Reference News Network, November 15 report - According to EFE news agency on November 14, the Kremlin said on the 14th that it believes the United States will not take any actions that could disrupt the stability of the "Venezuela周边" and the Caribbean region. Previously, the Pentagon announced on the 13th the launch of the "Spear of the South" operation, a military operation aimed at combating drug trafficking in Latin America.

Russian President's Press Secretary Peskov stated at the daily press conference: "We believe that (the United States) will not take any actions that could lead to instability in the Caribbean region and the surrounding areas of Venezuela, and all actions will be carried out in accordance with international law."

Peskov pointed out that the compliance with international law in many parts of the world is "regrettable".

Shortly after the U.S. Navy's "Ford" aircraft carrier arrived in the southern part of the Caribbean Sea, the U.S. Defense Secretary (Minister of War) Hagel announced the launch of this operation. Since mid-August, Washington has deployed destroyers and landing ships in the region.

The Treaty of Strategic Partnership and Cooperation between Russia and Venezuela came into effect on November 12. Previously, the Russian Federation Council (upper house of parliament) and the State Duma (lower house of parliament) urged the international community to condemn the United States' "provocative actions" against Venezuela.

President Putin of Russia signed the legal documents to approve the treaty's entry into force on October 27. Previously, Venezuelan President Maduro approved the treaty's entry into force on October 7. The treaty expands cooperation between the two countries in political and economic fields, covering energy, mining, transportation and communication, as well as security and the fight against terrorism and extremism. The specific terms of the treaty are still unclear.

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov denied on November 11 reports that Venezuela had requested military assistance from Moscow after the escalation of tensions with the United States.

Lavrov said, "No, we have not received any requests." He added, "Russia is prepared to fully fulfill the obligations stipulated in the treaty reached with our Venezuelan friends."

Translation by Tian Ce

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