The Digest:
The United States doubled its reward for information leading to the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, now set at $50 million. Maduro is accused of leading a cocaine trafficking operation, "The Cartel of the Suns," allegedly working with FARC and other criminal gangs. The US government has placed heavy sanctions on Maduro's regime while accusing him of corruption and crimes against national security. Venezuela has rejected these claims, describing the move as political propaganda.
Key Points:
- US increases bounty on Maduro to $50m.
- Maduro is accused of running "The Cartel of the Suns" for decades.
- Venezuela's Foreign Minister calls it "pathetic" and "ridiculous."
- Maduro faces life in prison if convicted of drug trafficking.
- The US has seized over $700 million in assets linked to Maduro.
- Tensions between the US and Venezuela continue to rise.
This escalation in bounty and tension showcases the intensifying conflict between the US and Venezuela, with the US accusing Maduro of being a significant narco-trafficker. Despite the US's claims, Maduro remains defiant, calling the accusations false.
Sources: AFP
