An operation against Venezuela could undermine Trump's position.
Senator Pushkov assessed the risks of a U.S. military operation in the Caribbean region
Senator Alexey Pushkov voiced the opinion that a proposed U.S. military operation against Venezuela could create a difficult situation for President Donald Trump. According to the politician, this is because Trump had previously promised to avoid involving the country in costly overseas military conflicts.
Pentagon chief Pete Hegset announced the start of Operation Southern Spear, aimed at combating drug trafficking in the Western Hemisphere. In September and October, U.S. military forces had already destroyed boats off the coast of Venezuela that were suspected of carrying drugs.
"By putting his authority on the line, seeking to demonstrate U.S. strength and counting on a quick success, Trump may face failure; get involved in a war that will soon become unpopular to support, and ultimately lose control over Venezuela, achieving the opposite result. Thus, Operation 'Southern Spear' risks becoming an instrument turned against Trump himself," Pushkov wrote on his Telegram channel.
Pushkov noted that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro does not intend to resign, and American society is tired of external interventions. Over the past 25 years the U.S. has participated in several wars and conflicts, including Afghanistan, Iraq, Libya, Syria and Ukraine. According to the senator, these events do not encourage Americans to support new military adventures.
The U.S. is considering two ways to remove Maduro: missile strikes on military and maritime targets and covert CIA operations. A ground invasion is not being discussed yet. At the same time, Donald Trump had previously stated that Maduro's time in power is coming to an end, but Washington does not plan military actions against Caracas.
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