Putin holds phone call with Venezuelan President Maduro

Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone conversation with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro as tensions between the US and Venezuelacontinue.

In a statement released by the Kremlin regarding the call, it was noted that Putin expressed support for Maduro in the face of increasing external pressureIt was stated that he conveyed Russia's support to Maduro for the path his government is following.

In the statement, it was noted that Putin and Maduro discussed the implementation of the strategic partnership agreement, as well as various issues related to the economy and energy sectors.It was stated that they expressed their desire to implement various joint projects.