Maduro's Government Issues Urgent Travel Warning for Venezuelans in the US

Caracas Issues Maximum Travel Alert to US for Venezuelan Citizens June 4, 2025, saw the Venezuelan government issue a maximum travel alert for its citizens currently in the United States or planning to travel there. President Nicolás Maduro's administration cited safety concerns as the primary reason for the alert, characterizing the US as a dangerous environment for Venezuelans. This follows previous statements from the Venezuelan government advising against US travel. "The Cancillería de Venezuela has deemed the United States a dangerous location for our citizens," stated a government spokesperson in a press release. The alert urges Venezuelans to reconsider any travel plans to the US and advises those already there to return home as soon as possible. While specific examples of threats weren't detailed in the initial announcement, the alert points to a broader context of strained relations between the two countries. The alert comes amid ongoing political tensions and concerns about the treatment of Venezuelan migrants in the US. The Venezuelan government's actions highlight the significant risks perceived by the Maduro administration for its citizens in the US. The situation underscores the complexities of international relations and the challenges faced by Venezuelan citizens navigating geopolitical tensions.