Russia warns against using force in Venezuela
Russia warned against any threat of using force after Mr Trump insisted military intervention was an option.
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. Photo: AP. |
"Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warned US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo that Russia will oppose any interference in Venezuela's internal affairs, including Washington's threats to use force and violations of international law,"AFPcited the announcement on February 12 of the Russian Foreign Ministry.
The comments came after US President Donald Trump reiterated earlier this month that military intervention in Venezuela was an option. "The foreign minister is ready for negotiations on the Venezuela issue in accordance with the principles of the United Nations," the Russian Foreign Ministry said in a statement.