Amid ongoing US military operations in the Southern Caribbean, President Donald Trump has suggested that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro’s tenure may be nearing its end. During an interview with CBS’s 60 Minutes host Norah O’Donnell at his Mar-a-Lago club in Florida, Trump addressed a range of topics, including Venezuela, the Israel-Palestine conflict, and nuclear tests. When questioned about the possibility of war with Venezuela, Trump responded ambiguously, stating, ‘I doubt it. I don’t think so,’ but added that Venezuela has treated the US ‘very badly,’ particularly regarding drug trafficking and the alleged release of prisoners and mental health patients into the US. The US military buildup in the region, which began in late August, includes a guided missile destroyer, attack helicopters, stealth fighter jets, and a nuclear submarine, with the USS Gerald Ford aircraft carrier en route. Officially, the operations aim to combat narco-terrorism, with at least nine air strikes reportedly killing 60 people on vessels accused of smuggling drugs. However, Trump hinted that the campaign also addresses broader issues, including Venezuela’s actions toward the US. When asked if Maduro’s days were numbered, Trump affirmed, ‘I would say, yeah. I think so, yeah.’ Despite speculation about potential land strikes, Trump refused to disclose details, emphasizing he wouldn’t discuss military plans with reporters. Recent reports of a planned strike on Venezuelan military targets were denied by Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Trump. Meanwhile, the TT Defence Force was placed on high alert, causing public unease, though officials described it as a drill. The presence of the USS Gravely in Trinidad and Tobago’s waters sparked protests and condemnation from Venezuela, with the TT government defending the visit as part of long-standing security and humanitarian collaboration.