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Trump says he’s instructed US officials to reopen Venezuelan airspace for commercial travel

Jan 29, 2026, 8:53 AM

President Donald Trump speaks during a cabinet meeting at the White House, Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026,...

President Donald Trump speaks during a cabinet meeting at the White House, Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says he’s instructed U.S. officials to reopen Venezuelan airspace for commercial travel by the end of Thursday.

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Trump says he’s instructed US officials to reopen Venezuelan airspace for commercial travel