US Southern Command

‘It’s been an honour’: Navy admiral leading US forces in Caribbean retires – who is Alvin Holsey?

Admiral Alvin Holsey (Courtesy: Southern Command) Admiral Alvin Holsey, who leads the US Southern Command overseeing operations across Central and South America, announced on Thursday that he is retiring from service. In his role, Holsey has overseen ongoing operations targeting suspected drug-carrying vessels in the Caribbean.“It’s been an honour to serve our nation, the American […]

‘Watch out, Mr Trump’: Maduro warns US of ‘maximum rebellion’ if attacked, says war with Venezuela would ‘stain your hands with blood’

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro warned that his country would respond with an “armed fight” if the United States launched a military strike, accusing Secretary of State Marco Rubio of trying to drag President Donald Trump into a Caribbean war that could damage his reputation.‘Watch out, Mr Trump’“Mr President, Donald Trump, watch out, because Mr Rubio […]