The US has complained about a possible loss of influence in South America due to Russia and China. This is stated in the text of the speech of the head of the Southern Command (SUTCOM) of the US Armed Forces, Admiral Craig Foller, published by the Eurasian Times.
“Russia is actively infiltrating the region to counter what it perceives as American intervention. [It] is expanding its air and water space to use its military power, signing agreements with Venezuela and Nicaragua, which allows Russian warships get [to the continent] in a short time, “the admiral said.
According to Voller, China and Iran are also actively seeking to “take advantage of the nascent, fragile democracy” in the region and use its resources. To achieve their goals, Moscow, Tehran and Beijing are taking advantage of the “benefits of the pandemic”.
Earlier in the UK, Russia was considered the number one threat. Britain has decided that it will defend itself “against any threats posed by the Russian side.” In addition, the United Kingdom plans to send its military forces overseas significantly more often, as well as to increase the defense budget.