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The U.S. government accused Nicolás Maduro's regime of deceiving regarding the repatriation flights for Venezuelan citizens deported from U.S. territory.
Through a statement on social media, the Office of Western Hemisphere Affairs of the State Department affirmed that these flights, which were supposedly to take place through Mexico, were not occurring and that the claims from Caracas regarding this matter are false.
"As expected, Nicolás Maduro and his accomplices continue to lie. Despite reports in the media, the repatriation flights to Venezuela via Mexico are not taking place today," the official statement noted.
Washington demanded that the Venezuelan regime stop "disinforming" and ensure regular and consistent flights to receive its deported citizens.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio also reiterated on Wednesday that Venezuela is obligated to accept the repatriation of its citizens and that this is not a subject for negotiation nor does it deserve any reward.
Furthermore, he warned that if the Maduro government does not allow the continuous flow of deportation flights without further excuses or delays, the U.S. will impose new and severe sanctions.
In February, former President Donald Trump announced that Venezuela had agreed to welcome all Venezuelan migrants in an irregular situation in the U.S., including alleged members of the criminal gang "Tren de Aragua."
As part of the agreement, Caracas committed to providing transportation to facilitate the repatriation of its citizens. However, according to U.S. statements, Maduro's government has not complied with the terms of the deal.
Last weekend, the head of U.S. diplomacy reported that under the Foreign Enemies Act, more than 250 individuals accused of belonging to the "Tren de Aragua" were deported to El Salvador.
In response, the Salvadoran president, Nayib Bukele, offered to imprison the deported Venezuelans as part of his tough-on-crime policy against organized crime.
Meanwhile, the tension between Washington and Caracas continues to escalate, with the threat of new sanctions if Maduro's government does not comply with the reception of Venezuelan migrants deported from the U.S.
Frequently Asked Questions about the repatriation flights for Venezuelans from the U.S.
Why does the U.S. accuse Nicolás Maduro of deceiving about repatriation flights?
The United States accuses Nicolás Maduro of deceiving about the repatriation flights because, according to Washington, these flights are not occurring as claimed by the Venezuelan government. The U.S. administration demands that Maduro's regime ensure regular and consistent flights to receive its citizens deported from the U.S.
What consequences does Venezuela face if it does not accept its citizens deported from the U.S.?
If Venezuela does not accept its citizens deported from the U.S., it will face new and severe sanctions from the U.S. government. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reiterated that the acceptance of these flights is non-negotiable and that Venezuela is obliged to receive its citizens.
What is the agreement between the U.S. and Venezuela regarding the deportation of migrants?
The agreement between the U.S. and Venezuela states that Venezuela will accept all illegal Venezuelan migrants in the U.S., including members of the criminal gang "Tren de Aragua". Additionally, Venezuela has committed to providing transportation for the repatriation of its citizens, although the U.S. has indicated that Maduro's regime has not fulfilled its commitments.
What role does the "Tren de Aragua" play in the migration conflict between the U.S. and Venezuela?
The "Tren de Aragua," a dangerous criminal gang of Venezuelan origin, has been mentioned in the context of deportations because some of its members are among those deported from the U.S. Washington has demanded that Venezuela accept these individuals as part of its repatriated citizens, which is part of the pressure on Maduro's regime.
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