Move interpreted as escalation of US policy as Vladimir Putin ‘reaffirms’ support for South American dictator

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Trump also said Colombia’s president ‘will be next’ as he announced major escalation in US pressure on Nicolás Maduro

Maduro continues to call for dialogue but has warned he will stand against the ‘aggressions of imperialism’ if needed

We look at what is behind the deployment of a large US military force to within striking distance of Venezuela.

The United States had 13 combat vessels in the region by November as it piles pressure onto Venezuela’s Maduro

Move interpreted as escalation of US policy as Vladimir Putin ‘reaffirms’ support for South American dictator

Venezuela's allies have gained new prominence amid US pressure campaign and military build-up.

President Donald Trump’s administration ratchets up pressure on Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro

US President Trump imposes new sanctions on Maduro family members as he ups pressure to oust Venezuelan president.

Editorial: The US is ramping up the pressure on Nicolás Maduro with a tanker seizure and expanded sanctions following threats and boat strikes