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Venezuelan DM demands “immediate return” of Maduro

Venezuelan Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino López has demanded the “immediate return” of deposed President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores after they were captured by the United States.

Welfare of Venezuelans must prevail: Pope Leo

Pope Leo XIV has stated that Venezuelans' welfare should prevail after the toppling of President Nicolas Maduro in a US operation and said the country's sovereignty should be guaranteed.

Trump claims Putin ‘killing too many people’

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued new criticism against Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday as uncertainty continues to grow around the fate of U.S.-led Ukraine-Russia peace negotiations.

Venezuela high court orders VP to temporarily assume presidency after Maduro’s capture

Venezuela's Supreme Court late Saturday ordered Vice President Delcy Rodriguez to become the country's interim leader, after the United States captured President Nicolas Maduro and whisked him out of the country.

US issues warnings to three Latin American states

Following a US special forces raid that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Saturday, US President Donald Trump issued veiled warnings to the governments of Mexico, Colombia and Cuba.

US says Maduro indicted in New York

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife have been indicted in New York on several charges related to drug trafficking and weapons possession, US Attorney General Pam Bondi has stated.

Trump claims Maduro, his wife captured

US soldiers have captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife during Washington’s strikes on the nation’s capital, US President Donald Trump has claimed, adding that the two have been flown out of the South American country.

Loud explosions heard in Venezuela’s capital

Loud blasts, accompanied by sounds resembling aircraft flyovers, were heard in Caracas around 2:00 am (0600 GMT) Saturday, according to reports.

US announces new sanctions against Iran, Venezuela

The administration of President Donald Trump has announced sanctions against Iran and Venezuela, targeting companies that have been involved in the production and sale of drones.

Israeli president refutes speaking with Trump about Netanyahu pardon

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has rejected a claim by Donald Trump on Monday that the pair had discussed the US president's request for a pardon on corruption charges for Israel's premier.

Trump, top aides asked Netanyahu to change Israel’s policies in West Bank: Axios

US President Donald Trump and his top advisers have asked Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to change Tel Aviv's policies in the occupied West Bank, the Axios news site reported Monday.

China must ‘forcefully counter’ US weapons sales To Taiwan: FM

Beijing's top diplomat stressed Tuesday that China would "forcefully counter" large-scale US arms sales to Taiwan, as its military kicked off a second day of live-fire drills around the island.

Trump threatens Hamas, warns Iran of more attacks after talks with Netanyahu

United States President Donald Trump has warned Hamas of dire consequences if it fails to disarm, while also threatening to “quickly eradicate” and “knock down” any endeavours by Tehran to rebuild its nuclear programme.

US slashes UN humanitarian aid to $2bn: report

The United States has announced it will contribute only $2bn in United Nations humanitarian assistance – a small fraction of its traditional funding scope – as President Donald Trump’s administration continues to heavily downsize its role in foreign aid.

Ukraine peace accord ‘closer than ever’: Trump says after meeting with Zelensky

US President Donald Trump has stated that a deal to end the war in Ukraine is “closer than ever” but has admitted that “thorny” questions over the future of the eastern Donbas region have yet to be resolved, after a two-hour meeting on Sunday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Florida.

Kremlin discloses details of Putin-Trump phone call

US President Donald Trump called his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Sunday to discuss a number of issues related to the Ukraine peace negotiations ahead of a meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky in Florida, Kremlin foreign policy aide Yury Ushakov has stated.

Netanyahu to Meet Trump in Florida Monday: Israeli Official

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will depart for the United States on Sunday and meet with President Donald Trump in Florida a day later, an Israeli official told AFP news agency.

Trump could unveil Gaza ‘peace council’, ‘government’ soon: Report

The White House wants to move beyond phase one of the Gaza ceasefire process in January, but Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pushed back, creating friction with United States President Donald Trump’s senior team, according to a report.

China sanctions many US firms over Taiwan arms sales

China has announced fresh sanctions on 20 US defence firms, including a Boeing subsidiary, over Washington's latest weapons sales to Taiwan, which Beijing claims as its own.

EU should not act as alternative to NATO: Chief

The European Union would only hurt itself if it decides to go its own way in the field of security, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has told dpa news agency. The European members of the bloc need to comply with Washington’s demands and spend more on their militaries instead, he stated on Friday.

Dozens of US lawmakers call on Trump to address Israeli Gaza ceasefire violations

Nearly 50 Democratic members of Congress have urged US President Donald Trump to address Israeli ceasefire violations in Gaza and to withhold US assistance if attacks continue.

US slashed Ukraine aid by factor of 77 since 2024: Report

Over the past year, the amount of US aid to Ukraine has dropped by a whopping $45 billion, with Kiev’s European supporters so far unable to make up for the difference, ZN.UA media outlet has reported.

US allies dissatisfied with WH’s foreign policy shift: Survey

Public opinions in countries which are closely allied with Washington have shifted sharply against the US amid President Donald Trump’s ongoing foreign policy overhaul, according to a poll published by Politico.

Two Americans killed fighting for Ukraine: Newsweek

Two American mercenaries have been killed while fighting for Ukraine against Russian soldiers in December, Newsweek has reported.

US warns Maduro not to ‘play tough’ as Russia, China back Venezuela

United States President Donald Trump has issued a new warning to Nicolas Maduro, saying “it would be smart” for the Venezuelan president to step down, as Washington escalates a pressure campaign that has drawn sharp rebukes from Russia and China.

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