when dictators are losing peoples support and their regime is weakening going in to a war is one of the options to stay in power

I was in Georgetown, Guyana for 3 months earlier this year. And yes, American military is already there!

Nope dont think so, USA made it clear, that it will miliary support Guyana in an event of a war.

As a Guyanese, hopefully not lmao

Glad to see our country getting attention, but i didnt expect in this way

Western Communist: Indigenous people have a right to self-determination Also Western Communist: Make up some BS excess about reclaiming Land drawn up by other imperialist

I love, just love that Venezuelans like to declare this as some anti-imperialist action. When their country only exists because of Spanish imperialism and that the population of Guyana is almost entirely made up of non-colonist peoples. Africans, Indians, and natives are the vast majority of the population with very few white people. It's also *totally* a coincidence that Guyana has become stinking rich and they decided to hold a referendum on taking that land 'back'.

Essequibo was never part of the republic of Venezuela, only during the colonisation in the 18th century. So, they have no right to make any claim

I'm Guynese and if it wasn't for the oil Maduro would not be interested

Essequibo belongs to Guyana. The mad man MADuro regime will not get a blade of grass . Since 1899 it was decided Essequibo is part of Guyana.

New host is good. 👍 However, this video fails to convey the difficulty associated with invading Essequibo -- even without outside intervention. Yeah, Venezuela has a huge advantage in personnel and hardware, but you can't just roll tanks into Amazon basin forest. Essequibo aint the farmlands of eastern Ukraine. Occupying and holding that large region is logistically difficult, and Venezuela's forces may be vulnerable to asymmetric tactics and ongoing harassment for a long period of time. ... or, I suppose the Brits could show up with the HMS Queen Elizabeth carrier strike group. That might be somewhat dissuasive 😊

The reason the Venezuelans couldnt take back the land in the past is because the british would have kicked their arses , he sees Guyana as weak but forget allies are a country's strength

If he invades Guyana, it wont be the Venezuelan army but Wagner Mercenaries, they are already recruited Cubans, and there are plenty of Former FARC Fighters in Colombian that are doing nothing after the peace treaty and have plenty of experience in Jungle warfare...and its all not for the Oil but for the gold and rare minerals deposits in Esequibo. Russian mining Companies are already in Venezuela exploiting the easy accessible deposits, even those in Indigenous protected areas...

i love how visual politik isn't talking about the argyle declaration that took place in st. Vincent in December, where ihram Ali, Maduro, lula and a host of CARICOM heads meet.

I think if Venezuela is to invade Guyana, it will provoke strong hostility in India, and very much, can alter India-Russia relations given Venezuela is supported by Russia. While India does not have capacity to aid Guyana, Guyana is held differently in India; it is not just a country, but it is also a deeply-connected nation for many Indians due to Guyana's strong Indian link with over 40% population are Indians and many Indian festivals are official in Guyana. Moreover, Guyana has always been seen as an innocent nation on the eyes of Indians, since Guyana has been neutral since independence, and many Guyanese are studying in India; by contrast, Venezuela is backed by Russia and this kind of fake referendum is not without Putin's guidance. Let's hope that Maduro won't go insane, but, since Maduro is Putin's little puppet, we should not expect much.

you made a mistake with unit conversions: 159,542 km2 = 61,600 mi2, not approx 100,000. area units change with the square of the linear factor.

Guayana is a native American nation with many immigrant families. Venezuela isn't Grand Columbia or Spain. If we look at the symbolism of Guyana we understand. The native American national dish, golden Arrowhead flag, native presidential seal headress crown and native American name. Proudly British foundation and native American roots. If it wasn't for the British, the people of Guyana wouldn't have freedom or independence today as the empire ended slavery within 2 years of finally having full control of the territory.

Good new host with the same style as the rest. We have to settle in a bit but it isnt a big deal. His voice is a little strange for some reason, idk what it is, but no problem, just getting used to it. Keep up the good work!

Welcome Jake

Isn't there only a single road from Venezuela into Guyana and it crosses through Brazil? I don't see how war would even be possible. The border between the two is deep, undeveloped rainforest.

The potential invasion of Guyana by Venezuela is considered dangerous for several reasons: 1. Border dispute: The invasion threat arises from a long-standing border dispute between Venezuela and Guyana. Both countries claim ownership of the Essequibo region, which borders Venezuela and contains significant oil and gas reserves. The dispute has escalated recently as Guyana started exploring and exploiting these resources, leading to increased tension between the two nations. 2. Military imbalance: Venezuela has a significantly stronger military compared to Guyana. Venezuela possesses a larger standing army, advanced weaponry, and a military with greater experience in conflicts. In contrast, Guyana has a smaller and less-equipped military. This imbalance in military power increases the potential danger and puts Guyana at a significant disadvantage. 3. Regional instability: An invasion of Guyana could lead to regional instability in South America. It may trigger a domino effect, leading to other countries becoming involved in the conflict. For instance, countries like Brazil and Colombia, which border both Venezuela and Guyana, may feel compelled to intervene or support Guyana due to concerns about territorial integrity and the potential spillover of violence. 4. Economic impact: Guyana possesses immense natural resources, particularly oil reserves, which are crucial for its economic development. An invasion and subsequent disruption of oil production could have severe economic consequences for Guyana, as well as neighboring countries that rely on the stability of the region for trade. 5. Diplomatic repercussions: An invasion by Venezuela would likely result in strong international condemnation and potential economic sanctions against Venezuela. It could strain diplomatic relations between Venezuela and other nations, triggering regional and global responses. Such repercussions could further exacerbate the political and economic crises already faced by Venezuela. Overall, the potential invasion of Guyana by Venezuela poses significant risks, including the potential for military conflict, regional instability, economic disruption, and strained diplomatic relations. Certainly! Here are some further points on why the potential invasion of Guyana by Venezuela is considered dangerous: 6. Humanitarian crisis: An invasion could result in the displacement of a significant number of people and create a humanitarian crisis. Refugees may flee from the conflict zone seeking safety and access to basic necessities such as food, water, and healthcare. This would further burden neighboring countries and strain regional resources. 7. International law violations: An invasion would be a clear violation of international law, specifically the principles of territorial integrity and non-aggression. It could set a dangerous precedent for other countries with territorial disputes, undermining the stability of the international system and the sanctity of borders. 8. Proxy war potential: The conflict between Venezuela and Guyana could attract the involvement of other countries seeking to exert influence or protect their own interests. This could potentially turn the situation into a proxy war, escalating the conflict and increasing the danger for both countries involved. 9. Escalation of violence: If an invasion were to occur, it could quickly escalate into a full-scale war, as both countries could seek additional support from their allies. Such escalation would result in a greater loss of life, destruction of infrastructure, and devastation for the people living in the region. 10. Impact on regional stability: The invasion could have a profound impact on the stability of the wider region. It could lead to the erosion of democratic institutions, exacerbate existing political divisions, and heighten tensions among neighboring countries. This would hinder regional cooperation and progress on issues such as trade, security, and development. 11. Environmental consequences: The disputed region, the Essequibo, is known for its rich biodiversity and fragile ecosystem. Any military activities or disturbances caused during an invasion could result in significant environmental damage, affecting not only the local ecosystems but also impacting the wider region's ecology and natural resources. In conclusion, the potential invasion of Guyana by Venezuela poses numerous dangers, including military conflict, regional instability, humanitarian crises, violations of international law, and environmental damage. Its consequences could extend beyond the two countries involved, affecting the broader region and potentially triggering a cascade of negative effects with severe and lasting ramifications.

They’ve already declared war. If the two armies haven’t made contact they never will.

Guyana is not a rich or developed country, yet it has been a rather peaceful nation since independence. The official name of Guyana is "Co-operative Republic", reflects Guyana's desire to stay neutral. That's why you never hear of Guyana joining anybody war, and Guyana didn't even support the US in Iraq, Afghanistan, and didn't even join sanction against Russia since its invasion of Ukraine. In term, Guyana is a perfect kid for both first and third world, the kid nobody cares nor harms him. Now, Venezuela, run by Putin's puppets, is seeking for a war of conquest against Guyana, which is shocking at best. It is worth noting that Russian and Cuban mercenaries are present in Venezuela, and receive direct orders from Putin. If Venezuela is to invade, Guyana will have a hard time ahead due to its weaker military and the fact that Guyana is a neutral nation for decades. Guyana should rally necessary allies, such as the West, other Latin American countries, and especially, India and the Muslim world; the former is due to strong India tie (nearly half of Guyanese population are Indians), and the latter is due to the current Guyanese President being a Sunni Muslim, which is likely to galvanise Muslim world's support due to Guyana's largely peaceful nature. Guyana should use these advantages to deter Venezuela.

Good one Jake, good voice and confidence

Caracas can’t even manage to keep up oil production, they aren’t capable of waging war. This is all public spectacle. Great new presenter for the channel, by the way

If you see two neighbors fighting it was because a British man visited them.

Is it mandatory that if you work @ VisualPolitik you have to wear a Hawaiian shirt?

You completely left out and overlooked the scumbaggary that was central to the randomly positioned line that gave British Guyana the extra land. The main reason the British were interested was that gold had been discovered on the river and they wanted it. I get you are by design trying to balance information with watchability but get the basics right !!

Jake is a solid host! Hope we see him more.

I like the new host. Good voice and clear presentation of facts. Good luck Jake 👍👍

Stalin held elections regularly, with him alone on the ballot, and i dare you not show up at a ballot box in time.

If they do they will be sanctioned into poverty they've never even thought possible.

JOSH and Jake don't stop those shirts it's brings Joy to a sad video from fellow winter Hawaii shirt Wearer.

cant get the melody at 11:50 out of my head. what song is this?

@12:52 Why are the floor tiles decorated with THAT?

Invade with what? Two pick up vans with two AK 47s taped to the roof?

how many of venezuelas 2021 30million people now still live in some other country due to mismanaged economy? Also, everyone still talks of african population boom but looking columbia and venezuela chart, theyve doubled population in last 50 years... unheard of too fast pace for any country, which explains lot of unstability and other problems. Columbia is stable now afaik. But poverty,violence stays quite high with that kind of trend. So I wonder how this is playing into venezuela's situation... by that I mean think some big city doubling population in 20-30 years, how much tension and violence and all that is result of lack of housing, no daycare, not enough schools... simply due to insane population growth in relatively small time.

This bus driver is aggressive

Good job new guy

Less debate, more dialogue

No, he won't, the U.S. would get involved in the exchange of those oil rights and than only we win

You have stated that now Guyana is an independent country, yes, it is, within the British Commonwealth of Nations. More over when you demand the Essequibo, you want it, go to the British, because it was always theirs to do with what so ever they like. So let maduro be a real man, instead of picking on tiny Guyana, let him go to Britian stomp his feed and demand the Essequibo, and let the British know, if they do not give it to him, he will take it by force.

19:34 what’s Cuba’s current outlook on this?

I like this new guy a lot.

2:59 never seen someone let themselves go so fast

+1 Respect to the countries that claim to be anti-imperialist while trying to invade and conquer their neighbors.

I'm sure the actual reason has little to do with a history lesson. Oil was found and Venezuela, instead of making a trade agreement has chosen to simply take it and then use "history" as a "justification." Simple as that.

0:04 You either vote or you'll be in the government's blacklist.

If this happens all other American countries are obligated to defend Guyana by treaty. And this will only happen if Brazil allows it, currently Brazil is under communist totalitarian government so...yeah it will happen and it will not be pretty.

Watching from Guyana 🇬🇾 🇬🇾 🇬🇾

Nice

The crazyness I have seen so far realy lets me fear for the worst!

An attack on Venezuela would generate support from all the Hispanic American countries in South, Central and North America, not to mention the 40 million who live in the United States. The Essequibo is from Venezuela and LATAM, the English grafted 800 thousand Asians and Afros to create a fictitious country. A Latam joining the Brics would mean leaving the Westerners alone surrounded by their rivals. In 1982, England gave up attacking Argentina in the mainland because Ronald Reagan forbade them from doing so, telling them that there was a lot of support from the countries in the region for Argentina, yet an attack would cause a disaster and a generalized war in which all of Latam countries would unite supported by the USSR. Investigate Spain and Italy abstained from voting in favor of England and desisted from calling NATO against Argentina in Malvinas War 1982.

[Title] Is Venezuela Preparing to Invade Guyana? Where is the answer?

I wonder how much territory ExxonMobil will be taking from Venezuela to establish a sensible buffer zone.

Sendou hustling hard that AV model fam.

Putin has his fat fingers all over this

"Hey, Vince, should I be the king of Gary?"

I hope they don't drink the Kool-Aid, in spite of Venezuela's propaganda.

Are we wagging the dog?

Madurito needs to remember what happened on Dec. 20, 2023. History will repeat itself. The dogs are always hungry. If Madurito messes up their Christmas vacation they will be very pissed off. Go ahead, make their day.

Learn from Saddam Hussein ok.

No mention in the video was made regarding the possible role of Brazil in the defense of Guyana.

So as an American, I am against American funding of overseas wars. AKA Israel and Ukraine. However, the is our region and our security interests must be considered. I am not saying war, I am saying political diplomatic concerns.

This leader is in need of a full metal jacket.

USA 🇺🇸 Brazil 🇧🇷 won’t allow it 💯

Why, when many are trying kicking out the use of oil. This product may be worthless soon so it would be far better to work things out in the interest of all parties rather than destroying a beautiful part of the region. Try not to walk into a trap that everyone involved may regret.

The geo politics there is fascinating.

That’s like me voting Hawaii is mine

He seems like a natural!

Venezuela should not invade Guyana. They are not entitled to the land of others. Venezuelans stay in your home.

Why not?

If maduro tried to invade Guyana, he will end up like saddam Hussein in a rat hole 😂

Why is this Guy on speed mode? 😅

If he’s a wise leader he won’t do it. It’s up to him

Sadly the danger of war crimes happening will be very big after the war begins. Hopefully there will be no war.

Silly. He’s just asking the UK and US to intervene.

good video, can you make one on the one sided elections being held next Jan 7th in Bangladesh? @VisualPolitikEN

Probably not a good idea for Venezuela to do this.... the Venezuelan economy has been crippled for years, but they also have no Airforce and Navy to speak of. Neither does Guyana, as they have about 5,000 soldiers and NO Navy/Airforce besides on paper, but they do have major world powers in their back pocket, including former colonist the United Kingdom and the United States who will be eager to protect Guyana's fairly newly discovered oil reserves. Venezuela is taking the gamble because they think the world is pre-occupied with Israel/Gaza and Ukraine/Russia, but this is an easy "side quest" for the USA, who has bases and presence already all over the Caribbean, and can probably pound Venezuela's military into submission with air strikes alone. If there is actually a threat of this happening (troop movements seen, etc) the USA will have their Atlantic fleet set sail, including 2 or 3 aircraft carriers and park them off of the coast of Guyana, and tell the Venezuelans: "Go ahead, make our day....". The west in general doesn't take lightly to countries invading other recognized countries, and we have seen that when Argentina tried to take the Falklands, and when Iraq tried to take over Kuwait. The fact that Guyana has oil is an important factor in all of this, especially since Russian oil is under embargo, and the oil-thirsty countries of Europe in particular are looking for alternatives. Not only that, the oil found off the coast of Guyana is of better quality (easier to refine) than the oil found in Venezuela itself, so it will be cheaper for western countries to refine. Finally, Brazil is really not fond of this idea either, and will likely support the west in this. I myself was in Manaus, Brazil in 2019, and the number of Venezuelan refugees there was astonishing. They are most definitely not looking forward to host more refugees from Guyana, as the only road south goes straight to Manaus via the bridge at Lethem. They already moved troops to the Raposa area, just in case.....

All talk no action

Are there any examples of where Britain interference in any border had a positive result for the locals?

You know your country is top notch when some printed paper flags are taped to cardboard for supplies...

Support Guyana

Why isn’t Simon Whistler here anymore? Keep occasionally checking these videos and he’s never here anymore, new guy has a voice that’s difficult to listen to for more then 30 seconds.

Happy birthday 🎁🎊🎉🎂🎈

Old news, situation already defused.

Probably yes.

Semyon Tsvigun predicted this 41 years ago.

Many don't realize that Guyana annexed territory from Suriname in the late 60's with military force. Consequently you are using a wrong map when showing their eastern border. Another conflict brewing...

Who would want to be apart of a failed state?

as an american we wont let this happen. Guyana will stay independent.

Oil is a curse

You can make claims to any past territory. My ancestors used to control land in England does that mean I'm entitled to it today? The reality is this is the world we live in now, right or wrong. Territorial disputes should be resolved peacefully. If people wish to form a new nation or join another they should do so of their own free will in a democratic way. If the people of Guyana wish to join Venezuela or give them territory that is up to them.

With what Venezuelan is going to attack guayana? With cachapas perhaps!!

Whis ever said there were never dictatorships? Like ever? No one has ever said that though....😂

Venezuela boutta fuck around and find out if they ever tried it , they are literally so close to the u.s its insane this would even come into thier leader mind

Because, Putin showed to the whole world that it is simple.

Where's Grant and his bald head? 😂

The Essequibo is venezuelan

When it comes to war & $ it = Power 😢😮