The Pentagon is deploying warships to waters around Central and South America, an unusually large naval build-up that has stoked tensions with Venezuela and other Latin American countries.
The US Navy has sent at least seven vessels, including three guided-missile destroyers, an amphibious assault ship and a guided-missile cruiser, according to people familiar with the matter. A nuclear-powered fast attack submarine has also been deployed, according to one person.
The Trump administration has billed the move, which involves thousands of sailors and marines, as part of its efforts to combat drug trafficking by cartels.
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