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Venezuela is increasing its military presence along its Caribbean coast and border with Colombia, citing the fight against drug trafficking and narco-terrorism.
The move comes as US warships and troops operate in the southern Caribbean, citing similar reasons, raising tensions in the region.
On September 7, Venezuelan Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino López announced the deployment of 25,000 troops across five states, including Zulia, Falcón, Sucre, Delta Amacuro, and the island region of Nueva Esparta.
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