Key Metrics
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Impact LevelMedium
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Scope LevelRegional
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Last Update2026-01-03
Key Impacts
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Event Overview
The U.S. is considering military intervention and imposing economic sanctions on Venezuela to pressure the Maduro regime. This includes potential ground troop deployment, oil tanker blockades, and covert operations, reflecting a significant escalation in geopolitical tensions.
Collect Records
Trump Announces US Preparedness to Deploy Ground Troops in Venezuela
On January 3, U.S. President Trump stated that the United States will ensure the normalization of oil supplies from Venezuela and promised to take good care of the Venezuelan people. He emphasized that the U.S. is ready to send ground troops and has already made deployments at the highest level. Trump also mentioned that the U.S. is designating individuals to manage Venezuela and will form a team to run the country until it 'gets back on track'.
Trump Announces Maduro to Be Prosecuted in New York
U.S. President Trump stated that Maduro and his wife are on a U.S. warship and will be prosecuted in New York. He also mentioned the possibility of a second wave of attacks on Venezuela.
Trump Considers Military Action Against Venezuela and Orders Sanctioned Oil Tankers to be Seized
U.S. President Trump, in an interview with NBC News, did not rule out the possibility of military action against Venezuela and stated he would not discuss specific details. He has ordered a 'blockade' of oil tankers that are subject to sanctions, both entering and leaving Venezuela, to increase pressure on Venezuelan President Maduro. The U.S. recently seized an oil tanker near Venezuelan waters, which led to several attacks on ships and casualties. Trump warned that if sanctioned oil tankers continue to sail, they will be seized and taken to U.S. ports.
Trump Considers Military Action Against Venezuela
U.S. President Trump stated that he is close to deciding whether to take military action against Venezuela, without specifying if he will order a military strike. Senior officials in the Trump administration have held multiple meetings at the White House to discuss potential military options. Recently, U.S. military deployment in the Caribbean region has reached its largest scale in 30 years. Additionally, Trump has authorized the CIA to conduct covert operations in Venezuela.