Trinidad and Tobago Sides With U.S. in Battle Against Venezuela, Military Tool Suggests

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 6 min read 100% complete by Frances RoblesDecember 17, 2025 at 01:21 AM

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In late November 2025, the U.S. Marines installed a G/ATOR radar system in Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago, sparking controversy. The U.S. claims the radar is for combating drug trafficking, but its capabilities suggest a broader purpose. Trinidad and Tobago's government has allowed the U.S. military to use its airports, leading to accusations from Venezuela that Trinidad is aiding the U.S. in seizing Venezuelan oil tankers. Venezuela's interior minister criticized Trinidad's leader for a "hostile agenda" and installing U.S. military radars. The Prime Minister of Trinidad stated the radar enhances surveillance capabilities, but the specific benefits to Trinidad and Tobago for hosting the radar remain unclear.

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