Caracas, Venezuela — Media reports have revealed that Venezuela’s Ministers of Defense and Interior have been included among potential U.S. targets. This comes amid rising tensions between Washington and President Nicolás Maduro’s government, against the backdrop of the ongoing political and security crisis in the country.
According to circulating information, the inclusion of the two ministers is part of a broader U.S. review of political and diplomatic pressure options against Caracas. This review could involve the imposition of additional sanctions, legal actions, or direct measures targeting prominent leadership figures within the Venezuelan state.
Reports indicate that the U.S. administration views the Ministries of Defense and Interior as key pillars supporting Maduro’s government, particularly given its heavy reliance on security and military agencies to confront opposition and internal protests. This has prompted Washington to expand its focus to target specific officials.
Meanwhile, no immediate official comment has been issued by the Venezuelan government. However, sources close to the presidency described these actions as “attempts at political pressure and blackmail,” emphasizing that Caracas will not yield to external threats and will continue defending its sovereignty.
These developments come at a time when Venezuela is experiencing political anticipation and tension, amid rapid regional and international movements, signaling the possibility of further escalation in relations between Washington and Caracas in the near future.
