Putin makes war against Trump ‘official’; Russia’s big declaration after Maduro seeks military help As U.S. military forces build up in the Caribbean, tensions rise between Washington, Moscow, and Caracas. Reports suggest the U.S. could launch airstrikes on Venezuela’s military sites “within hours,” prompting Russia to warn that Moscow will retaliate if its ally is attacked. Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro is reportedly seeking military aid from Russia, China, and Iran, including radar systems,