Trump Considers US Strikes on Venezuelan Drug Operations

President Donald Trump is reportedly considering US military strikes against alleged ‘cocaine facilities’ and other drug-trafficking targets within Venezuela, according to CNN. The administration is currently exploring various options, with a focus on countering drug networks. While Trump has not ruled out diplomatic engagement with President Nicolas Maduro, some officials suggest that such operations could increase pressure for regime change. Recent actions include strikes on suspected drug-running boats, leaving dozens dead, and the deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier to the Caribbean to support the anti-drug campaign. Maduro denies any link to drug trafficking, accusing the US of seeking ‘a, new eternal war.’ The potential for military strikes highlights the complex relationship between the United States and Venezuela, with accusations of drug trafficking and regime change at the forefront. As the situation unfolds, both nations will continue to navigate their political and economic tensions, with significant implications for regional stability and international relations.