Venezuela has begun military exercises on Orchila Island, located in the Caribbean Sea, while the USA is deploying warships in the area.

In the context of tensions with the United States, Venezuela has launched military exercises on Orchila Island, declaring itself prepared for an armed conflict. The U.S. accuses Maduro's regime of involvement in drug trafficking, offering a reward of 50 million dollars for his capture. The Venezuelan Minister of Defense announced the deployment of 12 ships and 22 aircraft, emphasizing the need for increased preparedness. Maduro denounces American actions as military aggression and urges the population to mobilize for the defense of the country.