Trump announces complete closure of Venezuela's airspace amid rising tensions

Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst

Source: SeekingAlpha

Updated: Nov 29 2025

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Source: SeekingAlpha

Trump's Airspace Warning: President Trump declared that the airspace above and surrounding Venezuela should be considered closed, addressing airlines, pilots, and traffickers amid rising tensions with the country.
FAA Advisory: The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration issued a warning for civilian aircraft to exercise caution when flying in Venezuelan airspace, reflecting the deteriorating relations between the U.S. and Venezuela.
Accusations Against Maduro: Trump accused Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro of facilitating drug trafficking to the U.S., while Maduro denied these claims and suggested that Trump aims to remove him from power.
Military Presence: U.S. military forces have been increasing their presence around Venezuela and have conducted operations against vessels suspected of drug trafficking in the Caribbean.

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Emily J. Thompson

Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.