We will take the war to their doorstep - Donald Trump

In a jaw-dropping revelation, former U.S. President Donald Trump has hinted that he authorized CIA operations inside Venezuela, sparking a wave of global concern and heated debate across diplomatic circles.

The statement came shortly after six people were killed in a recent strike near Venezuela’s coast an event that has reignited tensions between Washington and Caracas. Trump, speaking confidently, declared that the U.S. has “almost totally stopped” drug trafficking by sea and is now “looking at land strikes.”

“We’ve got the sea very well under control. Now we’ll stop it by land,” Trump said, adding that the U.S. is considering new options for targeting narco-terrorist operations in the region.

B-52 Bombers Spotted Over Venezuela’s Coast

CNN reports that three U.S. Air Force B-52 bombers were tracked flying off the coast of Venezuela for over four hours fueling speculation that a major expansion of American military action may already be underway.

As of now, the Trump administration has confirmed at least five strikes against Venezuelan targets since early September. Analysts say this marks one of the boldest moves in recent years and could reshape U.S. relations in Latin America.

Pentagon Lawyers Raise Legal Concerns

Sources inside the Pentagon told CNN that several top legal officers (JAGs) have raised red flags, calling these strikes “patently unlawful” under both U.S. and international law.

Reports also suggest that the Pentagon’s top international law expert has been reassigned allegedly after questioning the legality of Trump’s Caribbean strikes.

The White House, however, maintains that the operations are lawful, insisting that “narco-terrorist organizations” pose a direct threat to the United States.

Analysts Question CIA Involvement

What shocked many observers was Trump’s own statement about the CIA’s role in Venezuela. When asked directly if the agency was authorized to target President Nicolás Maduro, Trump called it a “ridiculous question” but had already admitted authorizing CIA operations “for two reasons,” citing drug trafficking and border security.

Experts say such comments break long-standing protocol since CIA missions are supposed to remain covert and unacknowledged by any U.S. president.

Legal Experts Warn of Escalation

Ryan Goodman, a former Pentagon legal analyst, told CNN that there’s “no legal basis” for land strikes or covert operations in Venezuela.

He warned that under the War Powers Act, Trump lacks both congressional and international authorization for such attacks. “If he proceeds without approval, it could violate both U.S. law and international norms,” Goodman explained.

What Happens Next?

With the world watching closely, the possibility of U.S. ground action in Venezuela could mark a new and dangerous phase in regional tensions.

Many are now calling for Congress to intervene and clarify limits on presidential military power, especially when covert operations blur the line between national defense and political ambition.