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What is Known About US Attacks on Venezuela - December 29, 2025
The article outlines the key information available regarding reported military actions by the United States against Venezuela on December 29, 2025. The content includes sources and evidence of such at...
Trump mentions possible first land attack on Venezuela
US President Donald Trump reportedly mentioned considering military options including a ground operation within Venezuela during a meeting with advisors. This marks an escalation over previous rhetori...
Trump Threatens Maduro: If You Build Up Your Fortifications, It Will Be The Last Time
President Donald Trump has issued an unspecified threat towards Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, warning that if Maduro continues fortifying his stronghold in Venezuela, it will be 'the last time'...
Trump In Multiple Global Flashpoints: Ukraine, Nigeria, Venezuela
President Donald Trump finds himself involved in several significant international crises including political turmoil and accusations of corruption in Ukraine, oil price disputes with Nigeria over US ...
US Seizes Second Oil Tanker Off The Coast of Venezuela
The United States has seized a second oil tanker off Venezuela's coast, escalating tensions with President Nicolas Maduro's regime. This action follows last week’s similar seizure and signals US Presi...
Trump orders blockade of ‘sanctioned oil tankers’ into Venezuela
President Trump has ordered the U.S. military to enforce a blockade on oil tankers bound for Venezuela that are subject to sanctions, following an earlier seizure of one such tanker off Venezuela's co...
The U.S. Air Force’s F-22 Raptor Fighter Made Venezuela Pay
On January 3, 2025, U.S. forces conducted 'Operation Absolute Resolve,' deploying over 150 aircraft including elite stealth fighters like the F-22 Raptors to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Madur...
Analysis: Arrest of Maduro Produces Chilling Effect on Zhongnanhai
The arrest operation against Nicolas Maduro could set a precedent and create a chilling effect for other regimes around the world, particularly concerning China's internal governance....
Cuba says 32 Cuban officers were killed in US operation in Venezuela
The government of Cuba has confirmed that 32 Cuban military personnel died as part of the recent US-led military intervention which resulted in the ousting of Venezuela's leader....
Trump says the US will govern Venezuela
President Donald Trump stated that the U.S. would take over governance of Venezuela if necessary to address its crisis, emphasizing potential military action without ruling out diplomacy....
How the US captured Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro
President Donald Trump revealed that U.S. personnel were slightly injured and a helicopter sustained significant damage during a hypothetical operation involving Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. T...
Venezuela Attacked by USA Update
According to 'Observatorul Prahovean', an updated report claims that Venezuela has been attacked by the United States....
Plane used in boat strike painted like civilian aircraft: Report
According to an Associated Press report, the U.S. military aircraft used in the operation to strike what was believed to be a drug boat off Venezuela's coast last year had been painted to resemble a c...
US decapitation doctrine signals end of Westphalian order
The article discusses how the concept of Westphalian sovereignty, which has been the cornerstone of international relations for nearly four centuries, is being challenged and potentially dismantled by...
Russian Missiles Failed in Venezuela During U.S. Attack
According to reports from The New York Times, during recent U.S. military drills off the coast of Venezuela, Russian-made missiles stationed in Venezuela reportedly failed to function correctly. This ...
Cuba’s Diaz says ‘no conversations’ with US after Trump threats amid Venezuela tensions
Cuban leader Miguel Diaz-Canel stated there are no conversations between Cuba and the United States except for technical contacts regarding migration. This came after U.S. President Donald Trump said ...
Trump Discusses Iran, Venezuela, Greenland and Ukraine
President Trump reportedly discussed several international issues including tensions with Iran, the situation in Venezuela, potential geopolitical interests in Greenland, and developments involving Uk...
Head Exploded from Inside: White House Released Evidence of Secret Weapon Used During Maduro's Capture
According to recent reports, evidence has emerged that implicates the use of some form of secret weapon during an alleged attempt to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. The U.S. government cl...
With Venezuela raid, U.S. tells China to keep away from the Americas
The United States' actions in Venezuela are interpreted as a signal to China to limit its influence in Latin America. U.S. leaders view China's expanding presence — including satellite facilities and ...
Understanding America's Attack on Venezuela - Oil Against Stopping Attacks: 30 to 50 Million Barrels, Pre-Payment Ransom to Trump Mafia
The article discusses a perceived US attack strategy against Venezuela's oil sector aimed at stopping attacks by proposing economic incentives or sanctions involving up to 50 million barrels of oil as...
Venezuelan Battleground: U.S. Regime Change vs. Chinese Economic Cooperation
The article discusses the geopolitical struggle in Venezuela where the United States and China are competing for influence. The U.S. aims to effect regime change, whereas China seeks to enhance its ec...
Cuba defiant after Trump threat to cut off ‘oil and money’ lifeline
US President Donald Trump declared that no more Venezuelan oil or financial aid would be directed towards Cuba, suggesting the island nation find an accommodation with Washington. The statement follow...
We Suddenly Started Bleeding: The Weapon That Marked Nicolas Maduro's Capture
The article discusses the alleged use of an unspecified weapon that caused injuries leading to the attempted capture or arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Details and context about the inc...
Trump Tells Cuba to ‘Make a Deal, Before It Is Too Late’
U.S. President Trump has urged Cuba to make concessions before the situation worsens for the regime. This follows recent U.S. military action in Venezuela targeting Cuban ally, President Nicolas Madur...
Is Cuba Next?
After the hypothetical U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, analysts speculate about Cuba's future stability amidst economic pressures from potential loss of Venezuelan oil and financi...
How Trump's Capture of Maduro Can Be Traced Back to Marco Rubio's Boyhood Front Porch
This article posits a link between former US President Donald Trump's strategic move against Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro and the political career origins of influential senator Marco Rubio, w...
Donald Trump states that Venezuela must immediately agree to a deal with the US
US President Donald Trump has made an ultimatum to Venezuela, demanding that they agree to negotiate terms established by the United States without delay....
How Trump’s raid on Caracas deepens US-China strategic tensions
The article discusses a purported raid where Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores were captured by the United States under orders from former President Donald Trump in an oper...
Colombia launches major counter-drone program after U.S. hits Venezuela
On January 10th, Colombia's Ministry of Defense announced the commencement of a COP 6.2 trillion ($1.6 billion) National Anti-Drone Shield program in direct response to recent U.S. military strikes ag...
US Will Intercept All Shadow Fleet Vessels Transporting Venezuelan Oil - Pentagon Spokesman
A spokesperson for the US Department of Defense has stated that all vessels associated with the 'shadow fleet' transporting oil from Venezuela will be intercepted by American forces. This indicates a ...
Trump’s Venezuela and Greenland threats make Canada fear it’s next
Canadian citizens are growing increasingly concerned about President Donald Trump's intentions towards their country following his recent threats against Venezuela and interest in Greenland, indicatin...
Shadow Fleet - Pentagon Vows to Intercept All Venezuelan Oil Tankers
The Pentagon has announced plans to intercept all oil tankers carrying Venezuelan crude oil as part of efforts to counteract what is described as a 'shadow fleet' used by Venezuela for evading sanctio...
Pentagon Vows to Interdict Venezuelan Oil Tanker from Shadow Fleet Anywhere
The Pentagon has declared its intent to intercept any tanker carrying Venezuelan oil as part of a shadow fleet operation, regardless of location. This shows increased American military involvement in ...
Beijing’s long game in a post-Maduro Venezuela
The article discusses China's strategic approach towards Venezuela following the alleged capture of Nicolás Maduro by US forces during the Trump administration. It outlines how Beijing frames this eve...
US Seizes Olina Tanker amid Escalating Clampdown on Venezuelan Oil Exports
The United States has detained a tanker named 'Olina' suspected of involvement with illicit oil shipments from Venezuela, marking an intensified effort against such activities....
CIA-affiliated plane spotted at Caracas airport
A CIA-linked LM-100J Super Hercules aircraft operated by Pallas Aviation was observed landing and departing from Caracas airport on January 10. The plane, under callsign WDE08 with tail number N96MG, ...
Trump Says Seizure of Oil Tanker Coordinated with Venezuelan Government
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the seizure of an oil tanker was carried out in coordination with the Venezuelan government. The statement came during a press briefing at which Trump defended ...
U.S. says it seized another tanker that tried to break Venezuela blockade
The United States has reported deploying significant naval forces in the Caribbean region with operations aimed at interdicting what they claim are drug-running vessels and intercepting tankers violat...
Venezuela crisis’s impact on the Korean Peninsula peace process
A US military operation resulting in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has led to global repercussions, notably intensifying tensions between the United States and China, and disrupti...
US Forces Intercept Another Tanker in the Caribbean
United States military forces have intercepted another oil tanker in the waters of the Caribbean Sea as part of heightened surveillance and enforcement operations aimed at curbing illicit activities s...
Trump says he will carry out ground attacks on cartels in Venezuela
President Trump made statements indicating intentions to conduct ground military operations against criminal organizations within Venezuela. The nature and extent of such operations were not specified...
The power of Trump
US President Donald Trump has resolved the Venezuelan crisis by capturing President Nicolas Maduro, giving him more leverage before his April summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. This move addresses...
US Chinook Helicopter Pilot Reports Being Fired Upon by Maduro Guards During Raid
A US military pilot of a Chinook helicopter involved in an operation in Venezuela has reported being fired upon by security forces loyal to President Nicolás Maduro during a raid intended to take down...
US Military Forces Intercept Fifth Oil Tanker in New Action Against Illicit Petrol Transport from Venezuela
The United States military has intercepted a fifth oil tanker as part of an ongoing operation targeting illegal petrol transportation activities originating from Venezuela....
Frontline report: Russia’s elite force in Venezuela vanished without a fight
Russian military personnel deployed to support Venezuelan President Maduro reportedly left their positions without engaging in conflict, as Cuban forces took the brunt of fighting and suffered casualt...
ISW: Owner of US-detained Bella‑1 oil tanker affiliated with Russian efforts to evade Venezuela oil sanctions
The United States has detained an oil tanker named Bella-1 that was allegedly involved in evading sanctions on Venezuela's oil exports under the auspices of a company with links to Russia. This develo...
How Project Maven Conducted an Operation in Venezuela and Will Greenland Be Next?
Project Maven's involvement in operations against Venezuela has been detailed, raising questions about future operations, particularly concerning Greenland. The situation underscores strategic militar...
How Project Maven Operated in Venezuela and Could Greenland Be Next?
The article discusses Project Maven's operations in Venezuela and speculates on potential future activities in Greenland. It focuses on the U.S.'s use of advanced technology to gather intelligence dur...
Maduro seizure: implications for US allies and China
The capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by the United States raises significant concerns for both the U.S. allies and international relations involving China....
Whose world is it now? Trump, power and Europe
The article discusses how Europe's geopolitical concerns were abruptly reignited following U.S.-led actions against Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro, marking a shift from post-holiday complacency ...
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