U.S. Designates Venezuela's Cartel de los Soles as Foreign Terrorist Organization

U.S. Designates Venezuela's Cartel de los Soles as Foreign Terrorist Organization

The War Zone • 24 Nov 19:04

The United States has officially designated Venezuela's Cartel de los Soles as a Foreign Terrorist Organization, intensifying pressure on President Nicolás Maduro amid escalating military presence in the Caribbean.

U.S. Military Aircraft Conduct Surveillance Flights Near Venezuela

The War Zone • 21 Nov 01:50

U.S. military aircraft, including an RC-135V Rivet Joint and F/A-18 Super Hornets, have been conducting flights near Venezuela's coastline to assess the country's air defense capabilities.

Trump Authorizes CIA Covert Operations in Venezuela Amid Military Buildup

The New York Times • 19 Nov 00:10

President Donald Trump has authorized the CIA to conduct covert operations in Venezuela, escalating U.S. pressure on President Nicolás Maduro's government amid increased military presence in the Caribbean.

USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group Enters Caribbean Amid Anti-Narcotics Operation

NPR • 16 Nov 22:44

The USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group has entered the Caribbean Sea to support Operation Southern Spear, targeting transnational criminal organizations and narco-terrorism.

USS Gerald R. Ford Arrives in Caribbean Amid U.S. Military Buildup Near Venezuela

AP News • 16 Nov 16:02

The USS Gerald R. Ford has entered the Caribbean Sea, marking a significant U.S. military presence aimed at countering drug trafficking, while raising concerns about potential escalation with Venezuela.

U.S. Considers Military Options in Venezuela Amid Drug Trafficking Allegations

CBS News • 15 Nov 01:46

President Trump has been briefed on potential military actions in Venezuela, including airstrikes, as the U.S. accuses President Nicolás Maduro of involvement in drug trafficking.

Venezuela Conducts Large-Scale Military Exercises Amid U.S. Naval Deployment

CBS News • 12 Nov 16:00

Venezuela has initiated extensive military exercises involving 200,000 troops in response to the U.S. deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier to the Caribbean.

USS Gerald R. Ford Deployed to Caribbean Amid U.S. Military Buildup

The New York Times • 11 Nov 21:46

The U.S. Navy's largest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford, has been deployed to the Caribbean, intensifying the U.S. military presence in the region amid escalating tensions with Venezuela.