U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared on October 5, 2025, that he holds “every authorization needed” to conduct military strikes in the Caribbean against ships allegedly transporting narcotics near Venezuelan waters. The statement, first reported by Reuters, comes amid intensified U.S. naval activity and signals a shift from traditional interdiction efforts toward deterrence and coercive pressure on Caracas. It matters because the move could redefine U.S. regional defense strategy and escalate diplomatic strains in the hemisphere. Read full Defense News at this link ...
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| U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter jets conduct low-altitude training operations over the Caribbean Sea as part of increased U.S. military activity near Venezuela, October 2025. (Picture source U.S. Southern Command) |
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