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U.S. Captures Venezuela’s Maduro; Senate Moves to Curb Trump’s War Powers
U.S. forces conducted a large-scale strike in Venezuela, seizing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife and flying them to New York custody, drawing widespread international condemnation. In response, the U.S. Senate advanced a resolution to limit President Donald Trump’s authority to take further military action against Venezuela.
Trump Orders U.S. Withdrawal from 66 International Organizations
President Donald Trump signed a memorandum directing U.S. withdrawal from 66 international bodies, including 31 UN-related entities and 35 other organizations, saying they “no longer serve American interests.” The move signals a sharp retreat from multilateralism and is expected to significantly reshape U.S. global engagement.
Gaza War and Israel–Hezbollah Front See New Deadly Strikes
In Gaza, an Israeli airstrike on a tent sheltering displaced people in Khan Yunis killed four Palestinians; Israel said it was targeting Hamas. Separately, the Israel Defense Forces killed two Hezbollah militants in a strike on Al-Jumayjimah in Lebanon’s Nabatieh Governorate, underscoring ongoing regional escalation.
Deadly U.S. Church Shooting in Salt Lake City During Funeral
At least two people were killed and six injured in a mass shooting at a Mormon Church meetinghouse during a funeral service in Salt Lake City, Utah. Police and federal agencies are investigating the attack, which adds to ongoing concerns about gun violence in the United States.
Protests in Minneapolis After ICE Agent Kills Woman During Traffic Stop
A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent fatally shot 37‑year‑old Renee Good in Minneapolis, Minnesota, sparking local protests. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz issued a warning order to prepare the National Guard in case of wider civil unrest.
Pakistan Police Foil Major Bomb Plot With Two Tons of Explosives
Pakistani counter‑terrorism police seized two tons of explosives and arrested three suspected Baloch Liberation Army members allegedly planning attacks. Authorities say the operation averted potentially large‑scale terrorist incidents and investigations are continuing into wider networks.
Serious Roof Collapse in Pakistan Kills Six
A roof collapse in Pakistan’s Charsadda district killed six people and injured five others, according to local officials. Rescue operations were launched to search the debris and authorities are probing structural and safety failures.
Major Corruption Probes Advance in Malaysia and Nigeria
Malaysia’s anti‑corruption commission detained a former army chief and four others, seizing RM2.4 million in cash in a probe linked to military procurement contracts. In Nigeria, a federal court granted bail of ₦500 million to former justice minister Abubakar Malami and co‑accused facing 16 charges of money laundering and abuse of office.
Global Markets Focus on U.S. Jobs Data and China, Brazil Inflation
Investors are watching December U.S. nonfarm payrolls and wage figures, which will heavily influence expectations for Federal Reserve policy and market volatility. Inflation readings from China and Brazil, along with German industrial production data, are also key to assessing global demand and the outlook for monetary easing.
India Faces Multiple Flashpoints From Environmental Loss to Drug Crackdown
India is mourning eminent ecologist Madhav Gadgil, a leading figure in the country’s modern environmental movement, who has died at 82. Separately, the Narcotics Control Bureau reported destroying 77,000 kg of narcotics and seizing drugs worth about ₹2,000 crore in the past year as part of a major anti‑drug drive.
Trump Expands Sanctions and Tariff Threats Hitting Multiple Major Economies
The U.S. administration has expanded sanctions, with legislation targeting Russia and affecting countries including India, China, and Brazil that interact economically with Moscow. Trump also backed a bill threatening tariffs as high as 500% on India over its continued imports of Russian oil, raising the prospect of a serious trade clash.
Minneapolis ICE Killing Victim Identified as Poet and Mother of Three
Indian and international coverage has highlighted that Renee Good, the woman shot dead by a U.S. immigration agent in Minneapolis, was a poet and mother of three, intensifying public outrage. Her death has become a focal point in debates over immigration enforcement, racial justice, and police accountability.