In what appears to be a significant escalation of American involvement in Venezuela, former President Donald Trump has allegedly greenlit the deployment of elite US Special Forces units, including the legendary 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment known as the 'Night Stalkers,' for covert operations against Nicolás Maduro's government.
Secret Documents Reveal Covert Mission
Classified intelligence documents, reportedly obtained by the Daily Mail, detail an audacious plan involving sophisticated surveillance and potential direct action against high-value targets within the Venezuelan regime. The operation represents one of the most substantial US military interventions in South America in recent years.
Elite 'Night Stalkers' Take Centre Stage
The 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, famous for their nighttime precision operations and involvement in missions like the raid that killed Osama bin Laden, would provide critical air support and insertion capabilities for ground forces. Their involvement signals the operation's complexity and high-risk nature.
Political Firestorm Ignites
The revelation has sparked immediate controversy in Washington, with critics questioning the legality of such operations and the potential for escalating tensions in the region. Supporters argue decisive action is necessary against what they describe as Maduro's 'illegitimate regime.'
Venezuela's economic collapse and political turmoil have created what US officials characterize as a regional crisis, with millions fleeing the country and allegations of widespread human rights abuses by Maduro's government.
The timing of these alleged operations raises significant questions about US foreign policy in the region and the extent of military involvement in what has traditionally been approached through diplomatic and economic pressure.
