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Venezuela Halts Flights from Colombia Following Arrests Over Alleged Election Plot

Authorities detained 38 individuals, including 17 foreigners, citing a conspiracy to sabotage upcoming legislative and regional elections.

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Venezuela's Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello looks on, on the day Venezuelan migrants arrive on a flight after being deported from the United States, in Caracas, Venezuela, March 24, 2025. REUTERS/Leonardo Fernandez Viloria/File Photo
Venezuela-bound passengers were stranded in Bogota after flights to Caracas were cancelled over allegations of a cross-border infiltration of "mercenaries" allegedly planning to disrupt upcoming legislative and regional elections
Venezuela has suspended flights from neighbor Colombia, alleging a cross-border infiltration of 'mercenaries' plotting to sabotage elections

Overview

  • Venezuelan Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello announced the suspension of flights from Colombia, effective immediately and lasting until at least May 26.
  • The decision follows the arrest of 38 people accused of plotting to disrupt elections, with the group described as including 'bombers, coyotes, and mercenaries.'
  • Among those detained were 17 foreigners who reportedly entered Venezuela via Colombia, allegedly carrying explosive materials.
  • Cabello linked the arrested individuals to opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, who has called for a boycott of the elections scheduled for May 25.
  • Colombia's foreign ministry confirmed it was informed of the flight suspension but has received no details about detained Colombian nationals and has activated diplomatic channels for clarification.