US President Donald Trump has confirmed authorizing the CIA to carry out covert missions in Venezuela. The move comes as the US faces challenges from illegal immigration and drug trafficking linked to Venezuela. Alongside this, the US has increased its military presence in the Caribbean, deploying warships, a submarine, and fighter jets. While the US says this buildup targets drug cartels, experts warn of rising tensions with President Nicolás Maduro’s government. Maduro denies all accusations, condemns the CIA's alleged regime change attempts, and has mobilized forces amid escalating conflict fears in Latin America.