US Warns Venezuela of 'Consequences' After Incursion in Guyana Disputed Waters

US Warns Venezuela of 'Consequences' After Incursion in Guyana Disputed Waters
Above: Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro speaks during the event in support of his government's position in the territorial dispute over Guayana Esequiba in Caracas on Dec. 8, 2023. Image copyright: Mariela Lopez/Anadolu via Getty Images

The Spin

Pro-establishment narrative

The international community has sided with Guyana in the face of this absurd and unacceptable violation of its sovereignty within its territorial waters and Exclusive Economic Zone. It's pressing that Venezuela refrains from threats and provocations, and waits for the International Court of Justice to deliver a ruling on the Essequibo case.

Establishment-critical narrative

America is using Guyana as a cannon fodder to attack Venezuela and create a regional war for the benefit of ExxonMobil, all with the support of US-controlled regional organizations. The Venezuelan vessel was actually carrying out legitimate patrol activities in disputed waters to assert its rights over the Essequibo.

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