US Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a stern warning to Venezuela regarding the disputed Essequibo region, highlighting potential repercussions. Rubio, on a visit to Guyana, inked a security pact as a show of support. Venezuelan President Maduro dismissed the caution. The discovery of oil by ExxonMobil in Guyana back in 2015 has exacerbated the existing tensions. The US’s commitment to safeguarding the area has been further solidified. The geopolitical landscape in the region remains volatile as these developments unfold.