Tragedy has followed every act of imperialism by the U.S., but under President Donald Trump, the consequences have also taken on a farcical character, typical of the Theatre of the Absurd. In 2026, the world is witness to another tragedy that is also a farce: a repeat of the imperial script in Venezuela, orchestrated by a Trump administration that has traded coercive diplomacy for bombing campaigns and naval blockades. While Maduro’s governance was authoritarian, the United Socialist Party of Venezuela retains a strong support base. By forcibly installing a new order, the U.S. is not “liberating” the people but validating their fears of colonial looting. If the international community remains silent, it ratifies a world order where sovereignty exists at Washington’s pleasure.

Source: The Hindu January 04, 2026 19:04 UTC