U.S. military plans bombing campaign against drug traffickers in Venezuela

U.S. military officials are preparing for a potential bombing campaign against the Cartel of the Suns and affiliated drug trafficking networks in Venezuela, according to a report by NBC News. Sources familiar with the planning indicated that strikes within Venezuela could begin in a matter of weeks.

The information comes from two U.S. officials and two additional sources who requested anonymity due to the sensitive nature of the discussions. This military action would mark an escalation in the Trump administration"s ongoing campaign against alleged drug targets and its approach toward the Venezuelan government.

In recent weeks, the U.S. military has conducted strikes on at least three boats from Venezuela that were reportedly involved in drug trafficking. President Donald Trump mentioned these operations on Truth Social, although the administration has not confirmed the presence of drugs on all targeted vessels. However, officials from the Dominican Republic and the U.S. Embassy stated at a press conference that drugs were discovered in the water following one of the strikes.

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