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Trump confirms: I authorized CIA for covert operations in Venezuela

2025-10-16 08:48:00, Kosova & Bota CNA

Trump confirms: I authorized CIA for covert operations in Venezuela

US President Donald Trump has confirmed a report that he authorized the CIA to conduct covert operations inside Venezuela, sparking anger from the South American country's leaders.

US forces have carried out at least five raids on suspected drug-trafficking ships in the Caribbean in recent weeks, killing 27 people. UN-appointed human rights experts have described the raids as "extrajudicial executions".

Speaking at the White House, Trump said the US is "looking at the possibility of using land" as it considers further attacks on drug cartels in the region.

Nicolas Maduro, whose legitimacy as president of Venezuela has been internationally contested after last year's disputed elections, called on television for peace with the United States.

The increased US military presence in the region has increased fears in Caracas of a possible attack.

According to the New York Times, Trump's authorization would allow the CIA to conduct operations in Venezuela unilaterally or as part of any broader US military activity./ CNA





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