Washington has been pressuring other countries into following suit and has not ruled out using the option to oust the government of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.. Russia, Cuba, and China, however, back Maduro's in the face of the US pressure.. ..…

Maduro bolstered by Russia . The socialist president has been bolstered by the arrival last weekend of 100 Russian troops and Moscow's vow to stand up against what it said was a 'coup' being fomented by Washington. . ..…

Russia has emerged as backer of President Nicolas Maduro while United States backs the opposition and has imposed sanctions.. ..…

The Journal: “Russia…is one of a few foreign powers to maintain support for Mr. Maduro, whose May re-election was marred by fraud allegations.” . Fact: Around three-fourths of world nations and the UN refuse to recognize Guaido’s legitimacy because he has none. ..…