🔗 Share this article The Venezuelan government Issues Final Warning to Global Carriers: Resume Flights or Face Consequences Aviation image credit The Venezuelan authorities have issued a firm ultimatum to global carriers, requiring they restart operations to the country in the next two days or risk losing their operating licenses. Airlines Suspend Services Following US Warning Multiple international carriers halted their Venezuelan operations after the American FAA raised concerns about increased military activity in the region. The warning came as the United States increased tensions by sending military assets to the southern Caribbean, including what reports describe as significant military presence. Impacted Carriers Spanish airlines: Iberia Brazilian carrier: Gol Airlines Chilean company: Latam Airlines Andean carrier: Avianca European airline: TAP Air Portugal Middle Eastern airline: Turkish Airlines "Revoking flight permissions would only increase Venezuela's isolation," cautioned the global aviation body. Security Concerns The FAA advisory specifically highlighted concerns about flying near Caracas airport, referencing worsening safety situation and increased military movements. Venezuela's main international hub, which serves Caracas, has seen significantly reduced global connectivity despite some airlines maintaining services. Aviation Reaction Industry groups have requested Venezuelan authorities to withdraw the deadline, cautioning that further loss of air links would harm the country. The association emphasized that participating carriers had only briefly halted operations and remained dedicated to reinstating services when conditions improve. Escalating Conflict US-Venezuela relations have worsened amid American naval deployments in the region, which US officials state aims to fight narcotics trade. Naval operations have included multiple strikes against alleged narcotics shipments in regional seas since the beginning of fall. Leadership Conflict Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has vehemently denounced both the naval actions and broader US presence, accusing Washington of seeking regime change. In recent statements, Maduro asserted that "They will not defeat Venezuela, we are invincible." American officials has consistently labeled Maduro as an undemocratic ruler, referencing controversial 2024 elections that international observers considered irregular. Amid conflicts, US President Donald Trump has not ruled out the possibility of direct talks with Maduro, suggesting that "eventually, we will talk with him."