U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has issued a strong warning to Venezuela, cautioning against any military action toward neighboring Guyana amid a growing territorial dispute.
Venezuela has recently escalated tensions by sending a naval vessel into waters claimed by Guyana, an area rich in oil and gas reserves currently being developed by ExxonMobil. Rubio emphasized that any aggression would have serious consequences and highlighted the global capabilities of the U.S. Navy. The dispute centers on the Essequibo region, a long-contested area that Venezuela claims but is internationally recognized as part of Guyana.
The U.S. has signaled its support for Guyana and is closely monitoring the situation.
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Rubio Vows ‘Consequences’ if Venezuela Tries Seizing Territory From Guyana
As ExxonMobil produces oil offshore in Guyana, Venezuela has asserted claims to a large region of the country, recently sending a naval vessel into the waters.
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