Phil Gunson

Phil Gunson, a Venezuela and Andes expert at the International Crisis Group, and Renata Segura, the organization's Director for Latin America & Caribbean, delve into the U.S. military buildup near Venezuela. They discuss the effectiveness and implications of recent strikes on suspected drug smuggling boats. The conversation explores the complexities of U.S. policy changes, Venezuelan public sentiment, and the risks posed by regional armed groups. They also weigh the potential consequences of escalating tensions and the mixed reactions from Latin American leaders.

Phil Gunson, a Senior Analyst with the International Crisis Group, analyzes President Trump’s confirmation of CIA operations in Venezuela and the potential for a land attack, explaining the local public’s fear and confusion. Journalist Paul Salopek, a National Geographic Explorer, shares insights from his Out of Eden Walk and highlights the struggles of Shishmaref’s Inupiaq community, facing threats from climate change and the complexities of relocation. Both discussions reveal deep geopolitical and environmental challenges.

Phil Gunson, analista senior del International Crisis Group con profunda experiencia en Venezuela, aborda la creciente tensión militar en el Caribe. Discute cómo Estados Unidos justifica sus ataques a embarcaciones venezolanas bajo la premisa del narcotráfico, mientras el chavismo muestra fracturas internas. Gunson resalta el papel de Maduro y su retórica antiimperialista, y analiza las implicaciones legales y regionales de las acciones estadounidenses. Además, explora las diferencias estratégicas entre Venezuela y México en la lucha antidrogas.