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US will not govern Venezuela, will use oil ‘quarantine’ as leverage, Rubio walks back Trump’s remark
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington would not take a governing role in Venezuela, framing President Donald Trump’s remarks as a reference to leverage rather than direct control.
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US and Venezuela’s vast oil reserves: Key questions about Trump’s plan and future production
After the US captured Nicolás Maduro, President Trump expressed interest in allowing American oil companies back into Venezuela to exploit its vast reserves, despite declining production caused by sanctions and infrastructure issues.
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Key facts on Iran’s widespread protests amid rising nuclear tensions
Widespread protests across Iran, fueled by economic collapse and rising inflation, challenge the theocracy. Weakening alliances, US warnings, and past unrest exacerbate tensions, raising concerns over stability and the future of the regime.
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Why is Elon Musk’s ‘Gitmo on a donkey’ post going viral after US captures Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro?
Elon Musk’s old threat to take Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro to “Gitmo on a donkey” resurfaced and went viral online after US forces captured the Venezuelan president in a dramatic operation.
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US ready to work with Venezuela’s remaining leaders if they make ‘right decision’, says Marco Rubio
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington is open to working with Venezuela’s remaining leadership after Nicolas Maduro’s capture, warning the US retains strong leverage if they choose wrongly.
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Was the US operation in Venezuela predicted by a 2007 political cartoon?
A political cartoon drawn in 2007 has gone viral after appearing to predict the US military operation in Venezuela that led to the capture of President Nicolás Maduro.
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Armed gangs kill over 30 in Niger state village raid, several kidnapped
Armed gangs raided Kasuwan Daji village in Niger State, Nigeria, killing over 30 people, abducting several others, and looting shops. The attack highlights ongoing security challenges and repeated mass kidnappings.
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Bangladesh Election Commission rejects Hindu candidate Gobindadeb Pramanik’s nomination in Sheikh Hasina’s former seat
The rejection of Hindu lawyer Gobindadeb Pramanik’s nomination for Bangladesh’s general election has sparked concern over minority representation and electoral fairness ahead of the polls.
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China’s ambassador to India renews Taiwan claim, says reunification ‘inevitable'
China’s envoy to India reiterated Beijing’s stance that Taiwan is an inseparable part of China, asserting that reunification is inevitable amid heightened regional tensions.
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Myanmar military government frees over 6,100 prisoners on independence day, political detainees remain detained
Myanmar’s military government granted amnesty to over 6,100 prisoners and reduced others’ sentences on Independence Day, while political detainees, including Aung San Suu Kyi, remain imprisoned amid ongoing criticism of military rule.
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Netanyahu backs US capture of Maduro, praises Trump’s ‘strong action’ in Venezuela
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu voiced full support for the US military operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, praising President Donald Trump’s decisive action and calling it a step toward restoring freedom.
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Four questions, 50 seconds: Inside NYT reporter’s early-morning call with Trump minutes after Maduro’s capture
US President Donald Trump personally answered a call from a New York Times reporter minutes after announcing that American forces had captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a pre-dawn operation in Caracas.
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‘Sincerely appreciate’: BNP thanks PM Modi for condolence message on Khaleda Zia, recalls her role in India ties
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his condolence message on Khaleda Zia’s death, saying her contributions to Bangladesh–India relations would be remembered.
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Pakistan’s foreign minister holds phone talks with Bangladesh amid India ties strain
Pakistan’s foreign minister spoke with his Bangladeshi counterpart to discuss bilateral ties as relations between India and Bangladesh remain tense.
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Bangladesh student leader detained after boasting on camera of burning Hindu police officer
Bangladesh Police detained student leader Mahdi Hasan after a viral video showed him claiming involvement in the killing of Hindu officer SI Santosh Chowdhury during the 2024 unrest, though he faces no murder charges.
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North Korea denounces US capture of Maduro as ‘serious encroachment of sovereignty’
North Korea condemned the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro as a “serious encroachment of sovereignty”, calling Washington rogue and brutal, and accusing it of violating international law and the UN Charter.
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Kamala Harris criticises Trump, says Maduro’s capture driven by oil, not drugs or democracy
Former US Vice President Kamala Harris called the Trump administration’s capture of Maduro and Cilia Flores “unlawful and unwise,” accusing the US of prioritising oil interests over democracy, security, and legality.
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From Rs 29 lakh to Rs 4 crore: How one trader’s Maduro bet paid off big time
A daring forecast of Venezuelan politics sparked a life-changing windfall for a trader who heavily bet that Nicolás Maduro would be out by the end of January and banked a huge payout within 24 hours of US action. Such an astonishing outcome showcases how political events can cause ripples in online prediction markets.
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Zohran Mamdani wears Assamese eri silk for mayoral oath alongside Rama Duwaji: All you need to know
The NYC mayor’s understated eri silk tie from Assam turned a quiet fashion choice into a powerful symbol of heritage, craft and representation.
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US strikes Venezuela: Why did Trump arrest Maduro’s wife Cilia Flores?
US forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, citing her key role in Maduro’s administration. Experts say the move prevents political mobilisation and secures US legal and strategic objectives.
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Mamdani slams US action in Venezuela, says he ‘called Trump directly to register my opposition’
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he personally called President Donald Trump to oppose the US military operation in Venezuela, calling the capture of President Nicolás Maduro an “act of war” and a violation of international law.
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After Maduro arrest, Zelenskyy suggests US ‘knows what to do next’
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy hinted the US could act against Russia’s Vladimir Putin after Washington seized Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro, a move condemned by Moscow as illegal and destabilising.
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‘Come get me, I’ll wait here’: How Maduro’s open dare to Trump led to his dramatic downfall
US special forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in a dramatic overnight raid months after he dared Donald Trump to “come get me,” ending his 12-year rule and triggering a sharp response from the White House.
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‘Pakistan will likely strike again’: ICG warns of Pakistan-Afghanistan escalation in 2026
The International Crisis Group warns that Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions could escalate in 2026, saying Islamabad may strike again if militant attacks persist despite a ceasefire and strained diplomatic, trade and security ties.
