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international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

"Venezuela Deploys Troops as UK Warship Heightens Guyana Territorial Tensions"

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has mobilized over 5,600 troops in response to Britain sending a warship to Guyana amidst a territorial dispute over the oil-rich Essequibo region. The British deployment is seen as support for Guyana, escalating tensions as Venezuela reasserts its claim to the area following significant oil and gas discoveries. Despite advocating for peace, Maduro has put his military on alert to counter what he perceives as a threat to Venezuela's sovereignty, while both nations have agreed to avoid military conflict.

via Yahoo News|

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world-news2 years ago•3 min saved

"Venezuela Escalates Military Presence Amid Guyana Territorial Tensions as British Warship Arrives"

The arrival of the British warship HMS Trent in Guyana has escalated tensions with Venezuela, which has started military exercises in response. The presence of the warship is part of a series of engagements in the region, including training exercises with Guyana's military, amidst a longstanding border dispute over the resource-rich Essequibo region. Brazil has called for dialogue and adherence to the Argyle Declaration for a peaceful resolution, while Venezuelan President Maduro has accused Guyana of betrayal and described the British action as a threat. The dispute dates back to a 19th-century arbitration and has been reignited by Venezuela's recent referendum on the territory. Guyana has sought a legal ruling from the UN's top court on the validity of the original border agreement.

via PBS NewsHour|

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