The Government of Venezuela confirmed the repatriation of a group of migrants deported by the United States, who were in the Guantanamo naval base in Cuba after being accused of belonging to the international criminal organization known as "Tren de Aragua."
According to an official statement, the repatriated citizens will be picked up by Conviasa planes, the Venezuelan state airline, and returned to the country to reunite with their families. Venezuela expressed its gratitude to Honduran President Xiomara Castro and former President Manuel Zelaya for collaborating in the rescue of their compatriots.
The criminal organization "Tren de Aragua" was dismantled by Venezuelan security forces and the justice system. Caracas accused foreign agencies such as the FBI and the DEA of having used the group for terrorist and destabilizing purposes against Venezuelan institutions.
The statement also indicated that, in the event any of the repatriated individuals faces legal charges in Venezuela, the authorities will act in accordance with the country's laws and strictly guarantee human rights.
"Venezuela will always combat terrorism and criminal organizations of any kind, while denouncing the manipulation of these elements for political purposes and rejecting any attempt to criminalize the nation and its citizens," concluded the official statement.
