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Trump Declares Himself Acting President of Venezuela
U.S. President Donald Trump posted an image on the social media platform Truth Social, styled as a biographical summary, in which he assigned himself a new title: Acting President of Venezuela.
Vladimir Solovyov Raises Possibility of Expanding Russia’s “Special Military Operation” to Central Asian Countries
Russian TV host Vladimir Solovyov stated on his program that the potential loss of Armenia could pose a serious problem for Moscow and suggested considering the expansion of Russia’s “Special Military Operation” (SMO) to Central …
Russia Strikes Ukrainian Targets Using “Oreshnik” System
The Russian Ministry of Defense announced large-scale strikes on targets in Ukraine in response to what it described as an attempted attack on President Vladimir Putin’s residence in Novgorod Region.
Trump Administration Announces Withdrawal from 66 International Institutions
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a memorandum terminating the country’s membership in 66 international organizations, the White House administration reported on the social media platform X on Wednesday, 7 January.
US Introduces Visa Bond of Up to US$15,000 for Citizens of 25 More Countries
The US Department of State has introduced a requirement for a cash bond when applying for entry visas for citizens of 25 additional countries, according to the American foreign affairs ministry’s official website.
Trump Claims Maduro Captured and Removed from Venezuela
U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro has been captured and taken out of the country along with his wife.
Trump Orders Strikes on Targets in Venezuela
U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered strikes on a number of targets inside Venezuela, including military facilities. This was reported by CBS journalist Jennifer Jacobs, citing U.S. officials.
Ras Al Khaimah Welcomes 2026 with Record-Breaking Drone and Fireworks Show
The Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah ushered in 2026 with a spectacular 15-minute drone and fireworks display, setting a new Guinness World Record for “The Largest Phoenix Image Created by Multirotors/Drones”. The phoenix served as …
U.S. Suspends Green Card Lottery Following Shooting at Brown University
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem announced the suspension of the Diversity Visa (DV1) lottery program following the shooting at Brown University, in which Uzbek student Muhammad Aziz Umurzakov was killed.
Air Cargo as a “Safety Valve”: IATA on Industry Challenges and Prospects Amid Trade Wars
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has presented a detailed analysis of the global air cargo market, highlighting its critical role in maintaining the resilience of global supply chains amid unprecedented growth in trade protectionism …