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 at the International Crisis Group and Venezuela expert based in Caracas, reveals vital insights into Maduro's enduring regime. He discusses the crucial role of Cuban intelligence in maintaining military loyalty and the regime's financial support through gold mining and sanctions evasion. Gunson highlights the challenges of destabilizing Maduro’s dictatorship, the risks of power struggles, and the realities of daily life in Venezuela, including food shortages and blackouts. His firsthand perspective sheds light on the complexities of Venezuelan politics.

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.