Venezuela
-
Government
Maduro Warns Washington: Do Not Turn Venezuela into Another Afghanistan
DID Press: Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro condemned the deployment of U.S. troops and equipment in the Caribbean, warning Washington not to turn Venezuela into another war zone like Afghanistan. Speaking in Caracas, Maduro criticized the extensive presence of U.S. naval…
Read More » -
Government
Trump Weighing Airstrikes on Alleged Drug Facilities in Venezuela
DID Press: US President Donald Trump is considering plans to bomb cocaine production sites and drug trafficking routes inside Venezuela, CNN reported on Thursday, citing sources familiar with the matter. According to the report, the proposal includes limited airstrikes targeting…
Read More » -
Government
Venezuela Calls Urgent UNSC Meeting, Puts Military on Alert
DID Press: Venezuela has called for an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council, citing what it described as the growing threat of a possible U.S. military attack, according to official statements released on Friday. Government sources in Caracas said…
Read More » -
Government
Second US Strike on Venezuela Leaves 3 Dead; Maduro Issues Fierce Response
DID Press: US military has once again targeted a Venezuelan vessel in international waters, an attack that left three Venezuelan citizens dead and sparked an angry reaction from President Nicolás Maduro. Washington claimed the vessel was suspected of carrying narcotics.…
Read More » -
Government
US Deploys F-35 Jets to Puerto Rico amid Rising Tensions with Venezuela
DID Press: Five U.S. F-35 stealth fighter jets have been deployed to Puerto Rico amid escalating tensions with Venezuela, following an order by President Donald Trump. Washington has framed the mission as part of efforts to counter drug cartels in…
Read More » -
Government
US Deploys F-35 Jets to Puerto Rico Amid Fears of Possible Strike on Venezuela
DID Press: Amid rising tensions between Washington and Caracas, the Trump administration has deployed 10 F-35 fighter jets to air bases in Puerto Rico, reported CNN. The White House described the move as part of operations against drug cartels in…
Read More »