Venezuela Detains Five Foreigners, Including Three Americans, in Alleged Plot

The arrests are part of a broader crackdown following July's contested presidential election in Venezuela.

Venezuelan authorities have arrested five foreigners, including three Americans, on charges of plotting to destabilize the government.
Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello accused the detainees of involvement in a CIA-led operation, though no evidence was provided.
The arrests follow the disputed July presidential election, where President Nicolás Maduro's victory was widely contested.
International observers and opposition groups have criticized the election process, citing a lack of transparency and credible results.
The U.S. State Department has condemned the arrests, emphasizing the safety of American citizens as a priority.