Tracking build-up of US military planes and warships near Venezuela [View all]

Satellite imagery shows at least six US military vessels have been operating in the Caribbean over the past week, as tensions between the US and Venezuela escalate.

BBC Verify believes a further five vessels are also in the region as part of the US build-up.

It follows a series of US air strikes against alleged drug boats in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific in recent months, which the Trump administration says are necessary to stem the flow of drugs.

The build-up involves thousands of troops and the world's largest warship being positioned within striking distance of Venezuela, and has sparked speculation about the potential for some kind of military action.

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https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c7810w37vwdo

---I think this is current. It could be part of the reason that the criminal in the white house is suing the BBC. ---