Venezuela
Top US commander for Latin America makes surprise visit to Venezuela
The trip, along with last week's visit by US Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, is part of US President Donald Trump's efforts to push Venezuela to carry out sweeping reforms.
US strikes more suspected drug-smuggling boats as warships shift toward Middle East – report
Pentagon faces backlash after using AI model Claude for offensive measures in Maduro capture - WSJ
US intercepts Iran-linked oil tanker en route from Caribbean to Indian Ocean
After Maduro’s capture, Rubio links Venezuela mission to fight against Iran, Hezbollah
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States will exert leverage to ensure that the country “no longer cozy up to Hezbollah and Iran in our own hemisphere.”
Drones spotted flying over Caracas, Venezuelan air defenses triggered with shots fired
Initial reports indicate that heavy gunfire was deployed against what appear to be drones near the main government building, and that the city's main ministries were evacuated.
Only 33% of Americans approve of strike on Venezuela, most worry US to become entrenched - poll
The two-day poll showed 65% of Republicans back the military operation ordered by Republican President Donald Trump, compared to 11% of Democrats and 23% of independents.
Venezuelan police order arrests for supporters of US attack
Venezuela’s emergency decree orders police to begin nationwide arrests of anyone accused of supporting the US attack that ousted President Nicolas Maduro.
Amid Iran protests, India issues travel advisory, warns citizens against travel to Islamic Republic
The travel warning, issued by the South Asian country’s External Affairs Ministry, cited “recent developments” in Iran and noted the advisory was in effect “until further notice.”
End of uncertainty: Why Tehran now takes Trump’s warnings seriously - analysis
For years, Iran's security establishment seemed to dismiss Trump’s tough rhetoric as TACO, Trump Always Chickens Out.
US weighing intervention in Iran, indications received by ‘Post’ show
Israel also checking if removal of Maduro will make action against Iran regime possible.
Iranian officials fear Israel, US could target Iran after Venezuela operation
After Washington seized Venezuela’s president, Iranian sources warn fears are growing that Iran could be next in Trump’s aggressive foreign policy.
Venezuelan oil exports show signs of movement as bonds jump after Maduro arrest
Sanctioned oil tankers have quietly left Venezuela despite a us embargo, as markets rally on hopes of a post-Maduro transition.
Maduro pleads not guilty to narco-terrorism after US capture
Nicolas Maduro, the president of Venezuela, captured in a US military raid, faces criminal charges in Manhattan, where federal prosecutors have targeted him for years.
