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Venezuela, with its vast terrains, military forces, and militia networks, presents a formidable threat that may warrant direct intervention. The country’s military has been accused of collaborating with cartels and criminal groups, further complicating efforts at stabilization.
Colombia, historically a major producer, is resurgent—with drugs flowing through its regions and influence extending into private military operations and cross-border conflicts. High-profile incidents include the targeted elimination of armed personnel via low-cost drone attacks, signaling the emergence of new conflict paradigms.
Both nations serve as key nodes in the larger transnational crime network that spans from South America to North America and beyond.