Venezuela’s Maduro says the US is ‘fabricating’ a war against him
Summary
Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro claims that the United States is creating a false narrative to justify a military presence near Venezuela, as a large U.S. warship moves closer to the country. President Donald Trump's administration has accused Maduro of leading organized crime, without evidence, and escalated military actions in the region. Venezuela is conducting military exercises to prepare for potential threats.Key Facts
- President Nicolas Maduro says the U.S. is "fabricating" a war against Venezuela.
- The U.S. sent the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R Ford, a large warship, closer to Venezuela.
- President Trump accused Maduro of leading a crime gang called Tren de Aragua, but did not provide evidence.
- Tren de Aragua is involved in illegal activities but not in major global drug trafficking.
- Maduro is accused of stealing the last Venezuelan election, and the U.S. wants him out of power.
- The U.S. has conducted military operations targeting boats allegedly smuggling drugs to the U.S., resulting in 43 deaths.
- Venezuela's military is conducting exercises to defend against potential U.S. covert operations.
- Opposition leader Leopoldo Lopez, supported by the U.S., has been a vocal critic of Maduro and has faced legal actions.
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