Chief warns country could be vulnerable to Chinese, Russian influence if it is forced to abandon operations there ...

Russia has been one of Venezuela’s most reliable allies in recent years, supporting President Nicolas Maduro’s government and ...

US use of sanctions has ballooned. Yet Venezuela shows the failure both of ‘maximum pressure’ tactics and attempts to ...

Russia's longest flights are to the tropical beaches of Venezuela, Bali, and Cuba (destinations free from Western sanctions).

"The sides reiterated their commitment to the relations of strategic partnership between Russia and Venezuela and expressed solidarity and firm mutual support on issues of the defense of state ...

“No one in this world can impose a president in Venezuela.” China and Russia also sent representatives, with Russia’s State Duma Chairman Vyacheslav Volodin seen arriving late on a state ...

Putin’s abandonment of Syria is also striking. Russia has been a crucial patron to Venezuela for several decades, providing it with military funding. A significant portion of the funds was ...

Tulsi Gabbard faced tough questions Thursday about past comments about Russia, Syria and government leaker Edward Snowden ...

Uncertainty over how Trump administration will shape its policies toward key oil suppliers such as Russia, Iran, Venezuela ...

WTI crude remains under pressure below $73.50 as sellers dominate. Key support at $72.32; a break could drive prices toward $71.25.

Venezuelan authorities need to approve the deal before production can begin. Russia is a close ally of Venezuela, helping to prop up its economy as it seeks to expand its influence in Latin America.