Did Russia get oil from Venezuels?
Yes, Russia has long maintained significant involvement in Venezuela’s oil sector, with state-owned firms operating joint ventures with PDVSA to secure oil assets, particularly through
Roszarubezhneft. As of early 2026, Russia holds the second-largest foreign claim on Venezuelan oil assets, with the state-run entity continuing to operate in the country despite U.S. sanctions
Did Russia get oil from Iran?
AI Overview
Yes, Russia has engaged in oil-related dealings with Iran, primarily focusing on strategic cooperation to bypass international sanctions. This includes
oil-for-goods swaps (notably a $1.5 billion deal in 2014), using Iran as a route to sell crude, and collaborating to develop oilfields. Both countries often cooperate to sell oil to China, utilizing "dark fleet" tankers to obscure transactions.
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