Venezuela and Russia Forge Long-term Defense and Energy Partnership

Venezuela's Maduro and Russia's Putin sign agreements to enhance military and energy collaboration amid contested Venezuelan election results.

Venezuela and Russia have entered into agreements focused on intelligence, counter-espionage, and energy cooperation, with plans extending until 2030 and potentially beyond.
The deals include Russian support for Venezuela's military development, featuring advanced weapons, military equipment, and drone technology.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, whose recent election victory is disputed, emphasizes the strategic partnership with Russia as a path to unity and cooperation.
Russia remains one of the few countries recognizing Maduro's election claim, while the international community, including the U.S., supports opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez.
The United States has imposed sanctions on Venezuelan officials involved in the election, citing interference and suppression of democratic processes.