US urges Americans to leave Venezuela immediately amid ongoing instability

The US State Department issued a warning calling on Americans to depart Venezuela immediately due to ongoing instability and threats from armed groups, placing the country at the highest alert level—Level 4: “Do Not Travel.”

The statement advised US citizens to exercise caution while travelling, remain aware of their surroundings, and be mindful of potential checkpoints and inspections by armed groups reportedly seeking Americans or those supporting the United States, Caliber.Az reports.

Other risks cited include unlawful detention, terrorism, kidnapping, arbitrary enforcement of local laws, crime, civil unrest, and a weak healthcare system.

Venezuela: The security situation in Venezuela remains fluid. As international flights have resumed, U.S. citizens in Venezuela should leave the country immediately. Before departure, U.S. citizens should take precautions and be aware of their surroundings. There are reports of… pic.twitter.com/Dqvs7wrB00

— TravelGov (@TravelGov) January 10, 2026

Venezuelan authorities strongly rejected the claims, accusing the US of creating a false threat narrative.

The country’s Foreign Ministry stated that Venezuela is “in absolute calm, peace, and stability,” with security forces fully in control.

The government reaffirmed its commitment to protecting peace, institutional stability, and coexistence among the population.

By Jeyhun Aghazada