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Venezuela’s Threats Spotlight Washington’s Challenge in Defending America First Sovereignty

By National Security Desk | August 31, 2025

As Venezuela’s regime threatens military confrontation over US anti-narcotics operations, Washington faces a critical test in protecting national sovereignty and regional stability under the America First doctrine.

Venezuela’s Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino delivered a stark warning this weekend: if the United States dares to "put a foot" on Venezuelan soil, his regime is ready to fight. This declaration underscores the escalating tensions between Caracas and Washington amid ongoing efforts by the US to combat narcotics trafficking near Venezuela's coast. Under the guise of anti-drug operations, the Biden administration contemplates deploying naval vessels close to Venezuelan waters—a move seen by Maduro’s government as an act of aggression against their so-called "sacred sovereignty." But is it truly America that threatens sovereignty, or is it the rogue regimes that use...

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