The US Navy has increased its military presence in the Caribbean amid growing tensions with Venezuela, deploying seven warships and a nuclear submarine under the guise of combating drug trafficking. While US officials insist the operation is not an invasion, critics suggest it may signal a push for regime change in Venezuela, which has been labeled a “narco-terror cartel” by the Trump administration. Venezuelan leaders have dismissed the claims, mobilizing local militia in response. This situation reflects longstanding concerns over US interventions in Latin America, raising questions about the true intent behind military deployments in the region.