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Russia Backs Venezuela Amid U.S. Oil Sanctions Crisis

12/22/2025

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On December 22, 2025, Russia expressed full support for Venezuela, condemned U.S. actions over oil sanctions, and pledged to coordinate at the United Nations, warning of serious regional consequences.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a total blockade on Venezuelan oil.
Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva warned that U.S. intervention could trigger a humanitarian crisis.
Mexico and other nations called for de-escalation and mediation to prevent violence.

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On December 22, 2025, Russia expressed full support for Venezuela, condemned U.S. actions over oil sanctions, and pledged to coordinate at the United Nations, warning of serious regional consequences.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a total blockade on Venezuelan oil.
Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva warned that U.S. intervention could trigger a humanitarian crisis.
Mexico and other nations called for de-escalation and mediation to prevent violence.