Venezuela

Venezuela is currently at the center of escalating geopolitical tension due to a significant US military build-up in the Caribbean region under the guise of combating drug trafficking. President Nicolás Maduro has accused the United States, led by President Donald Trump, of attempting to fabricate war as part of an alleged regime change strategy. Recent developments include the deployment of the USS Gerald R Ford aircraft carrier and other naval assets, which have heightened fears of conflict among regional actors. The build-up follows months of increased US military presence in the Caribbean, including the reopening of bases in Puerto Rico and extensive drills. This situation underscores the ongoing geopolitical competition and tensions between Venezuela and the United States.