ON Trump's doorstep, civilians have been urged to "take up arms" against the United States after a wave of strikes on drug trafficking cartels.

Tensions are skyrocketing between US and Venezuela - with an "unprecedented" battle escalating between Trump and dictator Nicolas Maduro.

US forces have now struck three alleged drug vessels and footage shared by Trump shows the moment three "male narcoterrorists" were killed.

The US president threatened to shoot down Venezuelan jets flying over his warships if they "put us in a dangerous position" - and is said to be drawing up plans for military strikes.

Meanwhile, Maduro moved thousands of troops to the border with Colombia "to ensure peace" - which some suggest is a warning shot to Trump.

And the ruler called on Venezuelans to enlist i

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