Summary
President Donald Trump has stopped diplomatic talks with Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro and increased U.S. military presence near Venezuela. The actions are part of a campaign against alleged crime and drug trafficking led by Maduro's government. This move marks a significant change in U.S. policy toward Venezuela.
Key Facts
- President Trump halted diplomatic contacts with Venezuela's government.
- The U.S. military has positioned ships near Venezuela for potential action.
- The U.S. accuses Maduro of leading crime and drug trafficking networks.
- U.S. naval forces include missile-armed ships and covert vessels.
- The U.S. military conducted strikes against boats allegedly smuggling drugs.
- Venezuela claims U.S. actions violate its sovereignty and threaten stability.
- Tensions increased after reports of a false-flag attempt near the U.S. Embassy in Caracas.
