Venezuela: Tensions rise as US sends world's largest aircraft carrier

The deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford, the largest aircraft carrier globally, to Latin America has sparked significant tensions, particularly with Venezuela. This move, aimed at countering drug trafficking, was ordered nearly three weeks prior and has been met with stern warnings from Venezuela about the potential for a full-blown conflict. The presence of such a formidable military asset in the region under the US Naval Forces Southern Command underscores the seriousness of the situation. As Venezuela announces its own military mobilization in response, the risk of escalating hostilities becomes increasingly apparent, highlighting the fragile security dynamics in Latin America.