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news Scmp World 2026-04-30

First Direct US-Venezuela Commercial Flight Takes Off in Seven Years

The first direct commercial flight between the United States and Venezuela has departed for Caracas, ending a seven-year suspension due to security concerns. This resumption follows the US capture of then-president Nicolas Maduro in January.

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