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Russia Calls for "Guaranteed Sovereign Development" in Latin America, Caribbean After Venezuela's Regime Change

Russia condemned the US military operation that killed 80 people and captured Maduro, calling for sovereignty, peace, and adherence to the UN Charter in Latin America.

  • On January 7, 2026 the Russian Foreign Ministry called for guaranteed sovereign development across Latin America and the Caribbean, urging the region to remain a "zone of peace".
  • The US launched a large-scale strike in Caracas on Saturday that left at least 80 people killed and led to the capture of Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores, prompting Delcy Rodríguez to be sworn in on January 5.
  • Moscow's statement reaffirmed "unwavering solidarity" with the Venezuelan people and government and called for de-escalation through dialogue and respect for international law, primarily the United Nations Charter.
  • At the UN, Russia's Vasily Nebenzya urged the United States to release Nicolás Maduro, who Russia says is in New York, and the Kremlin said the US action undermines international law and regional stability.
  • Historically, Russia built energy and military links with Venezuela that became a crucial post-Soviet partner, but analysts note Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, may have lost an ally affecting future energy holdings.
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On 3 January, the United States launched a military operation against Venezuela, the most important allies of Moscow in South America. The President of the country, Nicolas Maduro, was captured by the special forces and expelled from the country. It did not last long until Russian bloggers began to share their views on the operation – from complaints about double standards to recent admiration. The Russian publication Meduza compiled some of the…

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