Donald Trump has framed American military deployment in area as anti-narcotics operation but many say regime change may be his ultimate goal
Donald Trump has framed American military deployment in area as anti-narcotics operation but many say regime change may be his ultimate goal
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Venezuelan president reacts to US deployment of warships in region by moving troops along coast and urging citizens to enlist
Opposition hopes high that US naval build-up against drug cartels could signal overthrow of Maduro
Authoritarian leader calls for US to make peace amid military buildup and strikes against alleged drug smuggling boats
President Trump says he wants to tackle the drugs trade but many believe he is trying to dislodge President Nicolas Maduro.
The US president sent mixed signals over his plans for Venezuela as his military build-up in the Caribbean continues.
The US has deployed military forces to the Caribbean in an operation said to target Latin American drug cartels.
