US Supports Guyana in Territorial Dispute with Venezuela as Tensions Escalate

The United States has expressed its full support for Guyana in its territorial dispute with Venezuela over the oil-rich Essequibo region. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken reaffirmed Guyana's sovereignty over the disputed area and called for a peaceful resolution to the crisis. Venezuela recently held a vote to annex the region, despite warnings from the International Court of Justice. Guyana has put its armed forces on alert and sought support from regional allies, including Brazil. The dispute centers around the vast natural and mineral resources in the area, including significant oil reserves.