US EditionMaduro says mobilizing millions of militia after US 'threats'
- On August 19, 2025, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro announced he would activate a nationwide force of approximately 4.5 million militia personnel in response to escalating threats from the United States.
- This mobilization follows Washington’s increased anti-drug operations in the Caribbean and a doubled $50 million reward for Maduro’s arrest over drug trafficking accusations.
- Maduro framed the militia deployment as a defense of Venezuela’s sovereignty, integrating workers, farmers, and communities, while accusing the US of promoting a hostile narrative.
- The US has deployed about 4,500 personnel and three guided-missile destroyers near Venezuelan waters to support counter-narcotics efforts described as maritime security operations.
- The standoff reflects broader regional tensions with implications for political control and security, as Maduro rejects US allegations and claims over 80 percent Venezuelan support for stability.
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The recent deployment of three U.S. destroyers near the Venezuelan coast constitutes a new escalation in the bilateral relationship, a demonstration of Washington’s strength that seems to lack a clear purpose beyond aggravating tensions. The U.S. uses vague accusations, without solid public evidence, about drug trafficking and Maduro’s links with the Venezuelan Cartel de los Soles, while offering a reward for his capture of $50 million. In respo…
Trump sends three ships off the coast of the oil country to "stop the flow of drugs" to his country and Maduro responds with the deployment of 4.5 million militiamen from the National Guard Read
Venezuela’s Maduro Mobilizes 4.5 Million Militia Members - The Thinking Conservative
President Maduro has announced a “special security plan” to activate loyal militia forces around his country amid growing tensions with the US. The post Venezuela’s Maduro Mobilizes 4.5 Million Militia Members appeared first on The Thinking Conservative.
The United States has sent warships off the coast of Venezuela. Now, in return, powerlor Maduro mobilizes 4.5 million reservists. It is a further step in the increasing conflict with the United States. By Jenny Barke.[more]]>
Venezuela’s Maduro Mobilizes 4.5 Million Militia Members
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has announced a “special security plan” to activate loyal militia forces around his country amid growing tensions with the United States. The Venezuelan president’s official website stated on Aug. 18 that Maduro’s call-up will mobilize around 4.5 million militia members across the South American country. “With this, President Maduro affirmed, the peace, tranquility, and sovereignty of Venezuela are guaranteed,…
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