Venezuela resumes repatriation flights for migrants from US

Venezuela has agreed to restart flights to bring back migrants from the United States. This decision follows a crackdown by U.S. President Donald Trump on immigration from Latin America. Many Venezuelans have left their country due to a collapsing economy. The Venezuelan government announced that the repatriation flights will begin on March 23. This agreement comes after tensions escalated when the U.S. sent 238 Venezuelans, allegedly linked to a gang, to a prison in El Salvador. Venezuela had previously halted deportations, claiming the U.S. was not keeping its promises. Jorge Rodriguez, Venezuela's top negotiator, emphasized the importance of protecting human rights during the repatriation process. He stated that migrating is not a crime and expressed a commitment to help Venezuelans return home, especially those currently detained in El Salvador. This upcoming flight will mark the fifth repatriation since Trump took office in January. Since February, about 900 Venezuelans have returned, primarily from the U.S. and some from Mexico.