🔗 Share this article Venezuela Issues Final Warning to Global Carriers: Restore Services or Face Consequences Aviation photo source The Venezuelan authorities have issued a stern warning to global carriers, requiring they resume flights to the country in the next two days or face revocation of their operating licenses. Carriers Halt Services Following US Warning Several major airlines suspended their Venezuelan operations after the American FAA raised concerns about increased military activity in the region. The warning came as the US government increased tensions by deploying military assets to the Caribbean region, including what sources indicate as significant military presence. Affected Airlines Carriers from Spain: Plus Ultra Brazilian carrier: Gol Airlines Chilean company: Latam Airlines Andean carrier: Avianca European airline: TAP Air Portugal Turkish carrier: Turkish Airlines "Rescinding airlines' clearance would only increase Venezuela's isolation," warned the global aviation body. Security Concerns The FAA advisory specifically mentioned concerns about flying near Caracas airport, citing worsening safety situation and increased military movements. Venezuela's main international hub, which serves Caracas, has seen dramatically decreased global connectivity despite some airlines maintaining services. Aviation Reaction Aviation organizations have urged Venezuelan authorities to remove the ultimatum, cautioning that further reduction in connectivity would damage Venezuela's interests. Industry representatives stressed that member airlines had only temporarily suspended operations and remained dedicated to reinstating services when situation stabilizes. Growing Tensions US-Venezuela relations have deteriorated amid American naval deployments in the region, which Washington claims aims to fight narcotics trade. Recent military actions have included multiple strikes against alleged narcotics shipments in regional seas since the beginning of fall. Leadership Conflict Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has strongly condemned both the naval actions and broader US presence, alleging the US of seeking regime change. In public comments, Maduro asserted that "They will not defeat Venezuela, we are invincible." American officials has consistently labeled Maduro as an illegitimate leader, referencing disputed re-election that international observers deemed flawed. Amid conflicts, American leader Donald Trump has left open the possibility of direct talks with Maduro, suggesting that "at some point, I will speak with him."