NATO.COM

Defense & Security Intelligence

2026-01-19 01:00 UTC
Powered by US AI

Venezuela

924 articles • Page 10 of 19

Spies, Drones and Blowtorches: How the US Captured Maduro
This article details a covert operation where US intelligence agents allegedly used advanced technology like drones along with unconventional tools such as hairdryers to rescue an American operative n...
Kroenig quoted in Wall Street Journal on US operation in Venezuela
Matthew Kroenig, vice president and senior director at the Atlantic Council's Scowcroft Center, was cited in a Wall Street Journal piece discussing potential US military operations against the Maduro ...
Venezuela Might Be Where Trump’s Luck Runs Out
President Donald Trump continues to navigate the complex terrain between the hawkish and dovish factions within his base regarding Venezuela policy. The article suggests that Trump's approach must bal...
The D Brief: Trump threatens more countries after Maduro abduction; SCOTUS rejects Guard deployment; Nigerian-strike fallout; 2025 scorecard; And a bit more.
This article compiles recent developments including President Trump's threats against additional nations following actions related to Venezuela's Maduro, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS...
5 Unanswered Questions About Trump’s Venezuela Plan
The article discusses five key questions regarding President Donald Trump's approach to resolving the political crisis in Venezuela, focusing on uncertainties surrounding potential U.S. policy towards...
What U.S. Aircraft Were Used in Operation Absolute Resolve?
The article mentions that special forces helicopters and various fighter jets, bombers, surveillance aircraft, and drones were deployed by the United States during operations over Caracas....
Asian economies to face volatile oil prices over Venezuela, US plans for Caracas
Analysts suggest that Asian economies are likely to face renewed oil price volatility this year due to political developments involving Venezuela and the United States. The recent news of potential ca...
Former NATO Secretary Explains: What Next for Venezuela?
A former NATO secretary general discusses potential future developments concerning Venezuela's political and military scenario, including possible international interventions and the role of regional ...
Trump Reiterates Interest in Greenland After Venezuela Attack
President Trump has again expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, this statement coming shortly after an unspecified American attack on Venezuela, which suggests the geopolitical significance of th...
Zaoralek (SOCDEM): An American Attack on Venezuela Gives Russia and China the Green Light
Jiří Čunek, leader of Czech Social Democrats (SOCDEM), commented in a press release that an American military action against Venezuela would provide a green light for aggressive actions from Russia an...
Back to the future: Trump revives an old US habit of intervention
The article discusses how the United States under President Trump has reverted to a historical practice of military interventions aimed at ousting leaders in Latin American countries to assert control...
Marco Rubio to Take Charge of Post-Maduro Venezuela
Bloomberg reports that Senator Marco Rubio will take on responsibilities concerning the political transition in Venezuela following the expected end of Nicolas Maduro's regime. Rubio, known for his ha...
White House sends tough private message to oil companies on Venezuela
The White House has conveyed a stern message to oil companies, emphasizing that if they desire compensation for assets seized by the Venezuelan government, they must commit to reconstructing and maint...
Trump's bet on regime change in Venezuela is a sharp departure from MAGA agenda
Recent actions by President Trump have included military interventions in various countries such as Syria, Iraq, Iran, Nigeria, Yemen and Somalia, along with threats to invade Greenland and Panama. Th...
‘A line crossed’: Lawmakers, lawyers, anti-war advocates alarmed by Venezuela overthrow
Lawmakers, lawyers, and anti-war advocates are concerned about potential violations of legal procedures after what they consider to be an unauthorized intervention in Venezuela without proper Congress...
Destruction Seen At Caracas Base That Was A Focus Of The U.S. Military Operation
Reports indicate significant damage at a sprawling facility in Caracas which was allegedly the site of a United States military operation aimed at capturing President Maduro....
CNN fears Maduro capture will start World War III, compares US to Russia
A CNN report expresses concern that capturing Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro could lead to a large-scale international conflict analogous to World War II or Cold War scenarios. The article draws ...
Trump’s Venezuelan Regime Change: Why Do People Keep Getting Him Wrong on Foreign Policy?
An analysis piece questioning why observers were surprised by President Trump's actions towards regime change in Venezuela, suggesting that many did not predict his involvement despite discussions and...
US strikes Venezuela, Trump claims President Maduro captured and flown out
The United States reportedly conducted a 'large-scale strike' on Venezuela overnight, according to an unverified report. President Donald Trump claimed that Nicolás Maduro has been captured and remove...
US interventions in Latin America: a history of coups and conflicts
The United States has a long history of military interventions and support for dictatorships in Latin America, extending from the Cold War era to recent times including alleged involvement with Venezu...
Trump Announces Capture of Maduro - Latin America's Barred Closet
President Donald Trump has allegedly announced the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro but this statement contradicts recent events and lacks credible sources or official confirmation....
Explosions Heard in Venezuela's Capital, Alarmed People Fleeing Streets
In Caracas, the capital of Venezuela, explosions have been heard, causing panic among residents who are evacuating the streets....
Infographic: Trump Claims Capture of Maduro, How Did US and Venezuela Reach This Point?
An infographic explores the series of events that have led to recent tensions between the United States and Venezuela under President Donald Trump's administration. It focuses on escalating rhetoric a...
Pentagon Refers Questions on Strikes Against Venezuela to White House
The Pentagon has declined to comment on reports of potential military strikes against Venezuela, directing all inquiries regarding the issue to the White House....
Venezuelan Government Accuses U.S. of Attacking Civilian and Military Installations
The government of Venezuela has made allegations against the United States, claiming that the U.S. is involved in attacking both civilian and military installations within Venezuelan territory....
Venezuela blames explosions on US military aggression
Venezuela has accused the United States of being behind recent mysterious explosions within its borders, suggesting that these incidents are part of a broader pattern of aggressive behavior by U.S. fo...
Venezuela Accuses US of Severe Military Aggression After Explosions in Caracas
The Venezuelan government has accused the United States of committing severe acts of military aggression following explosions that occurred in Caracas....
U.S. combat aircraft over Venezuelan capital amid explosions
Reports from Caracas indicate explosions occurring simultaneously with low-altitude flights of U.S. CH-47 Chinook helicopters. The nature and context of these events are unclear but suggest heightened...
Venezuela’s Maduro open to talks with US on drugs and oil, but silent on CIA strike
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro stated willingness for negotiations with the US on drug trafficking during a pre-recorded interview aired on Venezuelan state television. However, he did not addres...
Did Trump Just Confess to Attacking Venezuela?
The article questions whether recent statements by U.S. President Donald Trump indicate an admission of conducting attacks on Venezuela, suggesting that Trump's comments might imply involvement in mil...
Trump Confirms First US Ground Attack in Venezuela: Drug Factory Destroyed by Massive Explosion
US President Donald Trump has confirmed that ground forces were used for the first time in Venezuela during an operation to destroy a drug factory through a massive explosion....
Trump: US Struck 'A Hub' Where Drugs Were Being Loaded Onto Ships in Venezuela
US President Trump claimed that the United States struck 'a hub' in Venezuela where narcotics were being loaded onto ships for international distribution. This statement appears to be part of ongoing ...
Trump Suggests US Carried Out Ground Attack Against Cartels in Venezuela
President Donald Trump suggested during an interview that the United States possibly carried out ground attacks against drug cartels operating within Venezuela. No official confirmation from the U.S. ...
Trump Suggests US Carried Out First Land Attack Against Cartels in Venezuela
President Donald Trump made an unverified statement implying that the United States conducted its first land-based military operation against criminal cartels operating within Venezuela. The claim lac...
How oil, drugs and immigration fueled Trump's campaign against Venezuela
The article discusses how issues like oil trade disputes, drug trafficking concerns, and migration crises from Venezuela were leveraged by former President Donald Trump to criticize the Venezuelan gov...
Blocked: 17.5 million barrels of Venezuelan oil in Caribbean
The shipment of approximately 17.5 million barrels of Venezuelan crude oil has been blocked in the Caribbean due to economic sanctions and international disputes over payment mechanisms, affecting Ven...
In the Caribbean, Trump and Hegseth are Waging the Wrong War
A commentary piece criticizes both former President Donald Trump and his national security adviser Peter Navarro for their approach in addressing conflicts within the Caribbean region. The article sug...
Gold Prices Fall Due to Profit-taking Despite Escalating US-Venezuela Tensions
Gold prices are experiencing a downward trend due to profit-taking activities, despite continued geopolitical tensions between the United States and Venezuela....
US Pursues Third Oil Tanker Near Venezuela
The United States is currently pursuing its third oil tanker near Venezuelan waters as part of ongoing maritime security operations and economic sanctions enforcement against the country....
Trump doesn't rule out war with Venezuela
U.S. President Donald Trump indicated potential military action against Venezuela, as Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's representative Marco Rubio declared intentions to implement an oil blockade on th...
Rubio fields questions on Russia-Ukraine, Gaza and Venezuela at wide-ranging news conference
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio conducted a comprehensive press conference addressing various international issues including the situation in Ukraine regarding Russian aggression, conflicts in Gaza involving...
Venezuela’s Foreign Relations Under Maduro and After
In 2019, Imdat Oner and Lana Shehadeh argued that Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro sought alliances with authoritarian nations due to his isolation from the U.S. and much of Latin America. Six yea...
Trump’s Venezuela oil revival plan is a $100 billion gamble
Under President Trump's recent initiative, there is an attempt to revive oil production in Venezuela which has drastically decreased during the 12-year tenure of President Nicolás Maduro. The plan inv...
China condemns U.S. use of force against Venezuela
China expressed strong condemnation towards the U.S.'s use of force against Venezuela and its actions targeting the country's president. The statement emphasized China's shock at such a blatant act....
Lessons learned from the US raid on Venezuela
Mark Cancian from CSIS discusses insights and implications of Operation Absolute Resolve, focusing on the raid conducted by the United States in Venezuela and what it signifies for future defense stra...
Orbán Vows No Ukraine Support, Praises Trump’s Venezuela Intervention in Fiery 2026 Address
In what could be seen as an attempt to distract from internal issues such as economic stagnation and rising living costs, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán used a speech in 2026 to discuss interna...
Suspicious bets on Maduro’s removal raise eyebrows as user nets over US$400,000
A new Polymarket user has drawn attention for winning over $400,000 through speculative bets predicting the seizure of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by the United States. The gambler placed near...
Trump’s audacious imperialism will only propel China’s rise
The article criticizes U.S. President Donald Trump's actions in Venezuela as an example of American imperialism driven by control over oil reserves. It implies that such aggressive tactics will boost ...
Marco Rubio Explains US Operation Against Venezuela as 'Law Enforcement'
Senator Marco Rubio of Florida has characterized an unspecified US operation against Venezuela as a law enforcement action rather than military intervention. The nature and specifics of the operation ...
Plane used in boat strike painted like civilian aircraft: Report
According to an Associated Press report, the U.S. military aircraft involved in last year's strike against a suspected drug boat near Venezuela was painted to resemble a civilian plane....
← Previous 1 ... 8 9 10 11 12 ... 19 Next →