Trump declares Venezuelan airspace and surrounding area closed 'in its entirety'

The Washington TimesSaturday, November 29, 2025 at 3:20:54 PM
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Trump declares Venezuelan airspace and surrounding area closed 'in its entirety'
  • President Donald Trump declared that the airspace above and surrounding Venezuela is now closed in its entirety, citing a deteriorating security situation and increased military activity in the region. This announcement follows warnings from the Federal Aviation Administration regarding safety concerns for airlines operating in the area.
  • The closure of Venezuelan airspace is a significant escalation in U.S. actions against the Venezuelan government, particularly amid ongoing allegations of drug trafficking and military operations planned against suspected traffickers.
  • This development reflects a broader trend of increasing U.S. military presence in the Caribbean, which has been marked by airstrikes and a military buildup, raising tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela. The Venezuelan government has condemned this move as a colonial threat, highlighting the contentious nature of U.S.-Venezuela relations.
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