Venezuela launched "Operation Independencia 200" in La Guaira and Carabobo states, deploying military and police forces. ⁣ ⁣ Interior, Justice, and Peace Minister Diosdado Cabello stated the operation, which began at midnight, involves armed forces, militias, and local authorities protecting key infrastructure and public services. ⁣ ⁣ The action is part of Venezuela's national defense plan to resist external aggression, amid escalating tensions with the U.S. and President Maduro's denial of drug production allegations and accusations of U.S. efforts to oust him.⁣ ⁣ #venezuela #us #trump #tariffs #drugtrade #maduro #oil #militia #military ⁣ ⁣