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Trump says US took out a ‘big facility’ in Venezuela
President Trump announced that the U.S. took action on Christmas Eve against a significant target in Venezuela but did not specify whether the military was involved....
Extended Deployment of US Aircraft Carriers in the Caribbean and Venezuela: How Much Does It Cost?
The United States has extended the deployment of its aircraft carriers in the Caribbean Sea and near Venezuelan waters. The article discusses the costs associated with such prolonged military operatio...
Miguel Diaz-Canel Hides Not His Nervousness Over US Military Deployment Near Venezuela: There Is A Dangerous Imperial, Hegemonic And Criminal Purpose
Venezuelan President Miguel Díaz-Canel has expressed his anxiety and concern over recent military activities by the United States near Venezuela's borders. He claims that the U.S.'s actions have an 'i...
Ukraine, Nigeria, Venezuela: Trump in Multiple Global Flashpoints
President Donald Trump has become involved in several international crises including Ukraine's political conflict with Russia, the fight against Boko Haram in Nigeria, and economic sanctions against V...
China, Russia clash with US at UN meeting over Venezuela oil seizures and naval pressure
At an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council, China criticized the US for alleged violations of international law through the seizure of Venezuelan oil tankers under counter-narcotic...
Venezuela, Cuba, and the New Western Hemisphere Strategy
The United States' new National Security Strategy emphasizes maintaining preeminence in the Americas while avoiding military competition with China and European conflicts. The strategy includes increa...
Venezuela Blockade: Can the U.S. Navy Power Break Maduro’s Grip?
The Trump administration is increasing pressure on Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro by deploying a naval strategy that includes an oil-tanker blockade and sends a carrier strike group to the region. Experts...
Rubio fields questions on Russia-Ukraine, Gaza and Venezuela at wide-ranging news conference
Senator Marco Rubio gave an extensive press briefing addressing various international crises including escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine, the situation in Gaza, and issues concerning Vene...
Rubio to Address Questions on Russia-Ukraine Conflict, Gaza, and Venezuela
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio will hold a press conference to address questions regarding the ongoing conflicts and tensions in Russia-Ukraine, Gaza, and the political situation in Venezuela....
Trump signs defense bill requiring Pentagon to release drone strike footage off Venezuela
President Trump has signed into law a defense bill containing provisions that compel the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) to disclose any footage from unmanned aer...
U.S. Uses Drug Cartel Operation as Cover for Regime Change in Venezuela - Russian Ambassador
According to the Russian ambassador, the U.S. operations purportedly aimed at combating drug cartels in Venezuela serve as a disguise for efforts seeking regime change in the country....
Trump Signs Defense Bill Requiring Pentagon to Release Images of Strikes Off Venezuela
President Trump has signed into law a defense bill that includes provisions compelling the Department of Defense (DoD) to release footage or images from any military strikes conducted off the coast of...
Venezuela Relying On 20 Aging Planes After U.S. Restricts Airspace
The Venezuelan air force has been left with only around two dozen obsolete aircraft after the United States imposed severe airspace restrictions on Venezuela, significantly limiting the nation's milit...
2 supertankers sailing to pick up Venezuelan oil for China make U-turn, ship data shows
According to LSE Group shipping data, two China-flagged supertankers en route to Venezuela to acquire crude oil have U-turned back towards Asia. This comes after US President Donald Trump announced a ...
Russian S-300 Missile System In Venezuela Not Operational - Why And Is Russia To Blame?
The article discusses concerns over whether the Russian-supplied S-300 missile defense systems in Venezuela are fully operational or not. It explores potential technical issues, logistical challenges,...
Trump's Imperial Appetites: Could Greenland Be Next After Venezuela?
The article explores speculative theories regarding President Trump’s interest and potential geopolitical ambitions involving Greenland, drawing parallels with his recent engagements around Venezuela....
Venezuelans in U.S. Are Torn Between Joy and Worry After Ousting of Nicolás Maduro
Venezuelan immigrants in the United States are experiencing mixed emotions following the departure of President Nicolás Maduro from power. Many feel a sense of joy at the prospect of political change,...
Maduro raid will make China think twice about Taiwan
The article discusses an imagined scenario where if the United States had undergone something akin to President Maduro's situation in Venezuela, it could impact how China views and possibly approaches...
Kelly McParland: Canada Shouldn't Panic Over Venezuelan Oil
Columnist Kelly McParland argues that Canada should not overly worry about Venezuela's unstable oil situation impacting its own energy supply or economy. He suggests that alternatives and a diverse ma...
Venezuela Denies Security Alert Issued by USA for Its Territory
The government of Venezuela has refuted an alert regarding national security issued recently by the United States concerning Venezuelan territory....
Will the US Continue to Detain Oil Tankers from Venezuela's Shadow Fleet?
The article discusses the ongoing situation regarding the United States detaining tankers laden with crude oil that are part of Venezuela’s shadow fleet. The focus is on whether the U.S. will continue...
Republican hawks in US want faster timeline for elections in Venezuela
United States administration officials are maintaining that Venezuela requires stabilization prior to holding elections. In contrast, some US Republicans advocate for a quicker timeline towards presid...
Eight Military Takeaways from the Maduro Raid
The article analyzes key military takeaways and implications following a raid related to Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro....
Trump pitches Venezuela oil to U.S. majors — and hits skepticism
President Trump attempted to encourage U.S. major oil companies to invest in Venezuela's vast oil reserves despite experts' warnings. Concerns were raised regarding the outdated infrastructure and pol...
While the US military grabbed Maduro, where was Venezuela’s air force?
Experts discuss the operational surprise by the U.S. military as they intercepted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. They also address longstanding issues with Venezuela’s aircraft fleet and personn...
Trump says Venezuela does not give China a Taiwan precedent, but ‘it’s up to’ Xi
U.S. President Donald Trump clarified that any change in the status quo regarding China and Taiwan would make him 'very unhappy.' He stressed that a potential shift in Venezuela's governance does not ...
Pizza Index and Capture of Nicolas Maduro: The Theory Predicting US Military Actions
The article outlines the 'Pizza Index' theory which predicts potential United States military interventions based on operational cost considerations. It suggests that the decision to capture or remove...
Republicans Say 'Regime Change' Not The Plan In Venezuela
Republican US lawmakers are clarifying that while they support opposition leader Juan Guaido's claim as president of Venezuela, their goal is not a regime change but rather to restore democracy and th...
The D Brief: Post-Maduro moves; Europe unites over Greenland; Marines’ ‘hidden crisis’; Jan. 6, remembered; And a bit more.
This report compiles recent geopolitical developments including potential political shifts in Venezuela post-Maduro, European countries' unity regarding Greenland's governance and natural resources, t...
Progress for Ukraine Talks in Paris Uncertain With US Focus on Venezuela and Greenland Tension
The prospects for successful negotiations regarding Ukraine in Paris are uncertain due to the shifting focus of major players like the United States towards other issues such as tensions with Venezuel...
Billionaire Trump megadonor set to make killing on Venezuela oil
Paul Singer, one of President Donald Trump’s major donors and supporter for regime change in Venezuela, stands to gain financially after the controversial capture of Venezuela’s president Nicolas Madu...
Uncertain Progress in Ukrainian Talks in Paris as US Focus Shifts to Venezuela
The progress of discussions for Ukraine in Paris is facing uncertainty due to changing priorities within the U.S., which now has a greater focus on the situation in Venezuela....
Uncertain Progress in Ukraine Talks in Paris as US Focus Shifts to Venezuela
The talks concerning Ukraine's situation have faced uncertainties in Paris, with shifting diplomatic priorities particularly from the United States which is now focusing more on issues related to Vene...
Uncertainty over Progress in Ukraine Talks as US Focus Shifts to Venezuela
The situation regarding negotiations for the peace process in Ukraine remains uncertain following discussions in Paris. There are indications that the United States is shifting its focus towards issue...
Behind the Venezuela crisis, a US-China tussle over critical minerals
The crisis in Venezuela includes a struggle for control over critical minerals beyond just oil reserves. Both China and the U.S., alongside other resource-hungry nations, are involved in securing acce...
Uncertain Progress at Ukraine Talks in Paris Amid Shift in US Focus to Venezuela
The article discusses the uncertain progress of talks in Paris regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. It mentions that discussions are complicated by a shifting focus from the United States toward...
This Is What The Night Stalkers’ MH-60M Direct Action Penetrator Brought To The Venezuelan Op
The specialized attack version of the special operations MH-60 helicopter was a key asset in Operation Absolute Resolve, conducted against Venezuela....
Videos suggest stealthy Air Force drone flew recon for Maduro capture
Videos believed to depict an RQ-170 Sentinel drone have surfaced, allegedly showing the aircraft performing reconnaissance operations in Puerto Rico related to the attempt to capture Venezuelan Presid...
The US capture of Maduro puts Russia’s weakness on display
The Atlantic Council discusses how Russia's lack of an aggressive response to the ousting of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro indicates limited Russian capabilities and diplomatic constraints....
US Has No Troops in Venezuela, Defense Department Says
The United States Defense Department has clarified that no American troops are currently stationed in Venezuela, countering recent reports and speculations....
With central role for Qatar, can Gulf states mediate between US and Venezuela?
Venezuela has seen an improvement in ties with Gulf states under President Maduro's leadership, causing some regional players to express concern regarding the possibility of a U.S.-led operation again...
Markets React to US Action in Venezuela
Financial markets are responding to recent actions taken by the United States concerning Venezuela. These reactions likely reflect investors' concerns about geopolitical tensions and economic impacts....
Germany: Has Questions about Removal of Maduro. Greenland Defense Could Be Discussed in NATO
Germany expresses concerns over actions regarding the removal of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and suggests that discussions on Greenland's defense could be addressed within the NATO framework....
US ‘decapitation’ strike on Venezuela sparks PLA copycat fears in Taiwan
The U.S. operation targeting Venezuelan leaders has increased worries in Taiwan that China might aim similar strikes at them. Despite official reassurances from Taiwan, the People's Liberation Army (P...
China says it is still ‘committed’ to ties with Venezuela and energy cooperation
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian stated on Monday that China remains committed to its energy partnership with Venezuela and maintains that the cooperation between both countries is safeguar...
Gray interviewed on Bloomberg about Trump’s Venezuela policy
Alexander B. Gray, a nonresident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council's GeoStrategy Initiative, discussed on Bloomberg TV how the Trump administration considers Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro as a ...
Trump warns acting Venezuelan leader will ‘pay a big price’ if she doesn’t cooperate
U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez will face consequences if she does not cooperate with U.S. demands regarding the country's political situation, ...
China is likely to thread the needle after US attack on Venezuela
Chinese analysts suggest that China will adopt a patient and strategic approach following recent actions by the United States regarding Venezuela's leadership. The U.S. forces conducted an operation a...
Hundreds protest across Europe against Trump's decision to attack Venezuela
Demonstrations have occurred across European cities with people opposing US President Donald Trump’s stance and potential military intervention in Venezuela....
US Attack on Venezuela Gives Green Light to Russia and China
The article discusses the hypothetical scenario of a US military intervention in Venezuela and how such an event could embolden or allow greater influence for Russia and China in Latin America. It sug...
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