Two U.S. fighter jets were tracked circling the Gulf of Venezuela on Tuesday as tensions continue to escalate between the two countries. The F/A-18 Super Hornets appeared on flight tracking sites near Maracaibo, Venezuela's second-largest city, at around 13:00 (17:00 GMT), before circling the gulf for about 40 minutes. A U.S. defense official told the Associated Press the F/A-18 jets had conducted a 'routine training flight' in the area. The incident comes amid a wave of U.S. strikes against boats in the Caribbean Sea, leading to over 80 fatalities linked to drug trafficking from Venezuela. Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro condemned the U.S. strikes, claiming they aim to destabilize his government. Meanwhile, former President Trump hinted at the impending end of Maduro's leadership during a recent interview. Analysis indicates that the U.S. military might be gathering intelligence for possible operations in the region. The increased U.S. military activity includes the presence of advanced aircraft and the relaunch of an air base in Puerto Rico, suggesting significant developments are on the horizon.
Tensions Rise: U.S. Jets Circle Gulf of Venezuela
Tensions Rise: U.S. Jets Circle Gulf of Venezuela
U.S. F/A-18 Super Hornets were spotted flying over the Gulf of Venezuela amidst escalating tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela. The military movements raise questions about potential implications and the legality of recent U.S. strikes in the area.
On Tuesday, two U.S. fighter jets were tracked circling the Gulf of Venezuela, conducting a so-called 'routine training flight.' This event follows a series of U.S. strikes targeting drug trafficking vessels from Venezuela, which the White House has defended amid criticism. Venezuelan President Maduro criticized these actions as an attempt to destabilize his government. The U.S. military's increased presence suggests possible preparations for future operations.
