The U.S. Department of State has issued a Level 4 "Do Not Travel" advisory for Venezuela, urging its citizens to leave immediately due to severe risks including wrongful detention and crime. The alert cites reports of armed militias, known as colectivos, setting up roadblocks and searching vehicles for U.S. citizens. This warning follows a recent U.S. military operation that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, an action that has drawn condemnation and protests. President Trump has indicated potential future diplomatic engagement and expressed optimism about rebuilding Venezuela.