Caribbean military operations
Panama Firmly Denies US Military Presence on Its Territory Targets Venezuela Amid Regional Tensions
Nov 14, 2025 03:27 am CST
Panama's President Jose Raul Mulino has categorically rejected claims that US military exercises in the country are directed against Venezuela, emphasizing Panama's sovereignty while addressing concerns about a controversial security agreement that allows American forces to use Panamanian facilities for training purposes amid regional tensions and statements from former US President Trump regarding the Panama Canal.
UN Experts Condemn US Covert Actions as Violations of Venezuelan Sovereignty and International Law
Oct 22, 2025 04:47 am CST
United Nations rights experts have condemned US military operations in the Caribbean targeting Venezuelan vessels, stating these actions violate Venezuela's sovereignty and international law. The experts highlight that Washington has provided no evidence that the 27 people killed were drug smugglers, and argue that such operations constitute dangerous escalation with grave implications for regional peace and security.