Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has sparked concern of a global supply shortage, forcing the U.S. to rethink its relationship with Venezuela. The burden created by strict U.S. sanctions against Venezuela has seen former President Nicolas Maduro seek support from countries opposed to Washington. Any move by Washington to ease sanctions in response to spiraling crude oil prices could trigger a major backlash. Russia’s invasion of the former Soviet Republic Ukraine, Europe’s second-largest country, triggered a watershed moment for President Joe Biden and his administration. It is forcing Washington to recognize the expansionist aims of President Vladimir Putin’s Russia and reappraise U.S. foreign policy, particularly in Latin America. Russia’s autocratic president has made no secret of his desire to rebuild the country’s global superpower […]