Elite ‘Night Stalkers’ forces spotted near Venezuela amid military buildup: Report
West Coast-based Naval Special Warfare (NSW) operators climb into an MH-60 Blackhawk assigned to the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment “Night Stalkers” while conducting helicopter roping suspension technique (HRST) training at Silver Strand Training Complex. Naval Special Warfare is the nation's elite maritime special operations force, uniquely positioned to extend the Fleet's reach and gain and maintain access for the Joint Force in competition and conflict. (Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Charles Propert)
October 24, 2025 Timothy Frudd
President Donald Trump’s administration has reportedly deployed the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, also known as the “Night Stalkers,” in the Caribbean region near Venezuela. The deployment of the “Night Stalkers” comes as the Trump administration continues to carry out military strikes against drug cartel vessels off the coast of Venezuela and continues to increase the number of military assets in the region,
According to The New York Post, the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment uses attack helicopters such as the Army’s MH-60 Black Hawks and “Little Bird” attack helicopters to execute operations in dangerous situations across the globe. The outlet noted that the “Night Stalkers” are capable of transporting elite units, such as Navy SEALs, Delta Force members, and Army Green Berets into battle zones.
The New York Post reported that Army Black Hawk helicopters and “Little Bird” helicopters were spotted training in Trinidad earlier this month, which is roughly 500 miles east of the Venezuelan capital of Caracas. Additionally, the Washington Post reported that the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment appears to have recently flown within 90 miles of the coast of Venezuela.
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