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Trump's Controversial Military Strikes Against Venezuela: Blurring Lines Between Drug War and Counterterrorism
Oct 17, 2025 05:13 pm CST
President Trump's administration has adopted counterterrorism legal frameworks to justify military strikes against Venezuelan vessels, resulting in at least 27 casualties. This controversial approach raises significant questions about international law, congressional oversight, and the expansion of presidential war powers. While the White House claims these operations target drug trafficking networks linked to Maduro's regime, critics argue these actions stretch constitutional boundaries and lack proper evidence, potentially damaging US-Latin American relations.
Trump's Escalating Conflict with Venezuela: Potential Military Action Against Maduro Regime
Oct 08, 2025 04:20 am CST
President Trump has declared an "armed conflict" with drug cartels, potentially setting the stage for increased military action against Venezuela's Maduro government. With US naval strikes already claiming lives, deployment of F-35 warplanes to Puerto Rico, and reports of possible CIA involvement, analysts suggest a 50-50 chance of direct action against Maduro before year's end despite growing congressional opposition.
US Military Deployment in Caribbean Escalates Tensions as Venezuela Prepares for Possible Invasion
Sep 27, 2025 02:11 pm CST
Venezuela mobilizes for potential conflict as US deploys warships and a nuclear submarine to the Caribbean, conducting strikes on alleged drug vessels. President Maduro prepares emergency powers and nationwide drills while UN experts condemn US actions as "extrajudicial executions." International tensions rise amid reports of planned strikes within Venezuelan territory.