Nicolás Maduro’s refusal to end drug trafficking is not something the American president can ignore. But will he strike?

Opposition hopes high that US naval build-up against drug cartels could signal overthrow of Maduro

Nicolás Maduro’s refusal to end drug trafficking is not something the American president can ignore. But will he strike?

The U.S. government this week is set to boost its maritime force in the waters off Venezuela to combat threats from Latin American drug cartels.