In early January this year (2026), the US launched strikes on Venezuela – not a one-off move but the latest in a 100-year saga of interventions across Latin America 💔.
Since 1954, when the US backed a coup in Guatemala over land reforms, to 1973 Chile overthrow, Nicaragua in the 80s, Panama in 1989, and now Operation Absolute Resolve, Washington has wrapped power plays in slogans like 'stability' and 'democracy'.
Key moments:
- 1954 – Guatemala: Land reforms threatened big firms like United Fruit. The US backed a coup, sparking 36 years of civil war and over 200,000 deaths. 😔
- 1973 – Chile: Covert ops helped topple Salvador Allende, paving the way for Pinochet’s rule and rapid market changes that split opinions. 💼📉
- 1980s – Nicaragua: After the Sandinistas ousted a pro-US regime, the US funded rebels, fueling a brutal civil war and lasting poverty. 🌾🚧
- 1989 – Panama: A swift invasion aimed at control of the Canal left nearly 500 Panamanians dead. 🚢🇵🇦
- 2026 – Venezuela: Operation Absolute Resolve started Jan 3, marking the latest chapter in this ongoing saga. 💥🇻🇪
The playbook remains the same: label a government dangerous, then move in under the banner of liberation – leaving behind fractured societies and long shadows. 🌐
For our generation, keen on global justice and digital activism, these stories highlight how big powers shape history far from home. As debates over foreign policy intensify, understanding this legacy helps us question narratives and stand up for real sovereignty and social justice everywhere. ✊📱
What do you think? Drop your thoughts and let’s keep the convo going. 🔄
Reference(s):
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