Russian, Venezuelan Foreign Ministers Discuss Situation in Caracas
(Baonghean) - On May 5, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov held discussions in Moscow with his Venezuelan counterpart, Jorge Arreaza, on issues related to stability in this Latin American country and the development of a comprehensive partnership between Russia and Venezuela.
Lavrov and Arreaza are expected to focus on Washington's pressure on Caracas, including threats to use force, and the urgent task of resolving unrest fueled by the US-backed opposition.
The two foreign ministers also discussed the possibility of promoting a dialogue between the government and the opposition in Venezuela. In addition, the comprehensive partnership between Russia and Venezuela in international forums was also discussed during the meeting.
The meeting took place shortly after US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin had a phone call regarding the situation in Caracas. According to the US President, Putin affirmed that “Russia does not want to interfere in Venezuela”, but he also wants to “see positive things happen to this country”. The meeting was held a day before Lavrov met with Pompeo in Finland.
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| Venezuela began to fall into instability in January 2019. Photo: Reuters |
On April 30, the Venezuelan opposition began new efforts to overthrow Mr. Maduro. Mr. Guaido, who declared himself interim president of Venezuela in January 2019, announced that this force was carrying out a coup to overthrow President Maduro's government.
However, the Venezuelan military has maintained its loyalty to the current government. Mr Maduro later declared that the opposition's coup attempt had failed. Commenting on this, Pompeo said that "military action could be used", and "if that's what is necessary, that's what the United States will do".
Venezuela has been in turmoil since January 2019, when opposition leader Juan Guaido declared himself interim president and was recognized by the United States and several other countries. Meanwhile, President Nicolas Maduro, recognized by Russia, China and several other countries, accused the United States of trying to overthrow his government, putting Guaido in power to expand control over Venezuela's natural resources.
Venezuelan President Maduro on May 4 asked the military to be “ready” in case the US launches an attack.
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