Venezuela disputes US claims about individuals killed in maritime operation

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Venezuela denies that the 11 individuals killed in a US maritime operation were gang members, contradicting US claims. The US stated the vessel was carrying drugs and its occupants were from the Tren de Aragua gang, en route to the US. Venezuela asserts its investigation found no gang members or drug smugglers among the deceased. Venezuela's president announced the deployment of military and civilian forces nationwide, declaring readiness for armed conflict if necessary.


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