Chavez steps up Colombia war talk

By Andrea

SUNDAY, 08 NOVEMBER 2009

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez ordered on Sunday the country's military to prepare for possible armed conflict with Colombia. The presumed reason for this action was his concern over the agreement Colombia signed with the USA. As this contract provides American troops with an access to parts of Colombian territorry, Chavez fears the U.S. soldiers to use these as launching pads for an attack on his country to seize control of its immense oil reserves.

On Thursday, Venezuela has already sent 15,000 soldiers to the border with Colombia, saying the military buildup was necessary to increase security along the border. During his Sunday appearance, Chavez sent a message to the U.S. President saying; "Don't make a mistake, Mr. Obama, by ordering an attack against Venezuela by way of Colombia...". He further added; "If you want peace, prepare for war."

Sources:
http://colombiareports.com/colombia-news/news/6774-chavez-tells-troops-to-prepare-for-war-with-colombia.html
http://www.semana.com/noticias-colombia-in-the-world/chavez-steps-up-colombia-war-talk/131152.aspx