First direct U.S.-Venezuela commercial flight in 7 years arrives in Caracas
A direct commercial flight from the United States has landed in Caracas, marking the first such flight in seven years. This development follows significant political events between the two nations. (sources: nbcnews, pbs, cbsnews, aljazeera, nytimes)
The first direct commercial flight between the U.S. and Venezuela has arrived in Caracas after a seven-year hiatus. This flight follows recent political changes involving Venezuelan leadership.
- The flight marks the resumption of direct commercial air travel between the U.S. and Venezuela.
- The flight arrived in Caracas on a Thursday.
- The resumption follows the U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro in January.
Why it matters
The resumption of flights may indicate a shift in relations between the U.S. and Venezuela.
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This story is about the first direct U.S.-Venezuela commercial flight in seven years landing in Caracas, signaling a change in U.S.-Venezuela ties. This bill would impose property-blocking sanctions on the Venezuelan government and authorize U.S. support and assistance to Venezuelan civil society and democracy-building groups.
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