President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to Venezuela, saying the United States is considering “looking at land” for possible military strikes aimed at dismantling drug cartels.

The statement comes after several deadly encounters at sea between U.S. forces and suspected drug-smuggling vessels operating in the Caribbean. According to Trump, these recent incidents highlight the growing threat posed by narcotics traffickers believed to be operating under protection from within Venezuela’s borders.

While no official plans for a ground operation have been confirmed, Trump’s remarks signal a more aggressive stance against transnational crime networks in the region. Analysts say this could mark a significant escalation in Washington’s long-running campaign to curb the flow of illegal drugs entering the United States.

Venezuelan officials have not yet responded to Trump’s comments, but the warning adds fresh tension to already strained U.S.–Venezuela relations.