Temporary Amnesia
A letter to the editor in Kaieteur News argues that Guyana's defence against Venezuelan aggression has leaned heavily on US political and military backing. After Venezuela's late-2023 referendum laid claim to two-thirds of Guyanese territory, US Southern Command carried out joint flight operations and military exercises in response. The writer contends that this show of force pushed Caracas to put its own political survival ahead of any cross-border move.
Dear Editor, Preserving Guyana’s sovereignty against Venezuelan aggression has hinged significantly on direct U.S. political and military deterrence. Following Venezuela’s late-2023 referendum claiming two-thirds of Guyana, U.S. Southern Command joint flight operations and military exercises signaled a firm response to a potential invasion, effectively forcing Caracas to prioritise internal political survival over regional expansionism. During […] The post Temporary Amnesia appeared first on Kaieteur News .
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