The Venezuelan government announced the arrest of six foreigners, including three American citizens and two Spaniards, in connection with an alleged plot to destabilize the country and assassinate President Nicolas Maduro. This marks a significant escalation in tensions, as the U.S. government has categorically denied any involvement in such plots, calling the claims 'false'. Among those detained is a U.S. Navy SEAL, further complicating relations between Venezuela and the West. The Venezuelan authorities also reported seizing 400 U.S. rifles linked to this alleged conspiracy. As the situation develops, both Washington and Madrid have called for information regarding their detained nationals.