Russia Warns of US Deep State Coup Plot in Venezuela

Russian UN Ambassador Alleges US Deep State Planning Coup in Venezuela Under Drug War Pretext

Russia Issues Warning Over US Coup Plot in Venezuela Amid Anti-Drug Operations

Russian Ambassador to the United Nations, Vassily Nebenzia, has publicly accused the US deep state of attempting to orchestrate a coup in Venezuela. The operation is reportedly disguised as an anti-drug campaign but is seen by Russia and Caracas as a direct threat to Venezuelan sovereignty and regional stability.

US Military Actions Off Venezuela’s Coast Escalate Tensions

Washington has deployed marines and warships near Venezuela, executing airstrikes against suspected drug-smuggling vessels. At least four boats have been sunk and over 21 individuals killed. Caracas condemned these actions, labeling them a violation of international law and demanding an emergency United Nations Security Council session to address the crisis.

Russia Condemns US Campaign as Political Pressure

Speaking at the Security Council meeting, Nebenzia strongly condemned the US military campaign. According to his statements:

• The operation constitutes a violation of international law and human rights.

• It represents a campaign of political, military, and psychological pressure with the goal of regime change.

• Classic tactics of color revolutions and hybrid warfare are being employed by artificially creating confrontation.

Nebenzia criticized the US justification for its operations as a fictional narrative resembling a Hollywood storyline. He highlighted that official UN reports do not acknowledge Venezuela as a major drug trafficking hub, emphasizing that 87% of cocaine entering the US arrives via the Pacific Ocean—not accessible from Venezuela.

Calls for De-escalation Amidst Rising Rhetoric

Other Security Council members echoed calls for de-escalation. However, US Political Counselor John Kelley reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to using "full might" against what it calls Venezuelan drug cartels.

Background: US-Venezuela Political Tensions

The Trump administration intensified pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, accusing him of ties to drug trafficking and labeling him a “narcoterrorist.” Rewards for his arrest were doubled to $50 million. Trump refused to recognize Maduro's 2024 reelection and endorsed opposition candidates, including congratulating opposition leader Maria Corina Machado on a Nobel Peace Prize, signaling political support.

Maduro continues to vehemently deny allegations linking him to drug trafficking.