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Why didn't Russia aid Maduro

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Russia did not aid Maduro during his ouster due to logistical challenges, fear of escalating conflict with the U.S., and a calculation that the risks outweighed the benefits. Russian defense systems and promises proved ineffective, and officials did not expect or prepare for a U.S. attack. The loss is seen as symbolic, damaging Russia's influence, but with limited immediate economic impact.

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Why didn't Russia aid Venezuela during Maduro's ouster?

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  • Russia supplied Venezuela with arms and promised defense support 9s
  • U.S. bombed Caracas and kidnapped Maduro; Russia did not intervene 35s
  • Russia failed to stop U.S. seizure of an oil tanker despite threats 43s
  • Experts say Russia avoided intervention to prevent world war 1m 1s
  • Loss of Venezuela is symbolic, with limited short-term economic impact 2m 34s

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Why didn't Russia aid Venezuela during Maduro's ouster?
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20 hours ago
Why didn't Russia aid Venezuela during Maduro's ouster?

When the U.S. bombed Caracas and kidnapped Maduro, Russian defense systems and promises did not help.

Why didn't Russia aid Venezuela during Maduro's ouster?
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20 hours ago
Why didn't Russia aid Venezuela during Maduro's ouster?

Russia failed to stop the U.S. from seizing an oil tanker, despite claims of deploying a submarine to intercept.

Why didn't Russia aid Venezuela during Maduro's ouster?
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20 hours ago
Why didn't Russia aid Venezuela during Maduro's ouster?

Russian officials believed a U.S. attack on Venezuela was impossible and did not expect to mobilize against the U.S., fearing escalation to world war.

Why didn't Russia aid Venezuela during Maduro's ouster?
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20 hours ago
Why didn't Russia aid Venezuela during Maduro's ouster?

Experts suggest Russia would not risk a third world war over Venezuela and logistically could not respond quickly.

Why didn't Russia aid Venezuela during Maduro's ouster?
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20 hours ago
Why didn't Russia aid Venezuela during Maduro's ouster?

The loss is mainly symbolic, damaging Russia's reputation and image in Latin America, but experts argue the short-term economic impact on Russia will be limited.

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