"Venezuela's Land Grab Threatens Guyana: A Political Crisis Looms"

Guyana is on high alert as Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro escalates tensions over the disputed Essequibo region, which accounts for two-thirds of Guyana. Maduro claims that a recent vote showed overwhelming support for annexing the territory, prompting concerns of a potential land grab. The US conducted a flyover above the border region in a show of military strength, while Guyana seeks support from its allies, particularly the US, to deter any invasion. Venezuela's claim to the region has intensified since the discovery of oil reserves in 2015. While a full-scale invasion is unlikely, the situation remains volatile, with the risk of a conflict or minimal land invasion.