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Wars without clear purpose erode presidential legacies, and Trump risks political consequences with further military action in Venezuela
Wars without clear purpose erode presidential legacies, and Trump risks political consequences with further military action in Venezuela President Donald Trump’s plans to intervene militarily in Venezuela are unlikely to gain significant public support due to a lack of a clear purpose or narrative for the action. The US has not seen a similar story-driven […]
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How is China viewing US actions in Venezuela – an affront, an opportunity or a blueprint?
How is China viewing US actions in Venezuela – an affront, an opportunity or a blueprint? China’s response to the US capture of Nicolás Maduro has been one of condemnation, but behind closed doors, Beijing is likely weighing the implications for its policy in Latin America and considering how to counter US actions. China has […]
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I wrote a book on the politics of war powers, and Trump’s attack on Venezuela reflects Congress surrendering its decision-making powers
I wrote a book on the politics of war powers, and Trump’s attack on Venezuela reflects Congress surrendering its decision-making powers Trump’s attack on Venezuela reflects Congress’ surrendering its decision-making powers, as the US launched large-scale attacks without explicit authorization from lawmakers. The US military raid in Venezuela raises questions about procedure and legality, with […]
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How Maduro’s capture went down – a military strategist explains what goes into a successful special op
How Maduro’s capture went down – a military strategist explains what goes into a successful special op Operation Absolute Resolve, the US military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, was a complex affair that involved extensive planning, intelligence, and timing. The operation was likely months in the making, with the Pentagon acknowledging its existence […]
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Can the US ‘run’ Venezuela? Military force can topple a dictator, but it cannot create political authority or legitimacy
Can the US ‘run’ Venezuela? Military force can topple a dictator, but it cannot create political authority or legitimacy The US cannot “run” Venezuela through military force alone, as it cannot create political authority or legitimacy. The Trump administration’s move to govern Venezuela by force reflects a broader trend in US foreign policy that relies […]
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2026 begins with an increasingly autocratic United States rising on the global stage
2026 begins with an increasingly autocratic United States rising on the global stage The United States’ military operation in Venezuela on January 3, 2026, marks a significant shift towards an autocratic approach to foreign policy, violating democratic values and international law. The “peace through strength” approach of the Trump administration, which emphasizes military power and […]
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Deception and lies from the White House to justify a war in Venezuela? We’ve seen this movie before in run-ups to wars in Vietnam and Iraq
Deception and lies from the White House to justify a war in Venezuela? We’ve seen this movie before in run-ups to wars in Vietnam and Iraq President Donald Trump’s administration has presented the US military operations against Venezuela as a war against drug trafficking and terrorism, despite lacking credible evidence to support these claims. The […]
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