Venezuela carries out military exercises amid fears of U.S. strikes
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The regime of Nicolás Maduro has said it is preparing its armed forces in case of an attack by the U.S.
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- Venezuela began extensive military exercises to protect its airspace from possible foreign aggression.
- Around 200,000 armed forces, militias, police, and government-affiliated community leaders are participating in the drills. 10s
- The exercises are taking place nationwide and will continue until Wednesday. 21s
- The drills follow the US administration's order to send warships to Caribbean waters near Venezuela. 24s
- At least 75 people have died in 19 attacks since the US launched its anti-drug offensive in South American waters. 49s