Donald Trump has announced a new military operation, this time targeting Venezuela. According to the Washington Examiner, the US has increased its military presence, ready to seize key strategic sites within Venezuela. Strikes have already been carried out against vessels transporting narcotics, and the Pentagon has confirmed preparations for a broader operation.
Meanwhile, Trump delivered a tough message to Hamas. The militant group was given a US peace plan, but its leader Ez Aldin Alhadatd rejected the offer, calling it an attempt to eradicate Hamas. Trump set an ultimatum for Sunday 6 p.m. to reach an agreement, threatening large-scale military action and urging Palestinians to evacuate dangerous areas of Gaza.
According to Al Jazeera, Hamas has agreed to some conditions, including handing over control of Gaza to independent Palestinian technocrats. However, key points for lasting peace are still under discussion. At the same time, Israel's army has reportedly scaled back operations in Gaza amid negotiations and US actions.
Trump hopes to gain international recognition as a peacemaker, as a resolution to the Middle East crisis could become his eighth major peace initiative. However, he remains reserved regarding Russia and Putin, leaving the issue mostly to European partners. The situation in the region remains tense, with Trump's moves signaling a new phase in US global policy.
The US has already destroyed several vessels transporting drugs from Venezuela, resulting in the deaths of four traffickers. With drug cartels now designated as terrorist groups, Washington is in armed conflict with them. Trump is focusing efforts on combating cartels in the region, aiming for a quick victory compared to confronting Russia.
