In a new statement that raises tensions between the United
States and Venezuela, President Donald Trump left open the possibility of an
armed confrontation with the Venezuelan government, while also stating that he
does not require congressional authorization to order a ground operation
targeting drug cartels linked to the South American country.
During an interview granted this Friday to a US television
network, the president was directly asked about the possibility of war with
Venezuela. His response was brief but forceful: “I don’t rule it out, no,” a
statement that reignited concerns about a potential military escalation in the
region.
Trump also maintained that, as commander-in-chief of the
Armed Forces, he has the necessary authority to order military action without
needing prior congressional approval, especially when—according to his
argument—it involves combating criminal organizations that pose a threat to US
national security.
However, the president avoided elaborating on the potential
consequences of his administration's recent decisions, including the tightening
of the blockade against oil tankers heading to or departing from Venezuela
under US sanctions, as well as naval attacks against vessels allegedly linked
to drug trafficking in the Caribbean. Trump declined to confirm whether these
measures could lead to a larger-scale armed conflict.
The president's remarks come amid increasing diplomatic,
economic, and military pressure on the Venezuelan government and foreshadow an
uncertain future for US foreign policy in the region in the coming months.
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