Archive · 24 Nov 2025
US to Label Maduro's Cartel as Terrorist Organization
The US is planning to label a group called Cartel de los Soles, which they say is led by Venezuela's President Maduro, as a terrorist organisation.
This group is accused of trafficking drugs to the US.
The US is also considering military action against Venezuela.
Maduro denies these accusations and says the US is trying to remove him from power.
The US has offered a reward for information that could lead to Maduro's arrest.
US to designate Cartel de los Soles as a foreign terrorist organisation
Trump administration considering military action against Venezuela
Maduro denies accusations, calls it an attempt to oust him
US has offered a $50 million reward for information leading to Maduro's arrest
UN report cited by Maduro suggests only 5% of Colombian cocaine trafficked through Venezuela
- Who
- US, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, Cartel de los Soles
- What
- US designating Cartel de los Soles as a terrorist organisation, potential military action
- When
- Monday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Venezuela, US, Caribbean Sea
- Why
- US pressure on Maduro's government, accusations of drug trafficking
- Designation
- Cartel de los Soles as a foreign terrorist organisation
- US Accusation
- Maduro leading a drug-trafficking organisation
- Maduro's Response
- Denies accusations, calls it an attempt to oust him
- US Military Action
- Evaluating options, including potential strikes
- UN Report Cited
- 5% of Colombian cocaine trafficked through Venezuela
Sources
Trump to launch new phase of Venezuela operation? Several airlines cancel flights after US warning
US to Launch New Phase of Venezuela Military Ops, Plans 'leaflet Drop' Tactic to Pressure Maduro |4K
US set to label Maduro-tied Cartel de los Soles as a terror organisation. It’s not a cartel per se
