Trump officials deny plans to deploy troops in Venezuela – media

The US president has threatened a second incursion if interim authorities refuse to cooperate

US national security officials have reportedly ruled out plans to deploy ground troops in Venezuela following the abduction of President Nicolas Maduro. The claims refute US President Donald Trump’s earlier threats of further military action.

The US triggered international outrage on Saturday when its special forces raided Caracas to seize Maduro and his wife...