Washington (The COW News Digital) has issued one of its strongest warnings yet regarding Venezuela’s surrounding airspace, escalating tensions between the two countries and raising fears of a potential military confrontation.
On Saturday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the airspace over Venezuela and its adjoining region should be considered “completely closed.” The statement, released through Trump’s Truth Social account, did not include operational details, but it signaled a dramatic tightening of Washington’s pressure campaign against President Nicolás Maduro’s government.
Read More:
- US Slams Palestine Recognition as Empty Symbolism
- Trump Threatens Kabul Over Bagram Airbase Control
- Asia Cup 2025 Super Four Tickets at Shocking Prices
According to Reuters, the United States has been intensifying its strategy to isolate Maduro, whom Washington accuses of involvement in international drug trafficking and human smuggling networks. In his message, Trump specifically cautioned airlines, pilots, and individuals allegedly linked to illicit trafficking, instructing them to treat the Venezuelan zone as a strict “no-fly” area.
Venezuela’s Ministry of Information and the U.S. Department of Defense declined to comment immediately, leaving observers uncertain about the scope and enforcement mechanisms of the new directive.
The latest developments come amid months of heightened American military activity in the Caribbean, where U.S. forces have conducted operations targeting suspected narcotics-carrying vessels. Security analysts note that the tempo of U.S. naval and aerial missions has increased sharply, suggesting preparations for broader regional engagement.
Unconfirmed intelligence reports indicate that Trump has already authorized covert CIA activities inside Venezuela. Political sources in Washington say further ground operations are being considered, though no official confirmation has been issued.
Tensions escalated further last week when the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration warned international airlines of a “dangerous and deteriorating security environment” over Venezuelan territory due to rising military movements. The advisory prompted six major international carriers to suspend flights. Caracas responded by revoking their operational rights, calling the move a politically motivated attack.
The Maduro government denies all U.S. allegations of involvement in narcotics trafficking. Officials in Caracas argue that Washington’s real objective is regime change, insisting that Venezuelan institutions, the military, and the public will resist any attempt to remove Maduro by force.
Since September, U.S. forces have reportedly carried out at least 21 operations across the Caribbean and Pacific regions, resulting in 83 fatalities linked to anti-smuggling missions. The intensifying pattern has fueled speculation that Washington may be edging toward more direct intervention, raising significant concern among regional governments and international observers.
