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In a move that has heightened tensions, Venezuela is taking steps to counter the United States. President Donald Trump, citing drug control as a reason, has put Venezuela under scrutiny. This has led to the deployment of three warships by the US near Venezuelan borders, escalating the situation. The Venezuelan government, under Nicolas Maduro, has formulated a three-pronged plan to address the US actions.
Understanding the Three-Part Strategy:
1. **International Alliances:** Venezuela is seeking support from countries known for their opposition to the US. China has been approached, and it has issued statements supporting Venezuela’s sovereignty. Venezuela’s Foreign Minister has also held talks with Iran’s Foreign Minister, with both countries agreeing to jointly resist US pressure. Efforts are being made to garner support from countries like Brazil and Russia, which have also been critical of the US.
2. **Military Buildup:** Venezuela has decided to deploy 15,000 troops along its border with Colombia, where the US has stationed 4,000 Marines and three ships. Reports suggest that Russia will supply Venezuela with Iranian Shahed drones, which could be used to attack US ships.
3. **Rhetorical Stance:** President Nicolas Maduro has criticized the US, stating that America’s global influence is waning, and Venezuela is being targeted to address this. Venezuela has announced plans to activate its militias, which are considered dangerous groups, often linked to drug cartels.
Origin of the Tension:
The tension began when the US put a $50 million bounty on Nicolas Maduro in August 2025, alleging that Venezuela is a transit point for drugs headed to America. White House spokesperson Carolina Laviet stated that Maduro is a leader of a drug cartel. This reward is more than the rewards offered for prominent terrorists like Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi and Osama bin Laden. Furthermore, a report in The Daily Mail claimed that Iranian terrorists had entered the US through Venezuela, which the US views as a significant threat. This has led the US administration to take actions against Venezuela, while Venezuela claims that it is being defamed by the US.
