A U.S. Navy sailor has been detained in Venezuela after traveling without authorization for personal reasons, with the Pentagon confirming his custody since approximately August 30. National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby stated that the U.S. is in communication with Venezuelan authorities to gather more information. The sailor's detainment occurs amidst heightened tensions surrounding Venezuela's disputed presidential elections, which have been widely criticized by international observers. Concurrently, the U.S. seized a plane owned by Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, further straining relations. The State Department is actively monitoring the situation, although specific details regarding the sailor's detention remain scarce. This incident reflects a broader pattern of U.S. military personnel facing legal issues abroad, including recent cases in Russia and North Korea.