‘Law of the jungle prevails’: How Shashi Tharoor, Owaisi, Singhvi and other Indian leaders reacted to US action in Venezuela

‘Law of the jungle prevails’: How Shashi Tharoor, Owaisi, Singhvi and other Indian leaders reacted to US action in Venezuela

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Indian leaders condemn US military action as violating international law
  • US captured Venezuelan President Maduro, sparking global criticism and concern
  • Opposition leader Machado calls it Venezuela's "hour of freedom"
Inside Operation Absolute Resolve: How the US captured Nicolás Maduro

Inside Operation Absolute Resolve: How the US captured Nicolás Maduro

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • CIA tracked Maduro for months, enabling a swift US Delta Force raid in Caracas
  • Maduro captured, flown to New York for drug-trafficking and weapons charges
  • Operation sparks debate over legality and future US involvement in Venezuela
Shock and unease ripple worldwide after US seizes Venezuela’s president

Shock and unease ripple worldwide after US seizes Venezuela’s president

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • US military captured Maduro and wife in Caracas, sparking global outrage and debate.
  • Latin American leaders condemned the raid as a violation of sovereignty
  • Europe, Russia, and Iran urged restraint, citing concerns over international law
Trump says Venezuela stole US oil. History tells a different story.

Trump says Venezuela stole US oil. History tells a different story.

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Venezuela nationalized its oil industry in 1976 through political consensus.
  • US oil firms lost assets but were compensated; never owned Venezuela's oil or land.
  • Trump's claim of Venezuela stealing US oil and land is historically inaccurate
China slams US capture as ‘hegemonic’, calls for 'immediate' release of President Maduro and his wife

China slams US capture as ‘hegemonic’, calls for 'immediate' release of President Maduro and his wife

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • China condemns US seizure of Venezuela's president, calls it illegal.
  • China urges US to release Maduro and wife, resolve issues through dialogue
  • US military action draws global condemnation and concerns over regional stability.
China social media hails US’ Maduro move as Taiwan template: 'Perfect blueprint'

China social media hails US’ Maduro move as Taiwan template: 'Perfect blueprint'

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Trump's capture of Maduro sparked debate on China's approach to Taiwan
  • Chinese social media likens US raid in Venezuela to potential Taiwan move.
  • China condemned the US operation, urging release of Maduro and respect for law
Uday Kotak warns of intensifying global power race as US seizes Venezuela

Uday Kotak warns of intensifying global power race as US seizes Venezuela

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Uday Kotak links US attack on Venezuela to global race for hard power
  • US forces captured Venezuela's President Maduro after a deadly military strike
  • Trump says US will run Venezuela until a safe transition is possible
Venezuela has the oil Trump wants, but reviving it won’t be easy

Venezuela has the oil Trump wants, but reviving it won’t be easy

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Venezuela's vast oil reserves suffer from low production due to mismanagement, sanctions.
  • Chevron produces about a quarter of Venezuela's oil output.
  • Reviving Venezuela's oil industry needs huge investment and faces major risks.
An avoidable tragedy: How safety lapses turned a Swiss New Year’s party deadly

An avoidable tragedy: How safety lapses turned a Swiss New Year’s party deadly

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Fire at Crans-Montana bar killed at least 40, sparked by indoor sparklers
  • Flammable foam ceiling and blocked exits worsened the tragedy
  • Swiss authorities investigating bar managers for negligence
Watch | US releases handcuffed ‘perp-walk’ video of Venezuelan president Maduro

Watch | US releases handcuffed ‘perp-walk’ video of Venezuelan president Maduro

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • US releases footage of Maduro in handcuffs as he is taken into American custody
  • Maduro to be held at NYC's MDC, known for poor conditions and notable inmates
  • Venezuela's Supreme Court appoints Delcy Rodriguez as acting president.
'Watch your a**': Trump warns Colombia’s president as US tightens grip after Maduro capture

'Watch your a**': Trump warns Colombia’s president as US tightens grip after Maduro capture

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Trump warns Colombian President Petro over alleged cocaine trafficking to US
  • US military operation in Venezuela leads to Maduro's detention in New York
  • Trump says US will run Venezuela until a safe transition is possible
Explained: Was Maduro’s capture legal, and can Trump lawfully 'run' Venezuela?

Explained: Was Maduro’s capture legal, and can Trump lawfully 'run' Venezuela?

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • US capture of Maduro sparks major debate over legality and international law
  • Experts say US operation may breach UN Charter and norms on sovereignty
  • Trump's claim to "run" Venezuela faces skepticism under US and international law
Condemnation and applause in Latin America after US seizes Venezuela's Maduro

Condemnation and applause in Latin America after US seizes Venezuela's Maduro

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Latin American leaders split over US-led capture of Venezuela's Maduro
  • Right-wing governments applaud, left-wing leaders condemn the intervention
  • Nearly 8 million Venezuelans have fled since 2018 amid economic collapse
Maduro’s first words after US capture: 'Good night, Happy New Year' in New York

Maduro’s first words after US capture: 'Good night, Happy New Year' in New York

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • US forces captured Venezuelan President Maduro in a surprise overnight operation
  • Maduro and his wife were taken to New York, facing narco-terrorism charges
  • US to assume interim control of Venezuela after the dramatic intervention
Trump's bet on regime change in Venezuela is a sharp departure from MAGA agenda

Trump's bet on regime change in Venezuela is a sharp departure from MAGA agenda

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Trump orders attack on Venezuela, arrests Maduro, and plans to run the country
  • Move marks a shift from Trump's previous stance against foreign entanglements
  • Action ignites Republican debate and Democratic criticism over military risks
At least 40 killed in US strike on Venezuela as Maduro captured, Trump says Washington will ‘run’ country

At least 40 killed in US strike on Venezuela as Maduro captured, Trump says Washington will ‘run’ country

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • At least 40 killed in US raid capturing Venezuela's President Maduro in Caracas
  • Maduro, wife, and son flown to US for drugs and weapons charges in federal court
  • Operation involved over 150 US aircraft; Trump says no American deaths occurred
Explained | How US captured Venezuela president Maduro in '30-minute' raid using 150 aircrafts, 7 explosions

Explained | How US captured Venezuela president Maduro in '30-minute' raid using 150 aircrafts, 7 explosions

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • US forces captured Venezuelan President Maduro in a large, coordinated operation
  • Operation involved over 150 aircraft and multiple US military branches
  • Trump says US will oversee Venezuela until a safe transition is possible
Trump sees US oil producers spending billions in Venezuela

Trump sees US oil producers spending billions in Venezuela

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Trump says US oil firms will spend billions to rebuild Venezuela's oil sector
  • Chevron continues to operate in Venezuela under a US license
  • Major oil companies remain cautious due to political and economic risks
North Korea fires ballistic missiles towards the sea off its east coast

North Korea fires ballistic missiles towards the sea off its east coast

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles toward the east coast.
  • Missile launch coincides with South Korean President Lee's visit to China
  • South Korea, US, and Japan are closely monitoring for further launches
Why Venezuela’s oil won’t rebound anytime soon despite Trump’s push and US majors’ interest

Why Venezuela’s oil won’t rebound anytime soon despite Trump’s push and US majors’ interest

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Venezuela's oil output unlikely to rise soon despite Trump and Maduro news.
  • US oil firms face safety, legal, political risks before returning to Venezuela
  • Chevron remains the only major US oil company operating in Venezuela currently
Russia urges US to free Maduro as UN warns Venezuela action sets ‘dangerous precedent’

Russia urges US to free Maduro as UN warns Venezuela action sets ‘dangerous precedent’

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Russia urges US to release Venezuela's President Maduro and his wife
  • UN warns US military action in Venezuela sets a dangerous precedent
  • Maduro indicted in US court on narco-terrorism and weapons charges
Trump says he’s settled ‘eight and a quarter’ wars. Here’s what he meant by the ‘quarter’

Trump says he’s settled ‘eight and a quarter’ wars. Here’s what he meant by the ‘quarter’

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Trump claims to have settled eight and one quarter global conflicts
  • US forces captured Venezuela's President Maduro and his wife in a night raid.
  • Maduro and Flores indicted in New York for drug trafficking and narco-terrorism
Trump’s Latin America message after Maduro raid: Cuba is ‘next’, Colombia should ‘worry’

Trump’s Latin America message after Maduro raid: Cuba is ‘next’, Colombia should ‘worry’

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Trump hints at possible action against Cuba after Venezuela operation
  • US Venezuela raid sparks global condemnation and legal questions
  • Trump also warns Colombia over alleged cocaine production
What was hit in Caracas? Satellite images show damage at Fort Tiuna after US airstrikes on Venezuela

What was hit in Caracas? Satellite images show damage at Fort Tiuna after US airstrikes on Venezuela

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • US airstrikes hit Venezuela's Fort Tiuna, damaging military buildings
  • President Maduro and First Lady captured by US forces in overnight operation
  • Large parts of Caracas left without electricity after multiple explosions
'I’m not thrilled with Putin': Trump vents frustration over Ukraine war as peace hopes fade

'I’m not thrilled with Putin': Trump vents frustration over Ukraine war as peace hopes fade

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Trump frustrated with Putin over ongoing Ukraine war and high casualties
  • Trump says he did not discuss Maduro with Putin during recent phone call
  • Russia demands immediate release of Maduro after US operation in Venezuela
'There is only one president': Delcy Rodríguez rejects Trump’s claim and backs Maduro in defiant TV address

'There is only one president': Delcy Rodríguez rejects Trump’s claim and backs Maduro in defiant TV address

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Rodríguez rejects Trump's claim of US-Venezuela cooperation on leadership
  • She insists Maduro is Venezuela's only legitimate president
  • Rodríguez accuses US of military aggression and aims for regime change
Mamdani calls Maduro operation an 'act of war' as Venezuelan leader is transported to New York

Mamdani calls Maduro operation an 'act of war' as Venezuelan leader is transported to New York

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • NYC Mayor Mamdani condemns US capture of Venezuela's Maduro as an "act of war"
  • Maduro and wife transported to NYC, expected to face federal charges
  • Mayor pledges focus on safety of New Yorkers, especially Venezuelan community
A president in US custody: What next for Nicolás Maduro, his wife, and Venezuela

A president in US custody: What next for Nicolás Maduro, his wife, and Venezuela

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Maduro and wife flown to New York for federal court on narco-terrorism charges
  • US Delta Force captured Maduro; Trump calls it a symbol of US involvement
  • Venezuela deploys troops, condemns US action as "imperialist attack"
Who is Delcy Rodríguez? The Finance czar and Maduro loyalist Trump says is Venezuela’s new president

Who is Delcy Rodríguez? The Finance czar and Maduro loyalist Trump says is Venezuela’s new president

World | Updated: Jan 04, 2026

  • Trump claimed Delcy Rodríguez became Venezuela's president after Maduro's capture.
  • Venezuela hasn't confirmed Rodríguez's swearing-in; her location is unknown.
  • Rodríguez, Maduro's loyalist VP, oversees key oil and finance roles
Trump says he’ll run Venezuela. No timeline, lots of oil, and a warning: 'You could be next.' Read the top quotes

Trump says he’ll run Venezuela. No timeline, lots of oil, and a warning: 'You could be next.' Read the top quotes

World | Updated: Jan 03, 2026

  • Trump claimed the US will "run" Venezuela until a safe transition is possible
  • He warned Venezuelan officials and mentioned possible US troop deployment
  • Trump emphasized US oil interests and said intervention "won't cost us anything"