Maduro says Venezuela has 5,000 Russian missiles to counter US forces

President Nicolas Maduro announced that Venezuela has deployed 5,000 Russian Igla-S missiles to counter U.S. forces. He stated these missiles are positioned in key air defense areas for national security.

This announcement comes amidst rising tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela, particularly concerning U.S. military actions in the Caribbean against drug trafficking. Maduro's remarks suggest concerns over potential U.S. intervention, especially given his own narcoterrorism charges.

The situation highlights the ongoing geopolitical strife in the region.