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Trump Authorized Military Strikes in Venezuela Before Recent Operation: CBS

Published January 3, 2026, 09:10
Trump Authorized Military Strikes in Venezuela Before Recent Operation: CBS

According to a CBS News report, Donald Trump had given the go-ahead for military strikes in Venezuela days before the recent operation. US officials discussed the possibility of ground attacks on Venezuelan military installations on Christmas Day, but priority was given to airstrikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria. After the holidays, weather conditions were considered more favorable for the operation, however it was ultimately postponed. The information comes from two anonymous sources within the military who confirmed that Trump had approved potential military action.