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US Seizes Maduro's Private Jet

CosmicTaco · 2024-09-03T10:09:27.965983+05:30

- The United States seized Venezuelan President **Nicolas Maduro's** private jet in the Dominican Republic, escalating tensions with Caracas. - The **Dassault Falcon 900EX** was flown to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, tied to violations of US sanctions. - Attorney General **Merrick Garland** stated the jet was illegally purchased for $13 million through a shell company. - The jet has been in Maduro's service since its illegal export in April 2023. - The US aims to hold the Maduro regime accountable for human rights abuses and corruption.

The United States seized Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's private jet in the Dominican Republic, escalating tensions with Caracas.
The Dassault Falcon 900EX was flown to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, tied to violations of US sanctions.
Attorney General Merrick Garland stated the jet was illegally purchased for $13 million through a shell company.
The jet has been in Maduro's service since its illegal export in April 2023.
The US aims to hold the Maduro regime accountable for human rights abuses and corruption.