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Russian Military Aircraft Lands in Venezuela Amid Tensions

10/29/2025

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A Russian Ilyushin Il-76 transport aircraft linked to the military and the Wagner group landed in Caracas, Venezuela, signaling increased Russian involvement there.
The flight path from Russia included stops in several countries to avoid Western airspace.
The operator Aviacon Zitotrans is under sanctions for its military ties and has previously delivered military supplies globally.
Venezuela accused the United States of fabricating war.

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Story summary

A Russian Ilyushin Il-76 transport aircraft linked to the military and the Wagner group landed in Caracas, Venezuela, signaling increased Russian involvement there.
The flight path from Russia included stops in several countries to avoid Western airspace.
The operator Aviacon Zitotrans is under sanctions for its military ties and has previously delivered military supplies globally.
Venezuela accused the United States of fabricating war.