U.S. deploys F-35 jets to Puerto Rico to counter drug cartels, escalating tension with Venezuela.

Five US F-35 stealth fighter jets have landed in Puerto Rico as part of a military buildup ordered by President Trump to strengthen anti-drug operations in the Caribbean. The deployment comes amid heightened tensions with Venezuela, following a US strike on a vessel allegedly operated by drug traffickers from Venezuela. Venezuela has accused the US of illegal actions in its waters, with both countries escalating their military presence in the region.