In a recent development, the Venezuelan government has been taking steps to regain control of the country's gold mines. Military helicopters have been spotted flying over the Las Claritas mining area, located in the southern part of the country near the border with Brazil. The helicopters, belonging to the Venezuelan Armed Forces, began their overflights on Tuesday.

This action is reportedly part of a larger military operation aimed at consolidating government control. Further details about the operation and its objectives are available from the source, El País. The situation is being monitored, and more information may become available as the situation unfolds.