🔗 Share this article Venezuela Delivers Final Warning to Global Carriers: Resume Flights or Risk Sanctions Aviation photo credit Venezuela has delivered a stern warning to global carriers, requiring they restart operations to the country in the next two days or face revocation of their operating licenses. Carriers Halt Operations Following US Warning Several major airlines halted their flights to Venezuela after the American FAA raised concerns about heightened security risks in the region. This alert followed as the US government escalated pressure by sending military assets to the Caribbean region, including what reports describe as enhanced naval deployment. Impacted Carriers Carriers from Spain: Air Europa Brazilian carrier: Gol Airlines Chilean company: Latam Airlines Colombian airline: Avianca European airline: TAP Air Portugal Middle Eastern airline: Turkish Airlines "Rescinding airlines' clearance would only increase Venezuela's isolation," warned the International Air Transport Association. Security Concerns American aviation warning specifically mentioned concerns about operating in the Maiquetía region, citing worsening safety situation and increased military movements. Venezuela's main international hub, which handles capital city flights, has seen significantly reduced global connectivity despite certain carriers maintaining services. Aviation Reaction Aviation organizations have urged Venezuelan authorities to withdraw the deadline, cautioning that further loss of air links would damage Venezuela's interests. The association emphasized that member airlines had only briefly halted operations and remained committed to restoring services when situation stabilizes. Escalating Conflict US-Venezuela relations have worsened amid American naval deployments in the region, which Washington claims aims to fight narcotics trade. Recent military actions have included numerous interventions against alleged narcotics shipments in regional seas since the beginning of fall. Political Standoff National leader Nicolás Maduro has strongly condemned both the military strikes and broader US presence, accusing Washington of attempting to overthrow him. In public comments, Maduro asserted that "Nobody can overcome Venezuela, our strength is unmatched." American officials has repeatedly characterized Maduro as an undemocratic ruler, citing disputed re-election that international observers deemed flawed. Amid conflicts, American leader Donald Trump has left open the option for dialogue with Maduro, suggesting that "eventually, I will speak with him."