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đź“…January 6, 2026 at 1:00 AM
US captures Venezuelan President Maduro in military raid, sparking global backlash, congressional debate, and Trump threats against Iran, Cuba, Colombia amid rising tensions.
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US Military Captures Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro

US special forces conducted a raid in Caracas, capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores as part of 'Operation Absolute Resolve.' Maduro was indicted and appeared in a New York court. The operation highlights US cyber and military capabilities in geopolitical conflicts.Source 1Source 3Source 4Source 7

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Congress Debates Fallout from Maduro Capture

Republicans lack unified vision on Venezuela's future while Senate plans vote to limit further US actions without approval. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries condemned Maduro but criticized Trump for unauthorized force. Congresswoman Ilhan Omar called the invasion illegal and unconstitutional.Source 1Source 4

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Trump Threatens Iran Over Protester Crackdown

President Trump warned Iran of being 'hit very hard' if the regime kills protesters, stating the US is 'locked and loaded.' At least 16 killed and 582 arrested in protests over inflation. Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei vowed not to yield.Source 1Source 3

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World Leaders React to US Venezuela Raid

European leaders rebuked Trump's interest in Greenland while reacting to the Venezuela operation. Cuban President DĂ­az-Canel reported 32 Cuban personnel killed in related US attacks. Global reactions include concerns over legal questions of capturing a foreign leader.Source 3Source 10

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Trump Demands List for Venezuela's New Leader

Trump has outlined demands for Venezuela's interim leadership following Maduro's ousting. The move puts Puerto Rico at the center of US foreign policy in the raid's execution. Venezuelans in South Florida celebrated but worry about next steps.Source 4

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US Signals Actions Against Cuba, Colombia, Mexico

Trump predicts Cuba's demise and warns Colombia and Greenland after Venezuela operation. Economic Times reports US signaling potential targets post-Maduro capture. This escalates tensions in Latin America.Source 4Source 9

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Senate to Vote on Venezuela Authorization

Senate Minority Leader Schumer announced a vote this week to block further Trump actions in Venezuela without congressional approval. Debate dominates congressional agenda amid partisan divides.Source 4

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Trump's Renewed Interest in Greenland Draws Rebuke

European leaders banded together to rebuke Trump's interest in acquiring Greenland. Trump reiterated threats during return to Washington post-Venezuela raid.Source 3Source 4

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Zelenskyy Appoints Chrystia Freeland as Economic Advisor

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy named former Canadian Deputy PM Chrystia Freeland as economic advisor. Mark Carney set to attend Ukraine peace talks in Paris.Source 3

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US Supreme Court to Test Limits of Trump’s Power

The Supreme Court is set to hear over a dozen cases examining the boundaries of President Trump’s executive authority. This comes amid controversies over Venezuela and other foreign policy moves.Source 3

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Israel Proscribes Iran’s Central Bank as Terrorist Group

Israel classified Iran’s Central Bank as a terrorist organization, escalating monetary warfare. The move aims to pressure Tehran but risks unintended consequences.Source 2

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Russia Recognizes Taliban, Signals Regional Shifts

Russia’s recognition of the Taliban could trigger a domino effect in Central Asia, complicating Afghanistan’s reintegration.Source 2