美国前官员声称：俄罗斯曾非正式提出“用委内瑞拉换乌克兰”

Core Viewpoint - The recent U.S. actions against Venezuela have raised international concerns, with implications for U.S.-Russia relations, particularly regarding the ongoing Ukraine conflict [1][3]. Group 1: U.S. Actions and Implications - The U.S. has reportedly "kidnapped" Venezuelan President Maduro, which is seen as a significant blow to Russia, a key ally of Venezuela [3]. - Fiona Hill, a former U.S. National Security Council official, revealed that Russia had informally suggested a deal where the U.S. could act freely in Venezuela in exchange for U.S. concessions in Ukraine [1][3]. - The U.S. and Russia are believed to be discussing ways to end the Ukraine conflict, with Russia aiming to maintain a balance without making significant concessions [3]. Group 2: Russia's Response - Russia has condemned the U.S. actions, calling them a violation of international law and demanding the release of Venezuela's legitimate president [4]. - Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council, criticized the U.S. for its actions, suggesting that such behavior could lead to broader conflicts [3][4]. - Russia's representative at the UN emphasized that the U.S. actions signify a return to lawlessness, which could destabilize other nations [4].