Tobago is monitoring regional security after Venezuela staged major military exercises on its Caribbean island of La Orchila this week. The Bolivarian National Armed Forces conducted the “Sovereign Caribbean 200” drills, showcasing live fire, amphibious armoured vehicles, warships, artillery, and anti-aircraft systems. Thousands of aero-naval troops were deployed, and a Caribbean Task Force was formally designated to strengthen Venezuela’s presence in the region. Defence Minister Vladimir Padrin

Venezuela holds “special military exercises” amid tensions with U.S.; Maduro’s show of strength Venezuelan Defence Minister Vladimir Padrino López led a “Special Military Exercises” on Saturday, conducted by the Bolivarian National Armed Forces (FANB). The drills, held under the supervision of President Nicolás Maduro, aimed to strengthen national defense and militia readiness amid growing diplomatic strain with Washington. #venezuela #maduro #fanb #vladimirpadrino #militaryexercise | The Times