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📅January 31, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Major global developments include U.S. capture of Venezuela's Maduro, military actions in Gaza and Lebanon, Trump's trade threats and warnings to Iran, and key diplomatic shifts like U.S. Iraq withdrawal.
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U.S. Forces Capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro

U.S. forces captured Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, flying them out of Venezuela; Vice President Delcy Rodríguez now acts as president.Source 2 Footage shows U.S. Marine Corps strikes on Fort Tiuna and Francisco de Miranda Air Base.Source 2 This marks a significant U.S. intervention in Venezuela.Source 1

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Israel Launches Airstrikes in Lebanon Amid Israel-Hezbollah Conflict

Israel conducted airstrikes in Lebanon, killing one person each in Tyre and other areas.Source 2 This escalates the ongoing Israel-Hezbollah tensions.Source 2 The strikes are part of broader regional conflicts including Gaza war.Source 2

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Israeli Military Attacks in Gaza Kill 13 Palestinians

Israeli forces launched multiple attacks in Gaza, resulting in 13 Palestinian deaths, including five children.Source 2 The incident highlights ongoing violence in the Gaza war.Source 2 Journalists continue to be killed in the conflict.Source 2

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U.S. Withdraws from Iraq's Al-Asad Airbase

U.S. Armed Forces formally withdrew from Al-Asad Airbase, handing control to Iraqi forces for the first time since 2014.Source 2 Iraq protested U.S. intervention in its internal affairs.Source 1 This follows tensions in Iraq-U.S. relations.Source 2

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Trump Warns Putin Against Bombing Kyiv, Cites Cold Weather

President Trump stated Putin agreed not to bomb Kyiv for a week due to cold weather.Source 1 The agreement stems from emotional reasons related to harsh conditions.Source 1 This reflects ongoing U.S. involvement in Ukraine-Russia dynamics.Source 1

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Trump Threatens 50% Tariffs on Canadian Planes and Warns UK on China Trade

Trump threatened 50% tariffs on Canadian planes exported to the U.S.Source 1 He also warned the UK against trade cooperation with China post his trip.Source 1 U.S.-Mexico trade talks continue amid these tensions.Source 1

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Trump Demands Iran Halt Nuclear Program and Stop Killing Protesters

Trump told Iran to take two steps to avoid military action: stop its nuclear program and halt killing protesters, claimed in thousands.Source 5 This escalates U.S.-Iran confrontations.Source 5 Iran faces potential military response.Source 5

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EU and Mercosur Sign Free Trade Agreement After 25 Years

The EU and Mercosur formally signed their association agreement, ending 25 years of negotiations.Source 2 This boosts trade between the blocs.Source 2 It marks a major economic milestone.Source 2

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Sudanese Government Returns to Khartoum Amid Civil War

Prime Minister Kamil Idris announced the government's return to Khartoum after operating from Port Sudan.Source 2 This shift occurs during the ongoing Sudanese civil war.Source 2 It signals potential stabilization efforts.Source 2

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Bandits Kill 30 in Nigerian Village Market Raid

Armed bandits raided a village market in Borgu, Niger State, killing at least 30 and kidnapping others; the market was looted and burned.Source 2 This intensifies the Nigerian bandit conflict.Source 2 Food shortages may worsen locally.Source 2

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Cambodia Liquidates Prince Bank Over Founder's U.S. Indictment

Cambodia's central bank ordered liquidation of Prince Bank after founder Chen Zhi's U.S. indictment for fraud and extradition to China.Source 2 This disrupts scam center operations linked to Cambodia-China ties.Source 2 Banking sector faces scrutiny.Source 2

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Epstein Files Release Includes 3 Million Pages, Videos, and Images

U.S. Justice Department released over 3 million pages, 2,000 videos, and 180,000 images from Epstein files.Source 3 Earlier batches included high-profile figures' photos.Source 3 This fuels ongoing public interest in the scandal.Source 3