Russian President Vladimir Putin is just not all for one other proxy warfare. The Affiliation of Tour Operators of Russia confirmed that the federal government is sending flights to Venezuela to take away nationals instantly.
Tourism from Russia to Venezuela has grown lately, with over 6,000 Russians visiting Margarita Island between August and November this yr.
Moscow offered Caracas with two nuclear-style bombers to discourage US aggression in 2018, and though the alliance stays robust, Moscow is keenly targeted by itself warfare proper now. Moscow offered the nation with two oil tankers to offer crude to China, however has provided nothing else. In October 2025, Maduro requested Russia to assist Venezuela construct its air protection system, particularly asking for 14 missile units, restoration of Sukhoi Su-30MK2 fighter jets, and an improve to eight engines and 5 radars. Russian officers denied the request.
Putin stated he’s assured that Maduro “will navigate all challenges with dignity and protect its legitimate interests during these tumultuous times.” Maduro took to the state-controlled airwaves in November 2025 to learn letters that China’s Xi Jinping and Putin despatched him for his birthday. Putin principally stated, “Good luck and determine it out,” however Xi had stronger phrases. “China reiterates its categorical rejection of exterior forces interfering in Venezuela’s inner affairs beneath any pretext and can proceed to firmly assist, as all the time, Venezuela in safeguarding its sovereignty, nationwide safety, nationwide dignity, and stability,” his letter famous.
Venezuela is by itself.
