Dmitri Medvedev harshly criticizes the USA for the kidnapping of Maduro and the retention of Russian oil, demanding recognition of the legality of Russia's actions in Ukraine.

The former Russian president, Dmitry Medvedev, launched a vehement attack on the United States and Western leaders, commenting on the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and the detention of a tanker under the Russian flag. Medvedev believes that Maduro's abduction represents a catastrophe in international relations, suggesting that he could become a symbol of the Latin American struggle. Medvedev criticizes the sanctions imposed by the U.S., stating that Russia will withstand pressure and continue to defend its interests. Additionally, he emphasizes the chaos in international relations and suggests that violent reactions are inevitable in the face of current provocations.