Trump says Venezuela airspace should be considered 'closed in its entirety'
Summary
US President Donald Trump declared Venezuela's airspace as closed, escalating tensions with Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro amid US military operations in the Caribbean aimed at curbing drug trafficking.
Key Points
- US President Donald Trump declared the airspace above and surrounding Venezuela closed in its entirety.
- This statement is part of escalating tensions between the US and Venezuela under Nicolas Maduro's leadership.
- The US has deployed a major military force in the Caribbean, including the world's largest aircraft carrier, citing efforts to curb drug trafficking.
- US forces have targeted Venezuelan drug-smuggling vessels, killing more than 80 people, though evidence of their threat has not been publicly released.
