Venezuela to Deploy Ships to Oil Exporting Hub After US Move

Venezuela has announced that it will deploy ships to a major oil exporting hub near Colombia, in response to the United States' decision to send warships to the southern Caribbean region. This move comes amid rising tensions between Venezuela and the US, as the latter has increased its military presence in the area. The Venezuelan government has stated that this deployment is a defensive measure aimed at protecting the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The decision to send vessels to the key oil exporting hub is seen as a strategic move to ensure the uninterrupted flow of Venezuela's oil exports, which are crucial to the country's economy. The situation in the region remains tense, with both sides accusing the other of escalating the conflict. The US has cited concerns over drug trafficking and other illegal activities as the reason for its increased military presence, while Venezuela has denounced these actions as an attempt to interfere in its internal affairs.