Trump Announces US Destruction of Major Facility in Venezuela Campaign

President Donald Trump announced the United States has targeted a significant facility in Venezuela as part of ongoing military operations. He referred to this action during a radio interview, stating the U.S. “knocked out” the facility crucial for drug shipments.

Key Details of the Strike in Venezuela

Trump revealed little about the operation but indicated that the strike occurred two nights prior to his interview. He described a significant explosion in a dock area known for loading boats with illicit drugs.

Uncertainties Surrounding the Facility

• The exact location of the targeted facility remains unclear.
• No reports from Venezuela confirm the destruction of such a facility.
• A U.S. official suggested it was indeed related to drug trafficking.

Trump declined to specify whether U.S. military forces or the CIA carried out the operation. He noted, “I know exactly who it was, but I don’t want to say who it was,” hinting at the involvement of entities on the coastline.

Ongoing Campaign Against Nicolás Maduro

This announcement aligns with a broader campaign against Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The U.S. has increased military pressure, including strikes on vessels involved in drug trafficking and a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers.

Recent Military Actions

In recent weeks, the U.S. has reportedly destroyed over 30 boats in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific Ocean. American officials have suggested that future targets may include drug production facilities and trafficking routes.

• Covert CIA actions have been authorized in Venezuela to increase pressure on Maduro.
• The CIA has not commented on Trump’s recent statements.

Trump’s comments coincide with his order to deploy the USS Gerald Ford to the Caribbean. During a recent phone call with troops, he remarked on the region as an “interesting place” and reiterated the U.S. intention to target land operations.

As developments unfold, the precise outcomes of this campaign and the implications for U.S.-Venezuela relations remain to be seen.