Trump Next Target After Venezuela: Which Countries Are on the Radar?
President Donald Trump second term is quickly taking shape around an assertive foreign policy agenda, marked by bold rhetoric and renewed focus on areas considered vital to U.S. influence and…
Gaza kids face sniper fire to reach makeshift tent classrooms
In a modest tent filled with dust and school bags, seven-year-old Tulin gets ready for her first school day after a two-year hiatus. The moment, normally associated with joy, is…
Maduro opponent Machado vows to return to Venezuela, wants election
Venezuela’s main opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has vowed to return home quickly, praising U.S. President Donald Trump for toppling her enemy Nicolas Maduro and declaring her movement ready to…
India Seeks Reset With Bangladesh BNP Ahead of Elections
India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Tarique Rahman, current leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), in Dhaka on Sunday, just one day after the passing of former Bangladeshi…
Israeli Military Vehicles Move Into Village Near Quneitra, South Syria
Twelve Israeli army vehicles moved into Saida al-Golan, a rural village in the Quneitra countryside of southern Syria, on Tuesday, an Al Jazeera correspondent on the ground reported. The deployment…
U.S. Capture of Maduro Challenges China’s Diplomatic Drive
China’s top diplomat has sharply criticized the United States for acting like a “world judge” after U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and brought him to New York to…
Trump Warns Venezuela Acting Leader as Maduro Heads to Court
Venezuela is entering one of the most unpredictable political moments in its modern history after the sudden detention of President Nicolás Maduro, who had led the country for 12 years.…
Trump Warns Venezuela’s New Leader as Maduro Heads to Court
U.S. President Donald Trump has delivered a direct warning to Venezuela’s interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, saying she could face consequences if her government does not align with Washington’s expectations. His…
Venezuela Stay Alert, Anxious for What Comes Next
Venezuela is stepping into a new chapter marked by deep uncertainty after the abrupt removal of Nicolás Maduro, who had served as president for the past 12 years. The announcement…
Syria Struggles to Rebuild Its Military
One year after the collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s government, Syria continues to face structural and political challenges. For decades, the country’s military and security institutions were seen by many citizens…
Trump Confirms Maduro’s Arrest, US to Manage Venezuela
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was being held in a federal detention facility near New York on Sunday, following what President Donald Trump described as a daring U.S. operation to seize…
Swiss Resort Fire Triggered a ‘Flashover,’ Authorities Explain
Swiss authorities confirmed on Friday that a fatal fire at a popular ski-resort bar in Crans-Montana escalated within moments into a flashover, a high-risk fire phenomenon where most flammable objects…
Saudi Arabia Accepts Yemen’s Call to Mediate Southern Conflict
Saudi Arabia has responded positively to a formal request from Yemen’s Saudi-aligned Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) to host a diplomatic forum in Riyadh, aimed at settling a violent power dispute…
Maduro Follows Saddam, Noriega in US Takedown History
President Donald Trump’s announcement that the United States has captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, amid “large-scale” military actions against Venezuela has stunned international observers. Venezuelan…
Iran FM Says Trump’s Protest Remarks Were “Reckless”
Iran foreign ministry has sharply criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent declaration that the United States would intervene if peaceful demonstrators are killed, labeling the message “reckless and dangerous.”…
Trump Claims Maduro Arrested After Major US Military Operation
The United States conducted a “large-scale military strike” against Venezuela and detained President Nicolás Maduro during the operation, according to a statement published by US President Donald Trump on social…
Trump Warns Iran Over Protest Violence
Iran ongoing protests over inflation and economic hardship have drawn sharp rhetoric from Washington, after U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iranian authorities against using force on demonstrators. In a Friday…
Yemen Government Begins Military Push on Separatist Units
Yemen Saudi-backed government on Friday initiated what it described as a security-driven military operation aimed at reasserting control over key defense sites in Hadramout province, near the Saudi–Yemen border. The…
Swiss Start Complex Victim Identification After Fatal Bar Fire
Swiss investigators on Friday continued forensic verification efforts after a fire swept through a packed bar during New Year’s Eve celebrations at the upscale ski resort of Crans-Montana. Officials confirmed…
India–Pakistan Eye 2026 Reset After Dhaka Meeting
India Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar publicly greeted Ayaz Sadiq, Speaker of Pakistan’s National Assembly, during a regional diplomatic gathering in Dhaka. The exchange, a brief handshake followed by conversation, occurred…
Swiss Authorities Work to Identify Victims of Deadly Bar Fire
Swiss authorities on Friday continued forensic efforts to identify victims of a catastrophic New Year’s Eve bar fire at the luxury ski resort of Crans-Montana, where around 40 fatalities and…
Ukraine Adapt to Blackouts as Russia Targets Energy Grid
Liudmyla Shramko left Kyiv in 2024 seeking safety for her newborn twins, Oleksandra and Yelizaveta, during a summer of intense heat, shelling risks, and unscheduled blackouts. A year later, the…
Swiss Ski Resort Bar Fire Kills Dozens, 100 Injured
A New Year’s Eve celebration in the upscale ski resort of Crans-Montana ended in disaster early Wednesday when a fast-moving fire tore through Le Constellation, a bar packed with partygoers.…
Mass Rally in Istanbul Shows Support for Gaza
A major public march swept across Istanbul on Thursday, as hundreds of thousands of citizens gathered to express solidarity with Palestinians and draw attention to Gaza’s ongoing humanitarian crisis. The…
Putin Shows Confidence as Russia Nears a Harsh Turning Point
Russia is nearing a symbolic benchmark: by mid-January, President Vladimir Putin military campaign in Ukraine will surpass the length of the Soviet Union’s fight on the Eastern Front in World…
Gaza Starts 2026 with a Fight for Survival and Dignity
As the calendar flipped to a new year, Sanaa Issa, a 41-year-old mother of seven, adjusted the plastic cover above her tent while rain struck the makeshift roof. The ceasefire…
Trump Ends National Guard Deployment in Chicago, LA & Portland
President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that his administration is withdrawing the National Guard from Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland. In the same statement posted online, he cautioned that federal…
Taiwan Pledges Firm Response to China’s Latest Military Exercise
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te delivered a resolute national address on Thursday, emphasizing the island’s readiness to protect its territorial authority and accelerate military modernization. His statement followed China’s recent drills,…
Bangladesh Watches: Can Zia’s Son Carry Her Legacy?
The grounds outside Evercare Hospital became a quiet center of mourning on Tuesday as confirmation spread that Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh’s three-time prime minister and the symbolic anchor of the Bangladesh…
Putin New Year Address: Russia “Sure of Winning” in Ukraine
President Vladimir Putin used his annual televised New Year’s Eve address to signal Russia’s belief in eventual victory in Ukraine, nearly four years after the conflict began with a full-scale…
Taiwan on Alert as Chinese Naval Units Withdraw Post-Drills
Dec 30, 2025 — Taiwan remained in a heightened security posture on Wednesday, one day after China conducted its widest military drills around the island this year. The Taiwan Coast…
Israeli Attacks Persist as Gaza Camps Struggle With Flooding
Military activity continued across the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, as diplomatic tensions over ceasefire compliance persisted. Local emergency responders and aid monitors said the latest operations were part of a…
China Launches Wide Military Maneuvers Near Taiwan
China on Tuesday began one of its most expansive military exercises near Taiwan, involving rocket launches into maritime zones close to the island. The drills, labeled “Justice Mission 2025,” came…
Exclusive: CIA Conducts Drone Strike Near Venezuela Port
U.S. officials and regional sources indicated this week that a U.S. intelligence-led UAV operation took place earlier this month near a Venezuela coastal port. The mission, which has not been…
Bangladesh mourns the passing of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia
Bangladesh has announced a three-day period of national mourning following the passing of Khaleda Zia, the country’s first woman to serve as prime minister and a defining figure in South…
Ukraine Says No to Drone Attack Accusations on Putin’s House
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday firmly denied allegations from Moscow claiming that Ukraine had launched an unmanned aerial attack on one of President Vladimir Putin’s state residences. Zelensky said…
Trump Signals Tougher Stance After Netanyahu Meeting
U.S. President Donald Trump delivered a series of diplomatic warnings on Monday after holding extended discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the president’s Florida estate. Their talks centered…
Ukraine Weighs Risks and Plans for Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Site
The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), the largest nuclear facility in Europe, has emerged as one of the most complex issues in diplomatic discussions to end the war between Ukraine…
Thailand Says Cambodia Broke Recently Signed Peace Agreement
Thailand armed forces stated on Monday that Cambodia may have violated a recently signed ceasefire agreement, just days after weeks of clashes along their shared border eased through diplomatic talks.…
Bangladesh Gen Z Party Struggles With Growing Internal Opposition
A youth-led political party that emerged from Bangladesh 2024 mass uprising is now confronting deep internal conflict, after agreeing to form an election partnership with the Islamist organization Jamaat-e-Islami. Analysts…
Nepal PM Vote Nears as Youth Protests Lift Rapper Into Politics
A major political shift is unfolding in Nepal as two widely known public figures build a new alliance ahead of the country’s March parliamentary vote. The coalition is expected to…
China Responds to US–Taiwan Defense Pact With Regional Military Games
China Eastern Theater Command confirmed on Monday that it has mobilized ground troops, naval fleets, air squadrons, and missile units in zones surrounding Taiwan as part of expansive military exercises.…
Trump Says Peace Talks Progress, Complex Issues Still on the Table
U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday that negotiations to end the war in Ukraine have inched forward, but significant disagreements persist — especially regarding…
More than 700 relatives of Gaza journalists killed by Israel
A new report released by the Palestinian Journalists Syndicate states that relatives of media workers in Gaza have suffered a severe civilian toll since the conflict escalated in October 2023.…
Myanmar Polling Ends in First Vote Under Military Rule
Myanmar has officially closed polling in its first general election process since the 2021 military takeover, a vote held in a fraction of the country as armed conflict continues to…
Myanmar Runs War-Time Election, Critics Push Back
Myanmar has begun a nationwide voting process for the first time since the 2021 military power shift, but large parts of the country remain excluded as conflict, security crackdowns, and…
Russia May Deploy New Hypersonic Missiles in Belarus
New commercial satellite imagery indicates that Russia may be positioning nuclear-capable hypersonic missiles at a former airbase in eastern Belarus, potentially extending Moscow’s strike range across Europe, according to two…
Zelenskiy and Trump to Talk Ukraine Peace Plan in Florida
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and U.S. President-elect Donald Trump are scheduled to meet on Sunday at Trump’s residence in Florida, focusing on possible steps to end the war in Ukraine.…
Putin and the Oligarchs: Loyalty in a Time of War
As the war in Ukraine stretches on, Russia has recorded its highest-ever number of billionaires, even as the country’s wealthy elite have become nearly invisible in political decision-making. Since taking…
Gaza Doctor Remains in Custody One Year With No Formal Charges
A year after being taken into Israeli custody, Dr. Hussam Abu Safia, 52, is still being held without formal charges or a court trial, according to statements from his family…
Myanmar Holds Election Amid Ongoing Conflict
Myanmar proceeded with national voting on Sunday while large areas of the country continue to be affected by internal conflict and one of Asia’s most critical humanitarian emergencies. The election…
Fear and Uncertainty Grip Nigeria Village After U.S. Airstrike
Residents of the small farming settlement of Jabo in northwestern Nigeria are grappling with anxiety and uncertainty, a day after debris from a U.S. missile strike landed near the community’s…
Russia Strikes Kyiv Before Trump–Zelensky Peace Talks
Russia carried out a broad aerial assault on Ukraine’s capital early Saturday, shortly after President Volodymyr Zelensky signaled plans to meet U.S. President-elect Donald Trump in Florida on Sunday. The…
Thailand–Cambodia Reach Truce After Border Fighting
Thailand and Cambodia confirmed on Saturday that a new ceasefire agreement has officially begun, announced through a joint communiqué released by the defence ministers of both nations. The pact ends…
Russia Hits Ukraine With Drones and Missiles Ahead of US Talks
Russia launched a wave of missile and drone attacks on Ukraine on Saturday, hours before President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s scheduled meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago in Florida —…
Zelensky to Hold Peace Talks with Trump This Sunday
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed he expects to meet U.S. President Donald Trump in Florida on Sunday. The discussion will concentrate on a revised peace framework aimed at ending the…
Nigeria and Allegations of Christian Targeting: What’s True?
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that American military units carried out strikes against groups connected to the Islamic State (IS) in Nigeria. He framed the action as a response to…
China Reduces IPO Barriers for Reusable Launch Companies
China is reshaping its capital market policies to support companies working on reusable commercial rocket technology. On Friday, the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) announced updated listing guidelines that give these…
Could 2026 Bring the End of the Russia-Ukraine Conflict?
A Ukraine officer, introduced as Vasily, stood near Kyiv’s Sophia Square, describing the psychological edge Ukrainian troops often sense on the battlefield. The large Christmas tree behind him lit the…
Asian Markets Climb to Six-Week Peak as Precious Metals Surge
Asian equity markets advanced on Friday, reaching their strongest level in over a month, as investors positioned for a positive close to the year. Despite limited participation from several major…
U.S Military Targets ISIS Network in Nigeria’s Northwest
On Thursday, the United States launched a coordinated military strike on suspected Islamic State (ISIL) militants operating in Nigeria’s northwest, following an official request from the Nigerian government. Former U.S…
Russia’s Rising Pressure Compels Europe to Reface the Reality of Possible War
When senior defense voices gathered in Whitehall last month, their assessment was blunt: the United Kingdom and its allies are not ready for a major war scenario that could unfold…
‘Wicked: For Good’ Proves Blockbusters Can Be Political Too
For fans of Wicked, the story’s spell is almost irresistible—its songs, spectacle, and the powerful friendship between two unlikely companions often take center stage. Yet beneath the enchantment lies a…
Historic Shakhrisabz A UNESCO Gem in a Mountain Valley
Once you manage to pronounce “Shakhrisabz”—mastering the sharp, throaty ‘kh’ at its center—the name seems to grow more enchanting every time it’s spoken, carrying a charm that matches the city…
Trump-Supported Asfura Claims Honduras Presidency Amid Election Controversy
Nasry Asfura, a conservative presidential contender publicly supported by U.S. President Donald Trump, was formally declared the winner on Wednesday—more than three weeks after Honduras held its November 30 election,…
Journey to Vardzia, the Ancient Cave Fortress of Georgia
Georgia is home to some of the most striking cave landmarks in the world. From the 3,000-year-old stone settlement of Uplistsikhe, to the 6th-century David Gareja monastic complex, and the…
U.S Military Mission Refocused on Containing Venezuela Oil
The White House has directed U.S. military forces to prioritize enforcing a maritime “quarantine” of Venezuelan oil for the next two months, according to an official who spoke to Reuters.…
Morocco defeats Comoros in the 2025 AFCON opening match
Africa Mug of Countries (AFCON) organizes Morocco conquered a nervy begin to beat the Comoros 2-0 in the tournament’s opening up video game on Sunday, after Brahim Diaz and substitute…
Real Madrid victory over Sevilla, Kylian Mbappe tied Ronaldo
Kylian Mbappe has actually equalled Cristiano Ronaldo’s club document of 59 targets in a fiscal year for Actual Madrid along with a behind time fine in his side’s 2-0 property…
Labuan Bajo and the Wild Beauty of Indonesia Dragon Islands
Manta rays glide effortlessly through the swift currents of the Flores Sea, their broad fins rising and falling like wings in slow motion. On land, Komodo dragons—the largest lizards on…
Aleppo Violence Reveals Problems With SDF Joining Syrian Army
Clashes between Syrian government forces and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in Aleppo reflect deeper tensions surrounding the group’s planned integration into Syria’s national army. The fighting, which broke…
Two Killed in Gaza City as Ceasefire Strains Continue
Israeli forces have killed at least two Palestinians in the Gaza Strip amid continued violations of a ceasefire agreement and ongoing restrictions on humanitarian aid entering the besieged enclave. According…
Nicki Minaj Shift From Trump Critic to Supporter
In 2020, Nicki Minaj publicly rejected the idea of supporting Donald Trump, citing his immigration policies and the separation of migrant families. Five years later, she has emerged as one…
Aleppo Clashes Leave Two Dead as Syrian Army Fights SDF
At least two people were killed after fighting broke out between Syrian government forces and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in Aleppo, as tensions rise ahead of a deadline…
Pentagon Report Claims China Loaded Over 100 ICBMs
China is believed to have loaded more than 100 intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) across three newly developed missile silo fields and shows little interest in arms control negotiations, according to…
Komodo National Park a Top Choice for Bali Tourists in 2026
Tourists planning a trip to Bali in 2026 are being encouraged to go beyond the usual island experience and explore more of Indonesia. While Bali remains a world-class destination on…
Avatar: Fire and Ash Debuts With $345M Worldwide Box Office
Audiences can feel excited, thankful, or simply amazed — but they should not be shocked that Avatar: Fire and Ash stormed the global box office over the weekend. The third…
Exclusive: SoftBank Pushes to Finalize $22.5B OpenAI Funding
SoftBank Group is moving quickly to complete a $22.5 billion funding commitment to OpenAI by the end of the year, drawing on multiple cash-raising strategies as it doubles down on…
Dennis Schroder Drains Late OT Triple as Kings Beat Rockets
Dennis Schroder drilled a clutch 3-pointer with 2.2 seconds remaining in overtime to give the Sacramento Kings a thrilling 125-124 win over the Houston Rockets on Sunday night. Dennis Schroder…
Bondi Terror Suspects Threw Unexploded Bombs at Crowd, Document Says
Court documents released on Monday allege that the father and son accused in Australia’s deadliest terror attack carried out firearms training in a remote rural location ahead of the Bondi…
US Tracking Third Tanker Connected to Venezuela
The United States Coast Guard is actively pursuing another vessel in international waters near Venezuela, a US official said, marking the third known tanker targeted this month as tensions between…
Detty December Huge Parties Are Causing Problems
Every December, Lagos shifts into overdrive. The Nigerian megacity, already known for its energy and congestion, is transformed by Detty December — a season of nonstop parties, concerts and celebrations…
US Seizes Ship Off Venezuela, Intensifying Pressure on Caracas
Personnel from the United States boarded and seized a vessel off the coast of Venezuela on Saturday, according to a US official familiar with the incident, marking another step in…
Gaza No Longer in Famine After Aid Surge, Hunger Watchdog Says
Gaza is no longer classified as being in a state of famine, according to a United Nations-backed hunger monitoring body, following a significant increase in humanitarian aid after a ceasefire…
Seven Colombian Soldiers Killed in Guerrilla Drone Attack
At least seven Colombian soldiers were killed and 30 others injured on Thursday after a guerrilla group launched a drone and explosive attack on an army base, according to the…
AI Hiring Has Arrived — and It’s Frustrating Employers and Job Seekers
As the US labor market cools, artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how people apply for jobs and how companies recruit. From AI-led interviews to auto-generated cover letters, the technology is…