Caracas, Venezuela — November 30, 2025 :
Venezuela has sharply rejected the United States’ threat to shut down its airspace, denouncing the move as an act of “colonialist aggression.” Foreign Minister Yván Gil condemned U.S. President Donald Trump’s November 29 warning, asserting that Caracas will not allow external powers to dictate its aviation or security policies.
Speaking on November 30, Foreign Minister Yván Gil declared that Venezuela’s sovereignty “is not up for negotiation,” and accused Washington of reviving Cold War–style pressure tactics. The comments come as diplomatic tensions escalate amid U.S. sanctions and renewed geopolitical rivalry across Latin America.
Despite the threat, operations at Simón Bolívar International Airport in Caracas remained normal, with authorities reporting no disruptions to commercial or cargo flights. Venezuelan officials emphasized that the nation’s airspace is fully secure and functioning under international aviation standards.
Gil also highlighted Venezuela’s expanding ties with Russia, noting increased cooperation in defense, aviation, and energy sectors—an apparent signal to Washington that Caracas has alternative global partners. President Vladimir Putin’s government has recently deepened coordination with Venezuela, including new air-defense consultations.
Regional analysts warn that an airspace confrontation could further strain U.S.–Venezuela relations at a time of heightened political polarization and shifting alliances across the hemisphere.
