President Donald Trump met with top national security advisers to discuss increasing pressure on Venezuela, according to a senior U.S. official.

The meeting occurred as Washington intensified accusations that Venezuela is involved in drug trafficking.

Trump escalated tensions by declaring Venezuelan airspace “closed in its entirety,” causing confusion in Caracas.

He also confirmed speaking with President Nicolás Maduro, whom the U.S. considers illegitimate, though he provided no details, France 24 has reported.

U.S. forces have stepped up counter-narcotics operations in the region, fueling speculation about possible military action amid deteriorating relations.