New satellite imagery has emerged showing the USS Gerald R. Ford positioned in Caribbean waters close to the U.S. Virgin Islands. Tensions are rising in the region as U.S. continues to build up its military presence close to Venezuela.

Why It Matters

There is growing concern in Venezuela over the U.S. military build-up in the Caribbean and Caracas has accused Washington of hostile or interventionist intentions, particularly regarding its oil resources.

The U.S. military has carried out multiple strikes on vessels allegedly transporting drugs to the United States from Venezuela, a campaign defended by the White House as lawful and necessary. The attacks, including reported follow-up strikes on survivors, have sparked controversy, with legal experts and lawmakers questioning their leg

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