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What We Know About the US Operation That Captured Venezuela’s Maduro

U.S. special operations forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in an overnight operation on Jan. 3, 2025.

Maduro and His Wife Indicted in US Federal Court

Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were indicted in the Southern District of New York, Attorney General Pam Bondi said Jan. 3.
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Several People Killed in Iran Protests Over Economic Hardships

Several people were killed in Iran protests over the ailing economy, Iranian media and rights groups say, as Trump warned Tehran against using force.

‘Absolutely Horrendous’ Start to 2026 on Australian Beaches

Three swimmers are dead after a tragic start to 2026 as emergency crews desperately look for other people missing in waters off the NSW coast.

Oil Tanker Pursued by US Coast Guard Near Venezuela Changes Name, Claims Russian Registry

An oil tanker that evaded a U.S. boarding near Venezuela is now listed in Russia under a new name, continuing to avoid capture worldwide authorities.

Russia Says It Will Give US Proof of Alleged Ukrainian Drone Attack on Putin Residence

Russia said it would give the U.S. technical proof claiming a Ukrainian drone attack this week targeted one of President Putin’s official residences.

US Rings in New Year as the World Welcomes 2026

As Dec. 31 changed over to Jan. 1, thousands of guests in Times Square—and a billion people around the globe—watched the annual ball drop in NYC.

German Chancellor Says Europe Must Assert Itself to Protect Peace, Prosperity

Europe must more forcefully assert itself to ensure peace and prosperity in 2026, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said in his New Year’s address to the nation.