🔗 Share this article Venezuela Delivers Ultimatum to Global Carriers: Resume Flights or Face Consequences Aviation image source The Venezuelan authorities have issued a stern warning to international airlines, requiring they resume flights to the country within 48 hours or risk losing their flight clearances. Airlines Halt Services Following American Alert Multiple international carriers suspended their flights to Venezuela after the American FAA raised concerns about heightened security risks in the region. This alert followed as the United States escalated pressure by sending naval forces to the southern Caribbean, including what reports describe as significant military presence. Impacted Carriers Carriers from Spain: Iberia South American airline: Gol Airlines Latin American operator: Latam Airlines Colombian airline: Avianca European airline: TAP Air Portugal Middle Eastern airline: Turkish Airlines "Revoking flight permissions would only isolate the country further," cautioned the global aviation body. Security Concerns The FAA advisory specifically highlighted concerns about operating in the Maiquetía region, citing deteriorating security conditions and increased military movements. Maiquetía airport, which handles capital city flights, has seen dramatically decreased global connectivity despite certain carriers continuing operations. Aviation Reaction Aviation organizations have urged Venezuelan authorities to remove the ultimatum, warning that further reduction in connectivity would harm the country. The association emphasized that member airlines had only briefly halted operations and remained dedicated to reinstating services when situation stabilizes. Growing Tensions Bilateral tensions 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 suspected drug vessels in regional seas since early September. Political Standoff National leader 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 "Nobody can overcome Venezuela, our strength is unmatched." American officials has consistently labeled Maduro as an undemocratic ruler, citing 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 "eventually, I will speak with him."