U.S. Senator Marco Rubio said the United States does not have “forces on the ground” in Venezuela, pushing back against growing speculation as tensions surrounding the country continue to draw international attention. His comments came amid widespread questions about the extent of U.S. involvement following recent developments involving Venezuela’s leadership and security situation.
Rubio’s statement was aimed at clarifying rumors circulating on social media and in some international reports that suggested American troops were operating inside Venezuelan territory. According to Rubio, while the United States remains closely involved diplomatically and politically, there are no U.S. combat forces deployed within the country.
Despite the clarification, uncertainty remains. Observers note that U.S. officials have been careful with their wording, emphasizing that while there may be no troops physically present, Washington continues to exert pressure through other means, including sanctions, intelligence cooperation, and coordination with regional partners. This has left analysts debating what role the U.S. could still be playing behind the scenes.
The situation in Venezuela has remained volatile, with political divisions deepening and regional powers closely monitoring developments. Rubio, a longtime critic of the Venezuelan government, reiterated that the U.S. position is focused on supporting democratic processes and stability in the region, while denying any direct military occupation.