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US adds Venezuelan ‘cartel’ to terror list as military threat rises

US adds Venezuelan ‘cartel’ to terror list as military threat rises

Summary

The United States plans to label Venezuela's "Cartel de los Soles" as a foreign terrorist organization, believed to be connected to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. This action comes as the U.S. increases its military presence near Venezuela, which could lead to further military actions. Airlines have canceled flights to Venezuela due to warnings of heightened military activity.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. will designate "Cartel de los Soles" as a foreign terrorist organization.
  • This "cartel" is linked to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
  • The term "Cartel de los Soles" refers to corrupt military officers in Venezuela, not an actual cartel.
  • The U.S. has increased military activities near Venezuela in the Caribbean Sea.
  • There is potential for direct U.S. military action against Venezuela.
  • Airlines have canceled their flights to Venezuela amid U.S. warnings.
  • Maduro claims the U.S. aims to remove him from power.
  • The U.S. Department of Justice indicted Maduro and his associates for drug-related charges in 2020.
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