United States vessel faces audacious rebuke from Venezuela again

U.S. Navy and Venezuelan Air Force Engage in Second Incident in International Waters

In a developing situation, the U.S. Navy and the Venezuelan Air Force have been involved in a second incident within two days, this time near the USS Jason Dunham, which is operating in South American waters.

The primary target of the U.S. Navy group is the criminal organization Tren de Aragua, known for its involvement in drug trafficking activities. Earlier this week, U.S. military forces struck a boat linked to Tren de Aragua, resulting in the death of 11 people considered members of the drug cartel.

According to CBS News, Venezuelan F-16 fighter jets approached the USS Jason Dunham at a distance that would allow the use of weapons. However, it remains unclear whether they were equipped with missiles or other combat gear. The U.S. Navy group operating in the region has not been mentioned to have used weapons during the second incident.

The Pentagon has emphasized that such maneuvers pose a direct threat to safety and could lead to serious escalation. The first incident, which occurred near the same vessel, was described as "extremely provocative" by Washington.

The U.S. military operation against Tren de Aragua was linked to Caracas' attempts to disrupt operations against drug trafficking organizations. The incident on the day before the current event was not reported with the same level of detail, but it is known that the activity occurred in international waters.

Tren de Aragua's armed units are active in Venezuela and neighboring countries. The identified pilots or military leadership of the Venezuelan Air Force involved in the dangerous maneuvers near the US ship USS Jason Dunham have not been publicly disclosed.

The USS Jason Dunham is part of a U.S. Navy group deployed to combat drug trafficking activities. The Pentagon has reiterated that such incidents could lead to serious escalation.

This is a developing story, and more information is expected to be released in the coming days.