Venezuelan authorities have foiled a far-right terrorist plot targeting health centers, embassies, and political leaders, exposing international connections with Colombian ex-presidents and opposition figures. The operation highlights ongoing threats to Venezuela’s stability and sovereignty.

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In a decisive move to safeguard national sovereignty and public safety, Venezuela’s Ministry of the Interior, Justice, and Peace has dismantled a sophisticated far-right terrorist network. This group, with international backing, aimed to destabilize the country through attacks on critical infrastructure, diplomatic missions, and political leaders, both Chavista and opposition. The operation underscores the persistent threats orchestrated by extremist elements allied with foreign interests intent on undermining Venezuela’s democratic process.

During a press conference, Minister Diosdado Cabello presented compelling evidence linking the conspiracy to Colombian political figures María Corina Machado, former presidents Álvaro Uribe and Iván Duque, and narco-paramilitary gangs specializing in arms trafficking. The plot’s sophistication was evident in its logistical reach, involving weapons smuggled from Colombia, mercenaries from multiple countries, and advanced communications equipment.

“This is a coherent plot; here, the Venezuelan right-wing politicians have completely lost their shame, their scruples. They use drug money to buy weapons, explosives, hitmen, bandits, and terrorists,” Cabello stated, highlighting the collusion between right-wing politicians and criminal networks.

Authorities have arrested 38 individuals, including 17 foreigners, many with expertise in explosives and mercenary activities, as part of the ongoing operation. Among those detained are Colombian, Argentine, and Serbian nationals, as well as Venezuelan citizens involved in logistics and propaganda. Security forces seized a cache of weapons,over 500 rifles, grenade launchers, GPS systems, encrypted radios, and a .50-caliber machine gun intended for high-impact attacks.

The investigation revealed that the group planned to target hospitals, embassies, and public service facilities, with the aim of creating chaos and justifying foreign intervention. Notably, the operation included attempts to fabricate evidence of foreign missiles in Venezuela, intended to provoke aggression from the United States.

Cabello and other government officials have repeatedly denounced the imperialist agenda behind these plots, pointing to the involvement of the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Spain’s National Intelligence Center, and regional right-wing leaders. These actors are accused of financing, training, and directing mercenary operations against Venezuela’s legitimate government.

#ENVIVO | ''Si hay una megabanda, la banda del narcotráfico colombiano y aquí en #Venezuela🇻🇪 si hay una combate contra el narcotráfico, los estamos acorralado y los vamos a seguir acorralando'' expresó Diosdado Cabello pic.twitter.com/GHl0od6XUo

— teleSUR TV (@teleSURtv) July 1, 2025

The text reads: #LIVE | “Uribe, Santos, Duque, and Pastrana, enemies of #Venezuela, are the drug trafficking mafias,” stated the Venezuelan minister.

#LIVE | “If there is a mega-gang, it’s the Colombian drug trafficking gang, and here in #Venezuela, there is indeed a fight against drug trafficking. We have them cornered, and we will continue to corner them,” stated Diosdado Cabello.

“They have hired mercenaries from Eastern Europe, Americans, looking to attack Venezuela,” Cabello declared, demanding accountability from the U.S. and Spanish governments for their alleged roles in these destabilization efforts.

The Venezuelan government has reaffirmed its commitment to defending the country’s peace, democracy, and sovereignty. President Nicolas Maduro and high-ranking officials have called on the international community to recognize the ongoing attacks by transnational far-right actors and to support Venezuela’s right to self-determination.

Security protocols remain heightened, especially in border regions and ahead of upcoming municipal elections, as authorities continue to dismantle sleeper cells and prevent further attempts at destabilization.

“Fascism in Venezuela will not arrive nor prevail. They intend to govern the country through delinquency and death. The oligarchy does not accept the election results,” President Maduro emphasized, urging unity in the face of foreign-backed aggression.

The exposure and dismantling of this terrorist network demonstrate the vigilance of Venezuelan institutions and the resilience of the Bolivarian Revolution against ongoing imperialist and far-right threats. The government’s actions reaffirm its unwavering stance: Terrorism and foreign intervention will find no foothold in Venezuela.

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