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This situation leaves policymakers in a state of indecision, pondering whether to remove Maduro physically, install a new government, or pursue other less clear aims. The geographical and logistical complexities of such operations are significant. Caracas, the Venezuelan capital, is situated beyond a mountain range, making any occupation akin to a military campaign in Iraq. Moreover, Venezuela's severe dependence on imports—over 80% of its food—is a built-in crisis that could escalate into famine if intervention unfolds poorly, especially without extensive logistical support.