The US has launched a military operation called 'Spear of the South' targeting 'narco-terrorists' and Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. This move has raised concerns about potential regime change in Caracas and the US reasserting its influence in the region.

Washington declares operation ‘Spear of the South’ against ‘narco-terrorists’ and ‘cartel head’ Nicolas Maduro. As it moves heavy firepower into the Caribbean, observers say the move could be aimed at regime change in Caracas and reasserting the U.S.’s power over the region amid rising influence of China and Russia