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Venezuela Suspends Flights from Colombia Ahead of Elections

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  • #Colombia
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  • #Venezuela
Venezuela Suspends Flights from Colombia Ahead of Elections
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MAY 21
Above: Diosdado Cabello arrives to speak to the press following the arrival of Venezuelan migrants repatriated in Simon Bolivar International Airport in Maiquetia on May 2, 2025.  Image copyright: Juan Barreto/Contributor/AFP via Getty Images
story last updated MAY 21

The Spin

Pro-government narrative

Caracas took decisive action to protect national security and the upcoming elections after the uncovering of a terrorist plot from the far-right opposition, as security and intelligence assessments indicate that mercenaries were entering Venezuela on commercial flights from Colombia as tourists.

Orinoco Tribune

Government-critical narrative

All too often, authorities in Venezuela claim without evidence that the opposition and the United States are planning attacks against the country, targeting its power grid, Nicolás Maduro, and other targets. This time is no different — it's another political stunt designed to further crush dissent.

Reuters

Metaculus Prediction


Public Figures

Nicolas Maduro


Establishment split

CRITICAL

PRO

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