Consider This from NPR The U.S. indicts Maduro. What's it mean for the rest of the world?
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Jan 6, 2026 
Joining the discussion are Charles Maines, NPR's Moscow correspondent, and Michelle Kellerman, a reporter covering the Middle East. They dive into Russia's outrage over U.S. actions against Maduro, exploring how this affects Moscow's diplomatic stance and its historical ties to Venezuela. Michelle highlights the implications for Iran and Hezbollah, including concerns about funding and regional stability amid protests in Iran. The conversation brings to light the complex web of international relations and the potential ripple effects of Maduro's capture.
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Maduro Captured And Charged In U.S.
- Nicolás Maduro and his wife were brought to a Manhattan courtroom and pleaded not guilty to narco-terrorism and related charges.
- The covert extraction from Caracas has left Venezuelans and the world uncertain about what happens next.
Russia Voices Outrage But Acts Cautiously
- Russia's foreign ministry condemned the U.S. action as an unacceptable assault on Venezuela's sovereignty.
- Moscow's outrage is mostly rhetorical because it has limited ability and appetite to directly challenge the U.S. over Venezuela now.
Limits Of The Russia–Venezuela Partnership
- Russia values its relationship with Venezuela for oil and to counter U.S. influence, but recent events expose limits to that partnership.
- Moscow refrained from more forceful aid partly to preserve relations with the U.S. amid other geopolitical priorities.