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Speaking at a United Nations Security Council session, Jeffrey Sachs argued that the central issue facing the council was not Venezuela’s domestic politics, but whether external powers have the right to shape another country’s political future through force, coercion, or economic pressure.

Sachs said such actions contravene Article 2(4) of the UN Charter, which prohibits the threat or use of force against the political independence of any state. He warned that abandoning this principle would have far-reaching consequences for international stability.

Providing historical context, Sachs stated that the United States has repeatedly pursued regime change operations since the mid-20th century through a ...

The BBC has issued internal guidance advising journalists not to describe the US detention of Nicolás Maduro as a “kidnapping,” according to reports that have sparked discussion about editorial language and neutrality.

Staff were reportedly told to use more neutral terms when referring to Maduro’s transfer to US custody, reflecting the corporation’s view that “kidnapping” implies an unproven legal judgement. The guidance emphasises the BBC’s long-standing editorial policy of avoiding language that could be seen as taking sides in contested international disputes.

The decision has drawn criticism from some commentators and politicians, who argue that the circumstances of Maduro’s detention justify the ...

Former US president Donald Trump has again said the United States should take control of Greenland, reviving a proposal that previously caused diplomatic tension between Washington and Copenhagen.

Trump described Greenland as strategically vital for US national security, pointing to its location in the Arctic and growing geopolitical competition in the region. He said American control would strengthen defence and economic interests, as melting ice opens new shipping routes and access to natural resources.

Denmark responded by firmly rejecting the idea. Danish leaders said Greenland is not for sale and stressed that its future can only be decided by the people of ...

Venezuela’s opposition leadership has indicated a shift in tone toward the United States, signalling a readiness to engage with Washington even as debate continues over the likelihood of future US intervention in the country.

In comments reported by international media, the opposition’s interim leader said cooperation with the US would be pursued where it could help address Venezuela’s political and economic crisis. The remarks mark a contrast with earlier, more confrontational language and appear aimed at maintaining international support while reducing fears of foreign military involvement.

Analysis suggests that while a direct US-led intervention in Venezuela now appears less likely than in ...

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has said she has not spoken to former US president Donald Trump since October, pushing back against speculation about ongoing contact as political pressure intensifies on President Nicolás Maduro.

Machado made the comments as Venezuela remains in political uncertainty following disputed elections and continued international debate over the country’s leadership. She said her focus remains on mobilising domestic and international support for democratic change, rather than maintaining personal links with US political figures.

The remarks come amid renewed attention on Washington’s stance toward Venezuela, including legal and diplomatic actions targeting Maduro and his allies. Analysts say ...

A court in Paris has found Brigitte Macron was the target of sustained online harassment, convicting 10 individuals over a series of abusive messages and posts shared on social media platforms.

Judges ruled that the defendants engaged in coordinated cyberbullying that included insults, threats and gender-based abuse directed at the French first lady. The court said the behaviour went beyond legitimate criticism and amounted to unlawful harassment under French law.

The case is being seen as a landmark moment in France’s efforts to address online abuse, particularly when it targets women in public life. Prosecutors argued that the volume and tone of ...

Police in Crans-Montana have confirmed that all people injured in a fire at a residential building in the Alpine resort have now been formally identified, as authorities continue to investigate the cause of the incident.

The fire broke out at a property in the popular ski destination, prompting an emergency response from firefighters, police and medical teams. Several people were injured and taken to hospital for treatment. Officials said none of the injuries are believed to be life-threatening.

Local police stated that residents and visitors were evacuated from the building as a precaution, and the fire was brought under control before spreading ...

Comments by Donald Trump about Colombia have triggered diplomatic concern and renewed debate over the direction of US foreign policy should he return to office.

Trump suggested that the United States could take aggressive action against Colombia if it failed to curb drug trafficking, remarks that were widely interpreted as raising the possibility of military intervention. The comments prompted a swift response from Colombia’s president, Gustavo Petro, who rejected any suggestion of foreign intervention and warned that such rhetoric undermines sovereignty and regional stability.

US officials and analysts stressed that Trump’s remarks did not reflect current US policy. However, the comments have ...

Recent US actions directed at Venezuela have sparked wider international discussion about what they may reveal about American foreign policy and its implications beyond Latin America. Analysts and diplomats are examining whether Washington’s approach offers clues about how it might act in other sensitive geopolitical situations, particularly involving Taiwan.

The measures taken against Venezuela demonstrate a willingness by the United States to apply sustained legal, diplomatic and economic pressure on a government it does not recognise as legitimate. This has reinforced perceptions that Washington is prepared to pursue long-term strategies even when outcomes are uncertain or contested under international law.

Attention has ...

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has appeared before a court in New York, marking a significant development in a long-running US legal case against him. The hearing relates to charges first announced by US authorities in 2020, accusing Maduro of conspiring with armed groups to traffic cocaine into the United States.

According to US prosecutors, Maduro is alleged to have worked with Colombia’s now-defunct FARC guerrilla group to “flood” the US with drugs, using cocaine as a weapon against American society. The charges include narcotics trafficking, conspiracy, and weapons offences. Maduro has consistently denied all allegations, describing them as politically motivated.

The court ...