Recently, the US carried out a lightning-fast military operation in Venezuela, resulting in the arrest of Nicolás Maduro and his family. This event came as a real shock to Moscow’s politicians and Russian patriots, who had supported the Venezuelan regime for years with weapons and funds.
The US operation was conducted with great efficiency: American forces suppressed all resistance and achieved their objectives within hours. Russian weaponry, in which substantial investments were made, failed to protect Venezuela.
Russian information channels were filled with disappointment and complaints. Military bloggers compared the US actions to the failed "blitzkrieg" in Hostomel, highlighting that—in contrast—there were almost no losses for the Americans in Venezuela, and all goals were achieved swiftly.
This situation also highlighted serious geopolitical risks for Russia: the loss of Maduro means potential economic losses, diminished influence in the Western Hemisphere, and restricted access to Venezuelan oil. On Russian media, discussions have intensified about the failures of the leadership and possible delegitimization of the Moscow regime.
Many Russian analysts noted that the effectiveness of the US operation casts doubt on Russia’s military power and shows how quickly a strategic partner can be lost.
In summary, the events in Venezuela are a serious signal for Moscow, sharpening debates about the Kremlin regime’s ability to respond to global challenges.
