"U.S. Prepares for Possible Venezuela Intervention"

U.S. Official Warns of Possible Military Action Against Venezuela as Tensions Escalate A U.S. military official has revealed that the "table is being set" for possible military action against Venezuela, amid growing tensions between the two nations. The warning comes as the world's largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, is set to arrive in the northern Caribbean on Sunday, joining 15,000 service members, including 2,000 Marines aboard an amphibious assault ship. According to the U.S. official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, the USS Gerald R. Ford will play a key role in any potential military operation against Venezuela. The carrier, which arrived in Spain's Palma de Mallorca on October 3, 2025, is equipped with advanced aircraft and missile systems, making it a formidable force in the region. The U.S. military buildup in the Caribbean has been met with concern from Venezuela, which has accused the United States of attempting to destabilize the region. Venezuela's government has also warned of a potential military response to any U.S. aggression. The situation has been escalating for months, with tensions between the two nations reaching a boiling point. In recent weeks, the U.S. has imposed sanctions on several high-ranking Venezuelan officials, while Venezuela has responded by expelling U.S. diplomats from the country. According to experts, the U.S. military buildup in the Caribbean is a clear indication of the administration's willingness to take military action against Venezuela. "The U.S. is sending a clear message to Venezuela that it will not tolerate any further aggression," said Dr. Maria Rodriguez, a Latin American expert at the Brookings Institution. "The deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford is a significant escalation of the situation, and it's likely that Venezuela will respond in kind." The U.S. official who spoke to NPR Politics warned that the situation is "very fluid" and that any military action against Venezuela would be a last resort. "We are not looking for a conflict, but we will not back down in the face of aggression," the official said. As the situation continues to unfold, the international community is watching with bated breath. The United Nations has called for calm and restraint, while the European Union has urged both sides to engage in diplomatic talks. The current status of the situation is uncertain, but one thing is clear: the U.S. and Venezuela are on a collision course. The world will be watching to see how this situation develops, and whether military action will ultimately be taken. In a statement, a U.S. Department of Defense spokesperson said that the deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford is a routine exercise and not a response to any specific threat. However, the spokesperson declined to comment on any potential military action against Venezuela. The situation is ongoing, and this article will be updated as more information becomes available.