Russia has initiated an evacuation of its citizens from Venezuela through special flights confirmed by the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATORUS), raising global concern about the stability of Nicolás Maduro’s regime. The move comes despite a recent increase in Russian tourism to Margarita Island and follows new airspace restrictions linked to tensions between Caracas and Washington.
The evacuation, which may include tourists, officials, businesspeople, and people connected to commercial projects, has fuelled speculation that Moscow is preparing for potential geopolitical shifts or worsening internal conditions in Venezuela. With no clear details provided by ATORUS, the decision is widely interpreted as a significant sign of distancing by one of Maduro’s strongest allies, intensifying pressure on a regime already facing internal and international strain.