美国派航母赴拉美 多国强烈谴责

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. military is deploying aircraft carrier strike groups to Latin America to combat transnational crime and drug terrorism, raising suspicions about the true intent of undermining the Venezuelan government rather than merely fighting drug trafficking [1][2]. Military Deployment - The U.S. is deploying the "Gerald R. Ford" aircraft carrier strike group to the Southern Command area, enhancing capabilities to combat drug trafficking and weaken transnational criminal organizations [2]. - The "Ford" aircraft carrier, which entered service in 2017, is the latest and most advanced U.S. Navy carrier, capable of carrying over 75 aircraft and equipped with a missile arsenal [3]. - The U.S. has already deployed 8 ships, a submarine, multiple F-35 stealth fighters, and MQ-9 Reaper drones in the Caribbean, indicating a significant escalation in military presence [3]. Regional Tensions - Venezuelan President Maduro condemned the U.S. for "manufacturing a new endless war," warning of retaliation from armed Venezuelans if U.S. interference occurs [4]. - Venezuela has initiated coastal defense exercises named "Independence 200 Plan" to prepare its military and militia for potential threats [4]. - The U.S. has also imposed sanctions on Colombian President Petro, citing the failure to control drug trafficking, which has strained U.S.-Colombia relations [4].