Konstantin Toropin

In this discussion, Konstantin Toropin, a Pentagon reporter for the Associated Press, delves into the recent U.S. military strikes on Venezuelan boats, which led to a tragic loss of life. He illuminates the controversy surrounding the claims that these boats were connected to drug trafficking and the lack of public evidence backing such assertions. The conversation also highlights bipartisan concerns about the legal implications of the strikes and the escalating militarization of U.S.–Venezuela relations, raising questions about the potential for deeper conflicts.