Venezuela deploys F-16 fighter jets in response to U.S. B-52 bombers

Venezuela has deployed F-16 fighter jets in response to U.S. B-52 bombers approaching its airspace. This military action comes amid heightened tensions between the two nations.

The deployment of the fighter jets was confirmed on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, as the U.S. B-52H Stratofortress bombers were spotted near Venezuelan airspace. The situation reflects ongoing concerns regarding military activities in the region.

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This incident adds to the complex dynamics between the U.S. and Venezuela, which have been marked by various military and political tensions in recent years.

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