The US has initiated a large-scale military operation in Venezuela, targeting various civilian and military sites, prompting President Nicolás Maduro to declare a national emergency. This escalation follows a four-month US pressure campaign against Venezuela, including previous strikes on alleged drug trafficking boats linked to gangs. Critics, including UN officials, have raised concerns over the legality of these actions, labeling them as extrajudicial killings. The US aims to undermine Maduro’s regime, citing concerns over drug trafficking and terrorism linked to Venezuelan gangs.
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