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Venezuela is shooting down aircraft in its cocaine crackdown campaign

Pallak Kashyap by Pallak Kashyap
April 6, 2023
in Americas, Geopolitics
Venezuela is shooting down aircraft in its cocaine crackdown campaign
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Venezuela drug trafficking: The use of military force to combat drug trafficking is not a new concept in Latin America. However, the recent use of shooting down planes to prevent drug trafficking in Venezuela has sparked controversy and concerns about its legality and effectiveness.

Venezuela has been grappling with drug trafficking, which has been on the rise in recent years, and poses a significant threat to the security and stability of the country. As a result, the National Armed Forces of Venezuela have resorted to using the tactic of shooting down planes involved in drug trafficking.

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While Venezuela’s government has defended this tactic, claiming it is essential to protect their security and sovereignty, human rights organizations have raised concerns about the legality of this practice.

Shooting down planes is a violation of international law, and it can lead to the loss of innocent lives. Additionally, it can result in the destruction of vital evidence that could be used to prosecute drug traffickers. Critics of this tactic argue that it is not an effective way to combat drug trafficking. Instead, they suggest investing in intelligence gathering and increasing resources for law enforcement agencies to dismantle drug trafficking networks.

Narco-Planes Shot Down by Venezuela in Amplified Fight against Trafficking | Venezuelanalysis.com
Source: Venezuela Analysis

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The use of this tactic has also led to tensions between Venezuela and Colombia. Colombia has condemned the use of force and has warned that it could lead to a dangerous escalation of tensions between the two countries.

In conclusion, the use of shooting down planes to combat drug trafficking in Venezuela has sparked controversy and concerns about its legality and effectiveness. While the government claims it is necessary to protect their security and sovereignty, critics argue that it is a violation of international law and may not be an effective strategy in combating drug trafficking. As the region continues to grapple with drug trafficking, finding solutions that are both effective and legal is crucial.

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Pallak Kashyap

Pallak Kashyap

Columnist at TFI Media. A political addict who is trying to explore the never-ending sea of international relations.

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