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US Captures Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in Military Operation
US special forces captured President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a large-scale strike on Saturday, transferring him to New York custody for drug trafficking charges. Vice President Delcy RodrĂguez assumed interim leadership with court backing, as protests spread in the US and region. The UN Security Council will examine the intervention's legality.
Trump Warns of Further US Action Against Venezuela and Neighbors
President Trump threatened additional military strikes if Maduro's government resists, and hinted at actions against Colombia and Mexico over drug issues. He claimed the US would 'run' Venezuela during transition, drawing Republican support but international criticism. Protests erupted over deportations and the raid.
Global Backlash to US Venezuela Intervention Grows
UN Secretary-General Guterres called US actions a 'dangerous precedent'; Spain and Latin American nations rejected the attack in a joint statement. Cuba reported 32 officer deaths in the operation; North Korea denounced it as a sovereignty violation.
Berlin Power Outage Linked to Suspected Far-Left Arson Attack
A major blackout hit 45,000 homes in southwest Berlin, attributed to arson by far-left extremists, according to German authorities. The politically motivated fire disrupted the area amid rising tensions.
North Korea Conducts Hypersonic Missile Tests Linked to Venezuela Crisis
Kim Jong Un oversaw hypersonic missile drills, stressing nuclear deterrent upgrades amid 'geopolitical crisis' from US Venezuela raid. The Foreign Ministry condemned the operation as a UN Charter breach.
UK and France Strike Islamic State Arms Facility in Syria
UK and French warplanes targeted a suspected IS weapons site in Syria. The strikes come amid ongoing regional conflicts.
Denmark and Greenland Reject Trump's Annexation Threats
Denmark's PM urged Trump to stop threats of taking over Greenland; Greenland's PM echoed rejection of comments by Trump and associates. Tensions rise over strategic interests.
Saudi-Backed Forces Retake Yemen’s Mukalla from STC
Saudi-supported forces recaptured Mukalla after STC advances into oil-rich regions; Riyadh to host southern factions conference. Escalation follows STC seizures in Hadramout and Mahra.
Nigeria Village Attack Kills at Least 30
Gunmen attacked a village in Nigeria, killing at least 30 people. Details on perpetrators remain unclear amid ongoing violence.
Gaza Faces Worsening Humanitarian Crisis in Winter
Aid lifelines strain as winter storms hit damaged shelters in Gaza; new year dawns amid rubble and displacement. UN urges Israel to drop death penalty proposals for Palestinians.
Swiss Alps Bar Fire Victims Honored in Silent March
Hundreds marched silently for 40 killed in a New Year’s Eve fire at a Crans-Montana bar; first victims identified. Residents mourn amid investigation.
Drone Strike Kills One in Russia's Belgorod Region
A Ukrainian drone attack killed one and wounded two, including a child, in Belgorod ahead of Ukraine peace talks in Paris. Russian officials reported the incident.