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International reactions intensified after reports emerged that Nicolás Maduro had been captured, an event that has added new uncertainty to Venezuela’s political and economic outlook. Governments across the region and beyond are closely watching developments as details continue to emerge.

The situation has renewed focus on Venezuela’s vast oil and gas resources, which have long been central to its economy and international relations. Energy analysts say any shift in leadership could have significant implications for oil production, investment conditions, and sanctions policy.

Markets and energy companies are assessing potential impacts on global oil supply, while diplomats weigh how the reported developments may ...

The United States launched military strikes on targets inside Venezuela, including military facilities, as part of an expanded campaign against the government of President Nicolás Maduro, according to reporting by CBS News.

US officials said President Donald Trump ordered the operation, which followed months of increased US military presence in the region. Trump later said that Maduro and his wife were captured and flown out of the country during what he described as a large-scale strike.

The strikes came after the deployment of major US naval assets in the Caribbean, including the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford. In recent weeks, the ...

A series of explosions struck parts of Caracas overnight, with residents reporting loud blasts, aircraft activity, and power outages in several districts. Venezuelan authorities said military and civilian areas were hit, including locations near major military installations.

The government of Venezuela accused the United States of carrying out air strikes, describing the operation as an attempt to seize strategic resources such as oil and minerals and undermine the country’s political independence. President Nicolás Maduro declared a state of emergency and called for national unity in response.

US officials confirmed that a military operation was under way but declined to provide detailed public ...

Loud explosions were reported across parts of Caracas, prompting emergency responses and widespread concern among residents. Venezuelan authorities later confirmed that the blasts were linked to an air strike, though details about the targets and extent of damage remain limited.

Security forces were deployed to affected areas as officials urged the public to remain indoors. Images and videos circulating online showed flashes in the sky and smoke rising from parts of the city, while transport and daily activity were temporarily disrupted.

The government said assessments were under way to determine the impact of the strike, including possible casualties and infrastructure damage. No ...

Multiple explosions were reported across parts of Caracas, according to local accounts and international monitoring, as residents described loud blasts and visible flashes in the night sky. Emergency services were deployed to assess damage and secure affected areas.

Venezuelan authorities initially said investigations were under way to determine the cause of the explosions, while urging the public to remain calm. There were no immediate official figures on casualties or the extent of damage.

The reports came amid heightened regional and international tensions involving Venezuela and the United States. US officials have not publicly confirmed details, while developments were being closely followed by ...

Several people were wounded after a shooting was reported at the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office in Shoshone County, according to local authorities.

Law enforcement said emergency crews were dispatched after reports of gunfire at the facility, leading to a rapid response from multiple agencies. The area around the sheriff’s office was secured as officers worked to assess the situation and ensure public safety.

Officials confirmed that multiple victims were transported to medical facilities for treatment. The extent of their injuries has not been publicly detailed, and authorities have not released information on the condition of those wounded.

Authorities said the situation was brought ...

US President Donald Trump has made remarks suggesting that any progress toward ending the war in Ukraine will depend on his approval, drawing renewed attention to Washington’s influence over potential peace negotiations.

Trump’s comments came amid ongoing discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy about possible diplomatic pathways to end the conflict. He questioned the viability of Ukraine’s proposed approaches, indicating scepticism about plans that do not align with his administration’s assessment.

The statements underscore the central role played by the United States in shaping the direction of the conflict, given its military, financial and diplomatic support for Ukraine. They have also prompted ...

The United States has carried out airstrikes against militant targets in Nigeria, following a series of deadly attacks attributed to an ISIS-linked group operating in the region.

US officials said the strikes were aimed at weakening the operational capacity of militants connected to the Islamic State, which has expanded its presence in parts of Nigeria in recent years. The action followed reports of coordinated assaults on civilian communities, including attacks during the Christmas period.

The violence has heightened concern over security conditions in Nigeria’s northeast and central regions, where armed groups have exploited local grievances, weak governance and long-standing communal tensions. Authorities ...

A senior Russian military officer has been killed in a car bombing in Moscow, Russian investigators confirmed, marking one of the most high-profile attacks inside the capital since the start of the war in Ukraine.

The victim was identified as Fanil Sarvarov, a high-ranking general in the Russian armed forces. Investigators said an explosive device detonated in his vehicle, killing him at the scene. A criminal case has been opened, and forensic teams are working to determine how the bomb was planted.

The blast occurred in a residential area of Moscow, prompting a large security response. Authorities have not publicly named suspects, ...

At least 12 people have been killed and around 29 wounded in a mass shooting at Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach on Sunday evening, authorities confirm. The attack occurred during a Hanukkah celebration known as Chanukah by the Sea, where hundreds of families and visitors had gathered.

New South Wales Police say the incident — widely described as a terrorist act targeting the Jewish community — unfolded in the late afternoon when two gunmen opened fire on the crowd from a nearby bridge and public areas. Dozens of shots were reported, and witnesses described scenes of people fleeing in panic as gunfire echoed across the ...