Russia and Belarus Demand Maduro's Release and Restoration to Power
The call came after a conversation between the countries' foreign ministers, signaling explicit recognition of Maduro as Venezuela's lawful leader.
Overview
- The Russian Foreign Ministry reported that Sergey Lavrov and Belarusian counterpart Maxim Ryzhkenkov discussed Venezuela by phone on January 3.
- Their statement urged the immediate release of Nicolás Maduro and his wife and called for their return to the capital.
- The ministers pressed for Maduro to be restored as head of state, describing him as the legitimate president of Venezuela.
- RIA Novosti published the ministry's statement the same day, reflecting the official positions of Moscow and Minsk.
- The report did not indicate any compliance with the demand or any subsequent international action.