The commentator Pete Hegseth recently noted that an intercepted vessel was under the operation of the Tren de Aragua, a criminal organization that originated in a prison in Venezuela. Over time, this mafia has managed to expand into various countries across the Latin American continent. According to Hegseth, this expansion has been made possible thanks to the apparent connivance of chavismo, which has facilitated the strengthening of its criminal activities internationally.
The Aragua Train, known for its high level of violence, has diversified its operations, including drug trafficking and extortion, which has solidified it as one of the region's most dangerous organizations. The involvement of this mafia in maritime transport underscores the growing sophistication of its methods and its ability to infiltrate various sectors, which poses a significant challenge to security both inside and outside Venezuela.
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