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United States launches missile and air attacks on Venezuela

United States launches missile and air attacks on Venezuela

Military OperationsTactical

The United States launched missile and air attacks on Venezuela. These military operations involved the use of missiles and aircraft by the United States Armed Forces. Specific details regarding the timing and scale of the attacks were not provided.

Source: Defense BlogSat Jan 03 2026
Coast Guard searching for survivors of US strikes on boats in the Pacific

Coast Guard searching for survivors of US strikes on boats in the Pacific

Casualties & LossesMilitary OperationsOperational

U.S. forces conducted strikes on boats in the Pacific Ocean, prompting the Coast Guard to search for survivors.

Source: Task & PurposeFri Jan 02 2026
Coast Guard halts search for survivors of US strikes on boats in the Pacific

Coast Guard halts search for survivors of US strikes on boats in the Pacific

Casualties & LossesMilitary OperationsOperational

The U.S. Coast Guard has halted the search for survivors following recent U.S. strikes on boats in the Pacific Ocean. This action suggests potential casualties resulting from the strikes. The report indicates a significant military operation involving the U.S. Navy.

Source: Task & PurposeFri Jan 02 2026

Venezuelan Defense Minister Demands Military to Maintain Combat Readiness

Political-MilitaryMilitary OperationsStrategic

The Venezuelan Defense Minister has called for the military to remain in a state of readiness, indicating a focus on military preparedness.

Source: Global TimesThu Jan 01 2026

Maduro: Venezuela's Armed Forces Intercepted 9 Drug Trafficking Planes in 24 Hours

Military OperationsTactical

Maduro announced that the Venezuelan Armed Forces intercepted 9 drug trafficking aircraft within 24 hours.

Source: Global TimesTue Dec 30 2025

Trump claims U.S. military destroyed a large facility in Venezuela operation

Military OperationsPolitical-MilitaryOperational

Trump stated that the US military has destroyed a large facility during operations in Venezuela.

Source: Global TimesMon Dec 29 2025
Trump says US took out a ‘big facility’ in Venezuela

Trump says US took out a ‘big facility’ in Venezuela

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Trump announced that the US has taken out a significant facility in Venezuela.

Source: Task & PurposeMon Dec 29 2025
Trump says US took out ‘big facility’ in Venezuela

Trump says US took out ‘big facility’ in Venezuela

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Former President Trump announced that the US military has destroyed a significant facility in Venezuela.

Source: Task & PurposeMon Dec 29 2025
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War in Venezuela: The Iraq War All Over Again?

Political-MilitaryStrategic

The report discusses the military situation in Venezuela, comparing it to the Iraq War, indicating potential military operations.

Source: 19FortyFiveMon Dec 29 2025

Video: The U.S. Deploys More Military Aircraft to the Caribbean Region

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The United States has increased its military presence in the Caribbean by deploying several aircraft.

Source: Global TimesMon Dec 29 2025

China military buildup leaves US ‘increasingly vulnerable’: Pentagon report

A Pentagon report indicates that China's military modernization poses increasing threats to US security, particularly regarding Taiwan and cyber capabilities. The report highlights significant advancements in China's military capabilities, including nuclear weapons and ISR satellites, and outlines the potential for conflict by 2027.

Source: Breaking DefenseWed Dec 24 2025
A Coast Guard tactical law enforcement team and crew members from U.S. Coast Guard cutter Kimball offload bales of cocaine from a boat intercepted in the eastern Pacific last spring. (Petty officer 3rd Class Austin Wiley/U.S. Coast Guard)

How did the US patrol the Caribbean for drug smuggling before strikes?

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The U.S. Coast Guard has been actively patrolling the Caribbean and eastern Pacific to intercept drug smuggling boats, while the Department of Defense has escalated its approach by conducting airstrikes against these boats. This shift raises legal questions and threatens the longstanding cooperative framework of counternarcotics operations.

Source: militarytimesTue Dec 23 2025
US forces seize oil tanker in the Caribbean

US forces seize oil tanker in the Caribbean

Military OperationsPolitical-MilitaryOperational

US forces have successfully seized an oil tanker in the Caribbean, indicating a military operation related to maritime security.

Source: Task & PurposeSun Dec 21 2025
US forces returning to Ecuador for ‘short-term’ counter-drug mission

US forces returning to Ecuador for ‘short-term’ counter-drug mission

Military OperationsPolitical-MilitaryOperational

US forces are returning to Ecuador for a short-term counter-drug mission.

Source: Task & PurposeSat Dec 20 2025
The D Brief: Trump sets blockage on Venezuela; Europe warns of war; SecDef won’t release boat-strike video; Nominees to fill long-vacant posts; And a bit more.

The D Brief: Trump sets blockage on Venezuela; Europe warns of war; SecDef won’t release boat-strike video; Nominees to fill long-vacant posts; And a bit more.

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U.S. President Trump has announced a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers to and from Venezuela, citing national security concerns. This follows the seizure of an oil tanker allegedly carrying oil to Iran from Venezuela. Additionally, a notice has been issued to pilots regarding airspace restrictions over Venezuela, which Venezuelan officials have condemned.

Source: Defense OneWed Dec 17 2025