Why the US is targeting Venezuela
Summary
The United States is increasing military activities in Latin America and seizing oil tankers near Venezuela. President Trump has shown support for regime change in Venezuela, backing opposition leader Maria Corina Machado against current President Nicolas Maduro. The U.S. government has been involved in actions like threatening military attacks and targeting alleged drug operations.Key Facts
- The U.S. is conducting a significant military build-up in Latin America.
- An oil tanker was seized by the U.S. off the coast of Venezuela.
- President Trump has threatened to attack Venezuela by land.
- The U.S. military has targeted suspected drug boats in nearby waters.
- At least 87 people have been reportedly killed in what are described as extrajudicial killings.
- The Trump administration supports opposition leader Maria Corina Machado against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
- Machado favors foreign intervention in Venezuela and privatizing its oil sector.
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