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Thursday, January 8, 2026

US capture of Maduro tests limits of China’s diplomatic push

For nearly two decades, China has been more than just a trading partner for Venezuela: a key political backer, a financial lifeline during the worst years of sanctions, and an ally willing to defy the isolation imposed by the United States.

Bangladesh refuse India travel for 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup over security concerns

Bangladesh have refused to travel to India for the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup, citing safety concerns amid deteriorating political ties.

Maduro arrives for first US court appearance after capture

Deposed Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro arrived at a New York court on Monday, just days after being seized in Caracas in a shock US military operation that paved the path for Washington's plans to control the oil-rich country.

‘Happy New Year!’ VIDEO reveals Maduro’s first words on US soil

A video has appeared showing Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro wishing bystanders a “Happy New Year” after being abducted by American forces and flown to New York to face criminal charges.

Venezuela names acting president

Venezuela’s Supreme Court ordered Vice President Delcy Rodriguez to assume the role of interim president after Nicolas Maduro was kidnapped by US forces from Caracas and flown to New York to face criminal charges.

Trump Says U.S. Will ‘Run’ Venezuela, Tap Oil Reserves After Maduro Ousted

Hours after a dramatic U.S. military operation removed Nicolás Maduro from power, President Donald Trump said Washington would temporarily run Venezuela and exploit its vast oil reserves while overseeing a transition to new leadership.

Oil, Drugs, and Force: Trump Warns Venezuela of Second US Strike

President Donald Trump has warned that the United States could launch a second military strike on Venezuela if remaining members of the Maduro administration fail to cooperate with Washington.

United States to India: Slash Russian Oil Imports or Brace for New Tariffs

In a renewed threat, President Donald Trump has warned that the U.S. could quickly raise tariffs on Indian goods if New Delhi fails to curb its purchases of Russian oil.

Angelina Jolie Visits Egypt’s Rafah Crossing to Assess Gaza Aid Situation

Angelina Jolie visited the Egyptian side of the Rafah crossing, meeting Red Crescent volunteers and aid drivers to assess the stalled flow of humanitarian assistance into Gaza

Elon Musk’s Grok AI floods X with sexualized photos of women and minors

Elon Musk's xAI was under international scrutiny over allegations on Friday that it was filling its platform with sexualized, AI-generated images of women and minors.

Iran threatens to target American bases if US launches intervention

Tehran will target US forces in the Middle East if Washington tries to intervene in Iran’s handling of ongoing mass protests, the country’s parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Ghalibaf, has warned.

Multiple explosions heard in Venezuelan capital amid escalation with US (VIDEO)

Multiple explosions were heard early on Saturday in Caracas, Venezuela’s capital, according to media reports and footage from the scene.
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