By Mustapha Gembu
2nd November 2025
Below are some of the countries that have fallen victim to America’s so-called “liberation” campaigns.
1. Iraq : The U.S. invaded Iraq in 2003, claiming Saddam Hussein possessed weapons of mass destruction — a claim later proven false. The invasion destroyed Iraq’s infrastructure, killed hundreds of thousands, looted its gold, and opened the way for American oil corporations to seize control of the nation’s petroleum sector.
2. Libya : In 2011, America and NATO forces invaded Libya under the pretext of “liberating” the Libyan people from Muammar Gaddafi. What followed was chaos — Gaddafi was brutally killed, the country’s gold reserves were looted, and Libya’s vast oil fields fell into foreign hands. Today, Libya remains divided and unstable, its resources continuously exploited by external powers.
3. Syria : Using Israel and Western-backed rebel groups, the U.S. fueled the war in Syria, occupying parts of the country’s northeast — precisely where most of Syria’s oil fields are located. Reports have shown continuous American military presence guarding these oil zones while Syria remains devastated.
4. Iran : Iran remains on the U.S. radar — accused of nuclear ambitions, but in truth targeted for its immense oil and natural gas reserves. Iran possesses one of the world’s largest gas fields and vast mineral wealth — the real reasons it faces relentless sanctions and threats of war.
5. Venezuela : Under the guise of fighting “drug trafficking” and “restoring democracy,” the U.S. has imposed crippling sanctions and surrounded Venezuela with military forces. The reality is simple: Venezuela holds one of the largest proven oil reserves in the world, making it a top target in America’s global energy agenda.
6. Afghanistan : Marketed as a war on terror, America’s two-decade occupation of Afghanistan was also about securing access to the country’s untapped mineral wealth — including gold, copper, and especially lithium, a critical resource for global energy technologies. After years of destruction, America withdrew, leaving Afghanistan in ruins but with its resource data well-documented by U.S. geological surveys.
7. Congo (DRC) : Though not a direct invasion, U.S.-backed operations and proxy wars in the Democratic Republic of Congo have long centered around the control of cobalt, coltan, and gold — all essential to modern electronics and military technologies. American and Western corporations continue to profit from these minerals while Congolese communities suffer endless conflict.
8. Sudan : Sudan faced Western interference under the pretext of ending human rights abuses and genocide. However, behind these interventions were geopolitical interests tied to oil pipelines and mineral routes connecting the Red Sea to Africa’s interior. After Sudan’s division, South Sudan — home to rich oil deposits — became a playground for Western oil companies.
9. Somalia : Somalia’s instability is not just a result of internal issues but also of repeated U.S. military interventions under the pretext of fighting terrorism. Somalia’s strategic coastline near key maritime oil routes in the Indian Ocean makes it a target for long-term geopolitical control.
10. Panama : In 1989, the U.S. invaded Panama under the excuse of removing dictator Manuel Noriega. The true aim was to secure permanent control over the Panama Canal — a vital global trade route and a lifeline for U.S. economic interests.
11. Yemen : America’s ongoing involvement in Yemen’s war — mainly through arms supplies and drone operations — ties to its strategic position near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a key global oil shipping route. Control of this region means leverage over world energy movement.
12. Nigeria (The Next Target): Now, Nigeria appears to be next on America’s list. Under the deceptive guise of addressing “Christian persecution” or “religious genocide,” the United States is preparing a narrative to justify military and political interference. In reality, the goal is clear — to access Nigeria’s vast oil fields, solid minerals, and newly discovered lithium deposits essential for the “green energy” transition.
The Pattern Is Clear : From the Middle East to Africa, from Latin America to Asia, the pattern never changes. America enters with promises of peace, democracy, and protection — but leaves behind destruction, chaos, and the loss of sovereignty.
Every so-called humanitarian intervention masks a deeper economic mission: control the oil, seize the gold, and dominate the future of global energy.
Nigeria Must Be Vigilant : The time has come for Nigerians to see through the propaganda. The United States is not coming for Jesus — it is coming for oil, gas, and lithium. Only national unity, self-reliance, and awareness can prevent our nation from becoming the next victim of America’s global resource wars.
