Maduro Puts on Military Display as US Warships Approach Venezuela
Venezuela is responding to the Trump administration’s deployment of three Navy destroyers near its waters this month, with reports of a nuclear-powered fast attack submarine also en route. In retaliation, Venezuela’s defense minister has ordered increased drone surveillance and naval patrols along the coastline, along with a significant mobilization of troops and warships within Venezuelan territorial waters. President Nicolás Maduro is also making a bold statement, declaring readiness to defend against any imperialist threats.
The US claims the deployment is aimed at combating drug trafficking, but Caracas is concerned it could be a pretext for regime change in a country rich in oil resources. Maduro has denied allegations of leading a drug trafficking network and has rejected accusations of weaponizing migration. Tensions have escalated as American warships head towards Caribbean waters off Venezuela.
Maduro has bolstered security in border states, positioning thousands of police and military officers to address potential threats. Despite the escalating tensions, Maduro remains confident in Venezuela’s ability to defend its peace, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.