Washington discusses measures against the Maduro regime: what to expect in the coming days
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The Trump administration is considering a new phase of operations against the regime of Nicolas Maduro in Venezuela, which could include covert operations and begin in the coming days, according to US officials.
This is reported by Reuters .
US officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the United States is considering several scenarios for further action on Venezuela. They said the scope and exact timing of potential operations have not yet been determined, and the final decision rests with the US President.
Journalists noted that domestic activity in Washington has intensified after the deployment of American forces in the Caribbean region. This occurred against the backdrop of a new aggravation of relations with the Venezuelan capital and growing tensions around the regime of Nicolas Maduro.
Two officials said covert operations could be the first, but they did not provide specific details. The Pentagon referred questions to the White House, and officials at the Central Intelligence Agency declined to comment.
The report also mentions that there is a Russian contingent of over 120 military personnel in Venezuela. According to journalists, it is led by Russian General Budanov.
“President Trump is prepared to use all elements of American power to stop the flow of drugs into our country and bring those responsible to justice,” a US administration official said.
Among the options being considered are steps that could be aimed directly at removing Maduro. The Venezuelan leader, in power since 2013, has said Washington is seeking to overthrow him and that the country “will resist any such attempt.”
Recall that the administration of US President Donald Trump has identified military facilities in Venezuela that, according to it, are used for drug smuggling, and is considering options for air strikes on them .
Earlier, United States President Donald Trump announced his intention to launch a ground operation by the American military in Venezuela . The main goal is to combat drug trafficking.
As is known, the United States has significantly increased its naval presence in the Caribbean , deploying the USS Iwo Jima and USS Gravely in close proximity to the coast of Venezuela.
By the way, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is considering resigning in exchange for personal safety and guarantees of immunity from the United States.
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