Venezuela Conducts Nationwide Militia Drills Amid Rising U.S. Tensions
Venezuela organized extensive training exercises for the Bolivarian Militia over the weekend, citing escalating threats from the United States as the primary catalyst for the drills, reports 24brussels.
During the exercises, held across all 312 military garrisons, militia members engaged in live-fire operations under the watchful eyes of the Bolivarian National Armed Forces. The event was overseen by President Nicolás Maduro, alongside senior military commanders, who emphasized the drills as a crucial response to perceived U.S. aggression.
Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino López stated that the U.S. intends to “turn the Caribbean Sea into a war zone,” articulating the Venezuelan government’s concerns over American military posturing in the region. Official reports indicate that training concentrated on rifle proficiency and shooting techniques, reinforcing the militia’s preparedness for potential confrontations.
As part of its broader military strategy, the Venezuelan government framed the exercises as a necessary step to confront ongoing U.S. provocations. Officials reiterated their commitment to maintaining military readiness in light of what they characterize as a new phase of confrontation with the United States.