On Saturday, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro announced that the planned flights to repatriate migrants from the United States have been impacted by what he described as an "unexplained, tremendous commotion." This disruption follows the Trump administration's recent decision to revoke a license that allowed Chevron to operate in Venezuela. During his address, Maduro emphasized that if it were his choice, Chevron would continue its operations within the country, highlighting the administration's stance on the need for progress in electoral reforms and migrant returns.
While Maduro's comments indirectly referenced Chevron, he did not explicitly name the company in relation to the migrant flights. He pointed out that communication channels between Venezuela and the U.S. have been strained, contributing to the challenges faced by repatriation efforts.
The Venezuelan government has consistently rejected U.S. sanctions, describing them as illegitimate actions that constitute an "economic war" aimed at destabilizing the nation. Despite these external pressures, Maduro and his supporters assert that Venezuela has shown resilience in the face of adversity. They have historically attributed many of the country’s economic challenges and resource shortages to these sanctions, framing them as obstacles to national recovery and stability.