Hugo Chavez has intensified his country's threat of conflict with Colombia after accusing its South American neighbour of "lies" and "hypocrisy" over hosting US bases.
Venezuela says that Alvaro Uribe, the Colombian president and close ally of Washington, is allowing the US government a dangerous foothold in the region by giving its troops access to Colombia's military bases.
Mr Uribe reacted angrily and urged the United Nations to investigate this week when Mr Chavez told his army to prepare for war with Colombia.
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More News On The Increase of Hostilities Between Colombia And Venezuela
Chavez steps up Colombia war talk -- BBC
Venezuela keeps up war of words with Colombia -- Reuters
Chavez: American deal with Colombia means war -- Hot Air
Chavez won't take Uribe's calls: Foreign Minister -- Colombia Reports
Brazil, US urge talks in Venezuela, Colombia spat -- AP
US urges dialogue between Venezuela, Colombia -- AFP
Fears of a New Cold War in Venezuela and Colombia -- Atlantic Wire
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