President Donald Trump has green‑lit covert CIA missions in Venezuela, a move that puts fresh pressure on President Nicolás Maduro and his government. The decision came after a briefing on the political and security situation in Caracas, where U.S. officials warned of rising violence, corruption and economic collapse.
The CIA plans include gathering intelligence and, if necessary, executing targeted operations aimed at weakening Maduro’s grip. The agency will work closely with local opposition groups, but details of the missions remain classified. Trump explained that the U.S. is committed to backing efforts that restore democracy in Venezuela.
Maduro’s allies have labelled the U.S. action a direct threat, warning that it could destabilise the country further. Meanwhile, U.S. officials say the operation is part of broader sanctions and diplomatic pressure already in place against the Venezuelan regime.
Analysts suggest the plan could alter the balance of power in the region, encouraging other governments to reconsider their stance on Venezuelan politics. The U.S. government has stressed that the operation is aimed at promoting stability, not creating new conflict.
As the world watches, the CIA’s undisclosed missions will likely increase tension between the U.S. and Venezuela, and heighten the international debate over foreign interference and human rights in the Americas.
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