US-Venezuela tensions escalate after President Donald Trump announced a US military strike against a boat allegedly transporting drugs from Venezuela to the United States. Trump said 11 alleged members of the Tren de Aragua gang were killed in the operation, which occurred in the Southern Caribbean. Venezuela's Communications Minister Freddy Nanez claimed the strike video was AI-generated. This marks a major escalation between Washington and Caracas. The US has reportedly deployed warships, a nuclear-powered submarine, and spy planes to the Southern Caribbean. Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro issued a warning of maximum preparedness on Monday. Meanwhile, Nicaragua's President Daniel Ortega has criticised the US, accusing it of attempting to overthrow governments in the region. Watch to know more on this developing story.