The United States is reportedly contemplating military action against cartel-linked targets within Venezuela, as revealed by multiple sources to the Wall Street Journal on Thursday.
This potential military intervention is said to focus on Venezuelan military airports and seaports implicated in the illegal drug trade. Such actions would also serve as a stern message to dictator Nicols Maduro, urging him to relinquish power, according to insiders familiar with the situation.
As reported by the Daily Caller, these military strikes could be imminent, possibly occurring within days or even hours, according to sources who spoke with the Miami Herald on Friday. President Donald Trump has intensified his pressure campaign against the Venezuelan leader, adopting a more assertive military stance compared to his initial term in office.
The deployment of the USS Gerald Ford carrier strike group to the Caribbean Sea on October 24 further underscores the U.S. military's formidable presence near Venezuelan waters. This move follows the Trump administration's August decision to classify Latin American cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations, prompting the deployment of naval forces to the southern Caribbean.
Despite these developments, the White House has dismissed the claims made by anonymous sources, stating to the Daily Caller News Foundation that these individuals "dont know what theyre talking about," and emphasizing that "any announcements regarding Venezuela policy would come directly from the President." The Pentagon, when approached for comment, redirected inquiries to the White House.
The strategic positioning of U.S. naval assets, including the USS Sampson's docking at the Amador International Cruise Terminal in Panama City on September 2, 2025, highlights the administration's commitment to countering threats posed by foreign entities. As the situation unfolds, the world watches closely to see how these geopolitical tensions will be navigated.
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