There is no doubt that U.S. President Donald Trump is trying to overthrow the Venezuelan government, the country's attorney general has told the BBC. Tarek William Saab, a close ally of President Nicolás Maduro, claims Trump wants to turn Venezuela into a colony of the U.S., alleging that the U.S. military build-up is part of an effort to remove Maduro from power.
Trump has called Maduro the leader of a drug-trafficking organization, a claim that Maduro vehemently denies. Saab conveyed concerns about possible land invasions while stating, it shouldn't happen, but we are prepared. He reiterated Venezuela's readiness to engage in dialogue with the U.S. despite its alleged hostility against the nation.
The context of these accusations arises from the U.S. military's reported actions against supposed drug boats in the region, resulting in the deaths of at least 43 people. Amidst increasing military presence, Saab claimed that the U.S. aims for regime change, driven by desires to exploit Venezuela's natural resources like oil, gold, and copper.
U.S. lawmakers, including Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, have shown concern regarding the legality of Trump's military operations in the region, sparking discussions about potential land strikes. The U.S. has been amassing naval forces and conducting joint exercises in the Caribbean, which many see as intimidation tactics against Maduro's administration.
In light of these developments, the Venezuelan government has accused the U.S. of inciting military provocations and claims to have apprehended individuals allegedly connected to U.S. intelligence, hinting at possible false flag operations to justify further intervention.
Trump has called Maduro the leader of a drug-trafficking organization, a claim that Maduro vehemently denies. Saab conveyed concerns about possible land invasions while stating, it shouldn't happen, but we are prepared. He reiterated Venezuela's readiness to engage in dialogue with the U.S. despite its alleged hostility against the nation.
The context of these accusations arises from the U.S. military's reported actions against supposed drug boats in the region, resulting in the deaths of at least 43 people. Amidst increasing military presence, Saab claimed that the U.S. aims for regime change, driven by desires to exploit Venezuela's natural resources like oil, gold, and copper.
U.S. lawmakers, including Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, have shown concern regarding the legality of Trump's military operations in the region, sparking discussions about potential land strikes. The U.S. has been amassing naval forces and conducting joint exercises in the Caribbean, which many see as intimidation tactics against Maduro's administration.
In light of these developments, the Venezuelan government has accused the U.S. of inciting military provocations and claims to have apprehended individuals allegedly connected to U.S. intelligence, hinting at possible false flag operations to justify further intervention.
