President Donald Trump's special envoy to Venezuela warned that the administration could impose financial sanctions against Russia if it continues to meddle in Venezuela.
Elliott Abrams said he has already delivered a list of options to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, including diplomatic pressure and economic sanctions, that can be employed against Russia if it continues to send military personnel to Caracas.
The Trump administration ratcheted up its warnings Friday against Russia and other countries who may be considering sending military personnel to Venezuela by calling the action a direct threat to peace and security in the region.
The Russians caught the attention of the United States and regional allies this week after two Russian planes landed in Caracas filled with about 100 Russian soldiers.
Pompeo earlier warned that the United States wouldn't "Stand idly by" as Russians sent troops into Venezuela.
Trump was even more forceful when asked about the Russian activity during his meeting Wednesday with Guaido's wife.
The Red Cross announced Friday that it would start distributing humanitarian aid in Venezuela in about 15 days.
https://www.military.com/daily-news/2019/03/31/trump-administration-threatens-sanctions-against-russia-meddling-venezuela.html
Elliott Abrams said he has already delivered a list of options to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, including diplomatic pressure and economic sanctions, that can be employed against Russia if it continues to send military personnel to Caracas.
The Trump administration ratcheted up its warnings Friday against Russia and other countries who may be considering sending military personnel to Venezuela by calling the action a direct threat to peace and security in the region.
The Russians caught the attention of the United States and regional allies this week after two Russian planes landed in Caracas filled with about 100 Russian soldiers.
Pompeo earlier warned that the United States wouldn't "Stand idly by" as Russians sent troops into Venezuela.
Trump was even more forceful when asked about the Russian activity during his meeting Wednesday with Guaido's wife.
The Red Cross announced Friday that it would start distributing humanitarian aid in Venezuela in about 15 days.
https://www.military.com/daily-news/2019/03/31/trump-administration-threatens-sanctions-against-russia-meddling-venezuela.html
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