with Venezuela and increased military actions in the area.
- There has been a build-up of U.S. military, including navy ships and F-35 jets, near Venezuela.
- U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reported a recent strike on a vessel allegedly involved in drug trafficking.
- The U.S. Justice Department expanded authority for actions against suspected drug traffickers in the region.
