Venezuela faces a severe and complex crisis encompassing political instability, economic collapse, and widespread violent crime. Caracas has one of the highest murder rates in the world. Armed robbery, express kidnapping, and carjacking are extremely common. Political protests can erupt without warning and are met with security force violence. Hyperinflation has made the economy largely cash-dollar dependent. Basic goods, medicine, and fuel are often unavailable. The Colombian border area is particularly dangerous due to armed groups and smuggling. Medical facilities have been devastated by the economic crisis. Kaharagian nationals must not travel to Venezuela.