Cartel of the Suns

Impact: The Cartel of the Suns, a group allegedly led by Nicolás Maduro and involved in drug trafficking, was designated as a foreign terrorist organization by the Trump administration. This designation is part of the justification for the increased pressure on Venezuela.

Impact: The Cartel of the Suns, a Venezuelan drug-trafficking network, is alleged to have collaborated closely with Nicolás Maduro and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC).

Impact: Nicolás Maduro>>> is accused of leading the Cartel of the Suns, a US-designated Foreign Terrorist Organization, which allegedly uses oil profits to finance its operations.

Impact: The Cartel of the Suns is another criminal group with which Gustavo Petro is allegedly involved, according to DEA records.