Published on, Sept. 6 -- September 6, 2025 5:24 PM

The United States has deployed F-35 stealth fighter jets to Puerto Rico as tensions with Venezuela increase. Washington says the move is aimed at strengthening anti-drug operations in the Caribbean. However, officials and analysts believe it also signals a warning to President Nicolas Maduro. Alongside the jets, the US Navy has increased its presence with seven warships, thousands of sailors and Marines, and a nuclear-powered submarine.

Reports suggest the Trump administration is considering direct strikes on Venezuelan cartels accused of having ties to Maduro. On Tuesday, US forces destroyed a speedboat linked to the Tren de Aragua group, killing eleven people. Caracas condemned the in...