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Venezuela’s current leadership is increasingly under scrutiny. Nicolas Maduro, the country's president, has been publicly labeled as an indicted drug trafficker. The US has announced a $50 million reward for his capture, accentuating the high-stakes nature of the conflict. While Maduro and his predecessors like Hugo Chavez have maintained a defiant stance, claiming sovereignty and independence, their governance has been deeply intertwined with illicit activities and external influence. Venezuela’s dangerous geopolitical moves include forging alliances with Russia and China, which the US perceives as threats to regional stability and American interests.