Venezuela Plans Land Grab of Oil-Rich Guyana, Two-Thirds of Their Territory
Landmark Vote Sets Up Showdown with Guyana Over Disputed Region: An Old Dispute Ignites New Tensions in South America
Venezuelans voted overwhelmingly to take control of Guyana's Essequibo region in a disputed referendum, further escalating tensions.
Venezuela has claimed the oil-rich area since colonial times but Guyana vows to defend its sovereign territory.
With UN intervention, analysts warn of potential armed conflict even as Venezuela struggles with economic crises.
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