The Cartel of the Suns (Cartel de los Soles) is a term that refers to a sophisticated and deeply embedded network of high-ranking Venezuelan military officials and government figures involved in large-scale drug trafficking, primarily cocaine. Unlike traditional drug cartels, which operate as independent criminal organizations, the Cartel of the Suns operates from within the Venezuelan state, using the power and resources of the military and government to control and facilitate the drug trade. The name "Cartel of the Suns" comes from the sun insignias worn by Venezuelan generals, symbolizing their authority and rank.

This cartel is not a single, unified organization but rather a loose, decentralized network of individuals who leverage their positions to oversee and protect the movement of drugs, particularly from Colombia, through Venezuela, and into global markets such as the United States and Europe. Venezuela's strategic location and the cartel's control over key military and logistical resources make the country a crucial transit point in the international cocaine trade.

The Cartel of the Suns' influence is far-reaching, extending into the highest echelons of the Venezuelan government. High-ranking officials, including military generals and government ministers, are believed to be actively involved in the cartel's operations, using their positions to ensure that drug shipments move through the country without interference. This level of state involvement provides the cartel with a unique level of protection and impunity, making it particularly difficult for international law enforcement to combat.


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