Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent sanctions imposed by the United States on Colombian President Gustavo Petro and Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, highlighting the escalating tensions between these countries and the U.S. regarding drug trafficking and military presence in the Caribbean region [3][4][6][9]. Group 1: U.S. Sanctions and Responses - The U.S. announced sanctions against President Petro and his family, citing anti-drug laws, which will freeze their assets and financial services in the U.S. [6] - President Petro condemned the sanctions as a "paradox," emphasizing Colombia's efforts in combating drug trafficking and expressing his determination to defend the rights of the Colombian people against U.S. actions [5][6]. - The Colombian Foreign Ministry strongly criticized the sanctions as "unfounded," noting the deterioration of U.S.-Colombia relations, which were once characterized by strong alliance [7]. Group 2: Venezuelan Stance - President Maduro accused the U.S. of "manufacturing a new war" and stated that Venezuela would strive to prevent such conflicts, advocating for peace and harmony in the region [9]. - Maduro highlighted that the U.S. is using military threats and fabricated stories to undermine Venezuela, despite reports indicating that Venezuela is not a major source of drugs entering the U.S. [9]. - The U.S. has increased military presence in the Caribbean under the pretext of combating drug trafficking, which Maduro claims is a tactic for regime change in Venezuela [9].

Group 1 - The U.S. imposed sanctions on Colombian President Petro and Venezuelan President Maduro, with both leaders responding strongly to the actions [2][3] - The U.S. Department of Defense announced the deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group to the Caribbean, aimed at enhancing capabilities to combat drug trafficking and transnational crime [2] - Colombia's Foreign Ministry condemned the sanctions as "unfounded," highlighting the recent deterioration in U.S.-Colombia relations, which were previously characterized by strong alliance [4] Group 2 - President Maduro of Venezuela accused the U.S. of attempting to "manufacture" a new war, emphasizing the desire for peace among South American and Caribbean nations [5] - The U.S. has increased military presence in the Caribbean under the pretext of combating drug trafficking, with reports indicating that Venezuela is not a major source of drugs entering the U.S. [6] - The Venezuelan government has repeatedly claimed that the U.S. is using military threats to instigate regime change in Venezuela and expand its military influence in Latin America [6]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent military actions taken by the United States against drug trafficking in the Caribbean, highlighting tensions with Venezuela and Colombia, as well as the implications of U.S. sanctions on Colombian President Petro [1][2][4][5]. Group 1: U.S. Military Actions - On October 24, the U.S. Defense Secretary announced the sinking of a drug trafficking boat in international waters, resulting in six deaths, marking the tenth military strike against suspected drug vessels since September, which has led to at least 43 fatalities [2][3]. - The U.S. military presence in the Caribbean is being enhanced with the deployment of the USS Ford aircraft carrier strike group to combat drug trafficking and transnational criminal organizations as per President Trump's directive [2][3]. Group 2: U.S.-Venezuela Relations - The U.S. has been conducting military operations near Venezuela, including the deployment of B-1B bombers, which has raised concerns about potential ground military actions in the region [3]. - Venezuelan President Maduro has condemned U.S. actions as fabrications aimed at justifying military aggression, asserting that Venezuela will resist any attempts to instigate war [3]. Group 3: U.S.-Colombia Relations - The U.S. Treasury imposed sanctions on Colombian President Petro and his family, accusing him of allowing drug trafficking to flourish, which has led to increased cocaine production in Colombia [4][5]. - President Petro criticized the sanctions as hypocritical, stating that Colombia has been actively combating drug trafficking for decades and has sought to assist the U.S. in reducing cocaine consumption [4][5].

最新消息。 当地时间10月24日，美国国防部（"战争部"）发布声明表示，为响应美国总统特朗普关于瓦解跨国犯罪组织 (TCO) 和打击毒品恐怖主义以保卫国 土的指令，美国国防部长（"战争部长"）已指示"福特"号航母打击群及其舰载机联队前往美国南方司令部的责任区，即加勒比海地区。 声明表示，增强在南方司令部责任区的美军存在将增强美国侦查、监视和阻止危害美国国土安全与繁荣以及西半球安全的非法行为者和活动的能 力。这些部队将增强和扩大现有的打击毒品贩运、削弱和瓦解跨国犯罪组织的能力。 拉美进行军事扩张。 综合自：央视新闻 责编：李丹 校对：苏焕文 版权声明 证券时报各平台所有原创内容，未经书面授权，任何单位及个人不得转载。我社保留追 究相关 行 为主体法律责任的权利。 美国防部：美军再袭击加勒比海船只 致6人死亡 美国国防部长（"战争部长"）赫格塞思24日说，美军夜间在加勒比海国际水域又击沉一艘"贩毒船"，船上6人死亡。 这是美军对涉嫌贩毒船只进行的第十次军事打击，9月以来的10次袭击共造成至少43人死亡。 赫格塞思在社交媒体上说，被击沉船只属于被美国政府认定为恐怖组织的"阿拉瓜火车"贩毒集团，船上载有毒品。 本月初 ...

Core Points - The U.S. military has conducted its tenth military strike against suspected drug trafficking vessels, resulting in at least 43 deaths since September [2][3] - The targeted vessel was linked to the "Aragua Train" drug trafficking group, recognized by the U.S. government as a terrorist organization [3] - The U.S. Department of Defense has increased military presence in the Caribbean to enhance capabilities against transnational criminal organizations and drug trafficking [5] Group 1 - The U.S. military sank another drug trafficking vessel in the Caribbean, leading to six fatalities [1] - The military actions are part of a broader strategy to combat drug terrorism and protect U.S. national security as directed by President Trump [3][5] - The U.S. has deployed multiple naval vessels in the Caribbean under the pretext of combating drug trafficking, despite reports indicating that Venezuela is not a major source of drugs entering the U.S. [6] Group 2 - President Trump indicated that the U.S. is dissatisfied with Venezuela for various reasons and hinted at potential ground military actions [6] - Venezuelan President Maduro has responded by emphasizing a desire for peace and warning of resistance if the U.S. were to invade [6][7] - The Venezuelan military has begun coastal defense exercises to prepare for potential threats, indicating heightened tensions in the region [7]

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. Department of Defense has deployed the USS Ford carrier strike group to the Caribbean region to combat transnational criminal organizations and drug terrorism as directed by President Trump [1][3]. Group 1 - The deployment aims to enhance U.S. military presence in the Southern Command area, improving capabilities for reconnaissance, monitoring, and countering illegal activities that threaten U.S. homeland security and prosperity [3]. - The U.S. government has recently claimed to be in a non-international armed conflict with drug trafficking organizations designated as terrorist groups [4]. - Since September, the U.S. has reported sinking multiple alleged drug trafficking vessels off the coast of Venezuela, despite reports indicating that Venezuela is not a major source of drugs entering the U.S. [4].

Group 1 - The U.S. Treasury Department announced sanctions against Colombian President Petro and his family, freezing their assets and financial services in the U.S. [1][2] - Treasury Secretary Yellen accused Petro of allowing drug trafficking groups to thrive, leading to an increase in cocaine production in Colombia [4] - Petro condemned the sanctions as a paradox, stating that Colombia has been effectively combating drug trafficking for decades [4] Group 2 - The U.S. Defense Department is deploying the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier strike group to the Latin American region, enhancing capabilities to monitor and combat drug trafficking [5] - This military action is part of a broader strategy to expand operations against drug trafficking organizations in Latin America [5] - Recent military actions by the U.S. have resulted in multiple strikes against suspected drug trafficking vessels, with significant casualties reported [7]

Group 1 - The U.S. Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) imposed sanctions on Colombian President Gustavo Petro and Interior Minister Armando Benedetti due to their involvement in drug trafficking activities, marking an escalation in tensions between the U.S. and Colombia [1] - The U.S. State Department no longer recognizes Colombia's anti-drug efforts and has sanctioned multiple Colombian officials [1] - President Petro protested against the sanctions, stating that he and his family were unjustly included on the sanctions list [2] Group 2 - On the same day, President Petro called for a march in Bogotá to demand a constitutional assembly [3] - Petro announced plans to sue former U.S. President Trump for defamatory remarks, following Trump's accusations of Petro being a "villain" and responsible for drug production [3] - The U.S. has recently suspended all aid to Colombia, citing the country's lack of action against drug trafficking, and threatened to impose tariffs on Colombian goods [3]

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on Colombian President Gustavo Petro and several officials, citing an increase in cocaine production and trafficking in Colombia, which has affected the U.S. market [1]. Group 1: Sanctions and Responses - The U.S. Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control has sanctioned President Petro, his wife, son, and Interior Minister Armando Benedetti, freezing their assets and financial services in the U.S. [1] - President Petro condemned the sanctions as a "complete paradox," asserting that Colombia has been effectively combating drug trafficking for decades to help reduce cocaine consumption in the U.S. [1] - Petro has hired a U.S. lawyer for defense and stated he will not back down or submit to the U.S. government's actions [1]. Group 2: U.S.-Colombia Relations - Historically, Colombia has been a traditional ally of the U.S. in Latin America, but recent relations have become strained [1]. - The U.S. has conducted operations in the Caribbean targeting several vessels, including those from Colombia, under the pretext of combating drug trafficking [1]. - In addition to sanctions, the U.S. has suspended aid and threatened to impose tariffs on Colombia [1].

第九次袭击。 当地时间10月22日，美国国防部长赫格塞思宣布，美军当天在东太平洋对一艘"涉嫌贩毒"的船只实施打击，造成3人死亡。 这是自9月初以来美方针对南美近海"毒品走私行动"的第九次袭击。 美称在东太平洋击沉"贩毒船" 22日稍早前，赫格塞思表示，21日晚，美军在太平洋袭击另一艘船只，造成2人死亡。 哥伦比亚总统：美用导弹打击快艇无法遏制毒品贩运 当地时间22日，在美国宣布于太平洋地区对第二艘涉嫌运毒的船只实施打击后，哥伦比亚总统佩特罗当晚作出回应，称此举"公然违反国际法"，并指出这种 以导弹袭击小型快艇为核心的战略"无法遏制可卡因贩运"。 佩特罗在社交媒体上表示，虽然尚不清楚遭袭船只属于厄瓜多尔还是哥伦比亚，但美国政府的此次行动已造成人员死亡，明显违反国际法基本准则。 佩特罗认为，太平洋海域辽阔，小型快艇无法完成跨洋运输。目前，大多数可卡因通过商船走私。因此，把战略重点放在对小型快艇发射导弹上，无论是在 加勒比海还是太平洋，不但无法遏制毒品走私，反而使美国"站在国际法之外"。 据美国媒体报道，事件发生在哥伦比亚太平洋沿岸附近。这是9月以来美军以打击贩毒名义在公海击沉的第八艘船，也是首次在太平洋海域进行这 ...