According to a report, Russia have refused to rule out a deployment of Russian troops to Cuba and Venezuela if the u.s. and allies don’t stop military activity around the Ukraine. Reportedly, the military base in Guantanamo Bay has 8,500 u.s. sailors and marines stationed there. The Guantamano province, situated in the south east of the country is surrounded by steep hills which isolates it. It has been the subject of controversy, being a site for torture and mistreatment pertaining to the Gulf wars. According to a report, the u.s. secured control of the area under a 1903 lease.
Reportedly, in 2020 there was a failed u.s. attempt to oust president Nicolas Maduro. According to a report, there have been allegations of u.s. interference for some time, including coup attempts. Reportedly, Venezuela has the world’s largest proven oil reserves.