Trump Authorizes CIA Covert Operations in Venezuela Amid Drug Crisis | AI News Digest
Analysts report that President Donald Trump has approved covert CIA missions in Venezuela, driven by concerns over drug trafficking and the release of prisoners into the U.S. This move comes on the heels of recent American military operations targeting suspected drug smuggling vessels in the Caribbean, which have led to several strikes and casualties. Trump suggested that the administration is also weighing options for ground operations in Venezuela, though he did not specify if these would be aimed at President Nicolás Maduro. In reaction, the Venezuelan government condemned Trump’s remarks as a breach of international law and a threat to national stability. Additionally, the announcement has sparked backlash from U.S. lawmakers, who contend that any military action of this nature should receive congressional approval.
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