Marco Rubio Explains Why US Is Preparing To Invade Venezuela

The U.S. has deployed three warships with 2,200 Marines off Venezuela's coast following Secretary of State Marco Rubio's revelations about Iranian drone bases and Russian military assets operating inside Venezuela. The White House no longer recognizes the Maduro regime as legitimate, calling it a "narco terror cartel." While officially labeled a counter-narcotics mission, the deployment appears more strategic in nature.

Intelligence reports confirm Iran has established drone manufacturing facilities in Venezuela capable of producing UAVs that could reach American territory within hours. Meanwhile, Russia has secured permanent military access to Venezuelan ports and airfields, even hosting joint war games with Chinese forces.

Venezuela's proximity to the U.S. (just 1,300 miles from Miami) makes these developments particularly concerning for American security interests. Maduro has responded by mobilizing 4.5 million militia members while regional leaders warn of dangerous escalation. 24 August 2025