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Proximity and Implications
The geographic closeness of these operations is striking—Venezuela’s shoreline can be seen from parts of Trinidad on a clear day. Local flight trackers and Venezuelan media suggest that these missions may originate from the Ocean Trader, further bolstering suspicions of an intensified US presence. While Washington has not formally confirmed recent deployments, officials have reiterated that the Caribbean has become a focal point for US counter-narcotics and anti-trafficking efforts, given Venezuela’s status as a major transit route for cocaine destined for the US and Europe.
Venezuelan Government’s Alarm and Accusations