Why the U.S. Is Flying Bombers Near Venezuela

Geopolitical Situation - US bombers, including B1 and B-52, flew near Venezuela, with the B1 flying near islands northeast of Caracas [1] - The Pentagon called the B-52 flights an "attack demonstration" [1] - These missions appear to be a show of force to Venezuelan leader Nicholas Maduro, signaling US presence [1] - The bomber missions also appear to be conducting surveillance, equipped with advanced sensors [1] - Venezuelan troops staged military drills in September near one of the islands the bombers flew near [1] - Officials suggest the tempo of bomber missions could increase [1] - Venezuela is bracing for a potential attack [1] - President Trump stated the Wall Street Journal's reporting on the B1 flight was "not accurate" and that the US is "not happy with Venezuela" [1]