Tensions Rise as US Flights Enter Guyana Amid Venezuela Dispute
The United States has announced that it will conduct flight operations within Guyana, in response to growing border tensions between Guyana and Venezuela. The dispute over the oil-rich Essequibo region has escalated, with Venezuela rejecting the jurisdiction of the international court of justice (ICJ) and backing the creation of a new Venezuelan state. Guyana has questioned the legitimacy of the vote and put its armed forces on high alert. Britain and Brazil have expressed concerns about the situation, with Brazil suggesting multilateral bodies should contribute to a peaceful solution. The US has reaffirmed its support for Guyana's sovereignty, and analysts believe the referendum was an attempt by Maduro to gauge his government's support ahead of the 2024 election.
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