Map Show Where US is Reactivating Military Bases in Caribbean
Summary
The United States is reopening old military bases in the Caribbean and Latin America, including in Puerto Rico and Panama. This move is part of an effort to increase U.S. military presence in the region, targeting drug trafficking and asserting influence. Tensions have risen with Venezuela due to these activities.Key Facts
- The U.S. is reopening the Roosevelt Roads Naval Station in Puerto Rico, which was closed since 2004.
- The base in Puerto Rico is being renovated and now hosts 10 F-35 Lightning II aircraft.
- U.S. forces have resumed operations at the former Fort Sherman in Panama.
- Joint military exercises are being conducted in Panama with local forces.
- The U.S. is considering returning to military sites in Ecuador but voters have rejected this proposal.
- U.S. military presence is also noted in Cuba's Guantanamo Bay, and other locations in Honduras, El Salvador, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
- The reactivation of these bases is associated with a U.S. effort to combat narcotics trafficking.
- Venezuela's leader, Nicolas Maduro, has expressed concern over the increased U.S. military presence.
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