Tensions Rise in Venezuela as U.S. and Russia Engage in Military and Political Moves
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U.S. forces in the Caribbean face increased risks as Venezuela, under a state of emergency, deploys Russian air defenses, anti-ship missiles, and a large militia, creating a complex threat environment that complicates their counter-narcotics mission and raises the risk of escalation.
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