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Venezuela declares 90-day emergency, expanding Maduro’s powers amid U.S. military tensions.
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has declared a 90-day State of External Commotion, granting himself expanded security powers to mobilize the military nationwide, control public services and the oil industry, and restrict borders.
The move, announced by Vice President Delcy Rodríguez on September 29, 2025, follows heightened U.S. military activity in the Caribbean, including warship deployments and strikes on vessels accused of drug trafficking, which Venezuela calls an act of aggression.
Maduro accused the U.S. of plotting his removal and warned of a strong military response to any attack, while the U.S. maintains its focus on combating narcotics.
The decree, extendable once, reflects escalating tensions amid ongoing geopolitical strain.
Venezuela declara una emergencia de 90 días, expandiendo los poderes de Maduro en medio de las tensiones militares estadounidenses.