The relations between Venezuela and the United States are at a point of maximum tension and confrontation currently, with a significant increase in military activity and mutual accusations.
​Here is a summary of how the situation is evolving:
​🚢 Increase in Military Tension and Accusations
​Military deployment of the U.S.: A large deployment of armed forces and U.S. warships has been reported near Venezuelan coasts in the Caribbean Sea.
​Response from Venezuela: The government of Nicolás Maduro has ordered military exercises, including the deployment of "military and paramilitary" assets on national territory, and has warned that anyone attempting to enter will be "annihilated".
​Cross accusations:
​The U.S. accuses high-ranking Venezuelan officials of being linked to drug trafficking (Cartel of the Suns), which it has designated as a foreign terrorist organization (FTO), and uses military deployment for the fight against drug trafficking. Additionally, it has offered multimillion-dollar rewards for the capture of Nicolás Maduro.🇺🇸 🇻🇪