Venezuela: A not-so-covert CIA disaster in the making
Summary
The United States is preparing new operations related to Venezuela, which may involve covert activities targeting Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. President Trump previously authorized the CIA to engage in covert operations in Venezuela. The U.S. has increased military presence in the region and claims these actions are part of efforts to combat narcoterrorism.Key Facts
- The United States is planning a new phase of operations concerning Venezuela, as reported by Reuters.
- U.S. officials indicated that covert operations may be the initial step against President Nicolas Maduro.
- President Donald Trump authorized the CIA to conduct covert actions in Venezuela.
- There are approximately 15,000 U.S. troops in the region, aimed at combating narcoterrorism.
- The U.S. has conducted bombings in the Caribbean Sea, claiming to target drug-trafficking boats.
- The Trump administration accuses Venezuela of being involved in the fentanyl crisis, although Venezuela does not produce fentanyl.
- U.S. officials assert that the military actions aim to protect the homeland and combat narcoterrorism.
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