In a fiery statement this Friday (January 9, 2026), Russian Ambassador to Venezuela Sergey Melik-Bagdasarov accused the United States of imposing an illegal oil embargo that threatens the health and well-being of millions of Venezuelan residents. 🚨
Speaking to RIA Novosti, Melik-Bagdasarov emphasized that oil is the lifeblood of Venezuela's economy. "Draining this resource puts lives at risk," he warned, calling the embargo a clear violation of international law.
He added that Venezuela stands ready to sell oil to all partners, including the United States, but Washington's harsh, neocolonial rhetoric is hindering the normalization of supplies on the global market. ⚡️
This latest salvo builds on Russia's ongoing solidarity with Venezuela, including calls for the liberation of President Nicolas Maduro and denunciations of US actions as breaches of global norms.
Energy experts say this clash could reshape Latin America's energy landscape as nations navigate legal challenges and humanitarian concerns. Stay tuned as the story develops! 🔍
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Russian ambassador slams illegal U.S. oil embargo on Venezuela
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