Russia’s ties with Maduro gave the Kremlin strategic influence in Latin America and access to Venezuela’s vast oil and energy resources. The operation has also renewed attention on former White House adviser Fiona Hill’s 2019 congressional testimony regarding Russia’s position on Venezuela. Russia’s ties with Maduro gave the Kremlin strategic influence in Latin America and access to Venezuela’s vast oil and energy resources. While Russia has condemned Washington’s operation in Venezuela, the Kremlin has not directly addressed Hill’s account. Some analysts argue that the operation could complicate Washington’s ability to criticise Russia’s actions in Ukraine, since both involve intervention in sovereign nations.

Source: Daily Nation January 07, 2026 08:31 UTC