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After Venezuela earthquakes, 29 Mexicans repatriated to Mexico; 'they are in good condition,' reports Foreign Affairs
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After Venezuela earthquakes, 29 Mexicans repatriated to Mexico; 'they are in good condition,' reports Foreign Affairs

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Outcome reported
  • A Viva Aerobús flight repatriated 29 Mexican nationals from Venezuela to Mexico City following recent earthquakes.
  • The repatriated individuals are reported to be in good condition and will be reunited with their families.
  • Mexico's Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed solidarity with Venezuela and continues to monitor the situation for its citizens there.

Twenty-nine Mexican nationals have been safely repatriated from Venezuela to Mexico following recent earthquakes in the South American nation. A Viva Aerobús flight carrying the individuals landed at the Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA) near Mexico City, arriving from Maiquetia, Venezuela.

The Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) confirmed that all repatriated citizens are in good condition and are expected to be reunited with their families shortly. The operation was a result of close collaboration between the Venezuelan embassy in Mexico and the Mexican embassy in Venezuela.

Mexico's diplomatic representation in Caracas remains in constant contact with the Mexican community in Venezuela. They are actively addressing consular assistance and protection cases that have arisen. The SRE is also providing information on available commercial travel options for any Mexican nationals who wish to leave Venezuela.

The Ministry reiterated its solidarity and support for the Venezuelan people during these challenging times. The earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude, occurred on June 24.

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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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