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Over 2,500 Killed in Anti-Government Protests in Iran
Protests in Iran have resulted in over 2,500 deaths as demonstrators challenge the regime. President Trump vowed U.S. intervention, stating 'help is on the way' and urging protesters to seize institutions, while White House officials consider military options. The U.S. State Department urged American citizens to leave Iran immediately amid escalating violence.
DOJ Memo Affirms Trump's Power to Attack Venezuela
The U.S. Justice Department released a memo dated December 23 stating President Trump had constitutional authority for the military strike on Venezuela that killed at least 80, including civilians, and captured Nicol谩s Maduro. The action has drawn international condemnation as a violation of law, with UN investigators calling for release of political prisoners.
Venezuelan families seek information on missing relatives.
Trump Pushes for U.S. Military Takeover of Greenland
President Trump reiterated calls for the U.S. to militarily seize Greenland, posting on Truth Social that NATO would be stronger under U.S. control. Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are meeting Greenland and Denmark leaders at the White House.
This aligns with broader 'America First' spheres of influence strategy.
Trump Admin Suspends Funding for Sanctuary Cities
Federal funding for sanctuary cities and states like California, New York, and Illinois will be suspended starting February as part of immigration crackdown. Trump claimed these policies cause crime and fraud, despite data showing immigrants commit fewer crimes.
This escalates domestic immigration enforcement.
Temporary Protected Status Ended for Somalis
The Trump administration is terminating TPS for over 2,000 Somalis, giving them until March to leave or face deportation. Trump has intensified racist rhetoric against the Somali community.
This fits broader immigration restrictions.
US Withdrawing from 66 UN Entities
The U.S. is exiting 66 UN organizations focused on climate, environment, human rights, gender, and migration, raising fears of full UN withdrawal. Critics question if Trump could force the UN out of New York despite agreements.
This signals danger to multilateralism.
Gaza Ceasefire Allows Aid Ramp-Up
A new Hamas leader was elected post-ceasefire phase two, enabling UN aid delivery to restore reproductive healthcare amid destroyed services. Physicians demand Israel lift all restrictions on medicine, food, and aid into Gaza.
Rights groups highlight the crisis.
Davos Report Warns of Geo-Economic Confrontation
World Economic Forum report ranks geo-economic confrontation as top 2026 risk, driven by U.S. tariffs and powers securing spheres of interest. Conflicts in Middle East, Iran, and Trump's policies contribute to turbulent years ahead.
State-based armed conflict ranks second.
ICE Advances Ethnic Cleansing Policies in U.S.
Under Trump, ICE acts as a praetorian guard implementing harsh immigration politics, dividing the population. This echoes concerns of ethnic cleansing in Europe and U.S.
Ties into sanctuary funding cuts and TPS endings.
Venezuela in Geopolitical Limbo Post-Maduro Capture
Venezuela faces limbo after U.S. capture of Maduro, with global South noting situational international rules. Russia gains long-term despite losses; U.S.-Russia collision course.
Protests demand Maduro's release.
Escalating Fighting in Sudan Displaces Civilians
UN reports worsening violence in Sudan killing and displacing civilians across multiple regions. OCHA highlights humanitarian crisis.
Part of broader global conflicts in WEF risk outlook.