African and Caribbean countries have called for a formal apology and reparations from countries that benefited from the transatlantic slave trade.


African, Caribbean Leaders Call for 'Unconditional Apologies' at Ghana Conference

Tensions in the Caribbean have reached a boiling point as the U.S. intensifies its military presence around Cuba. With the arrival of the USS Nimitz Carrier Strike Group and ongoing fuel blockades, Washington is ramping up pressure on Havana, citing national security threats linked to foreign influence.

Washington Deploys Warships, Aircraft & Troops Around Cuba

The United States has carried out a strike on a vessel in the Caribbean, killing four people, as part of an ongoing campaign against what the Trump administration calls “narco-terrorists.”

US Southern Command said the vessel was operating along known drug trafficking routes and was linked to designated terrorist organisations. The military described the operation as a “lethal kinetic strike.”

The strike is part of a wider US campaign launched in 2025 targeting suspected drug-trafficking vessels across the Caribbean and Pacific. Officials say the operations are aimed at disrupting cartel networks, though critics argue there is limited public evidence to support the claims.

According to reports, the latest attack adds to a growing toll from similar strikes, with over 160 people killed since the campaign began.

The operations mark a significant escalation in Washington’s approach, framing drug cartels as part of an “armed conflict” and justifying military action beyond US borders.

US Strike on Caribbean Vessel Kills Four as Trump Targets “Narco-Terrorists” | WION

The US military’s Southern Command, which oversees operations in Latin America and the Caribbean, said it had carried out its second deadly boat strike this week. 


US Strikes Second Alleged Drug Boat in a Week, Bringing Death Toll to Over 130

A US Marine has tragically died after falling off a vessel during a military operation in the Caribbean. Authorities are investigating the incident as search and rescue efforts were conducted immediately.


US Marine Dies After Falling Off the Vessel During Operation in the Caribbean

Two U.S. Navy ships reportedly collided near the Caribbean during a ship-to-ship refueling operation, leaving two personnel injured. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the maritime incident.


US navy ships collide near Caribbean, 2 personnel injured

U.S. military forces boarded and intercepted a Venezuela-linked oil tanker in the Indian Ocean after pursuing it from the Caribbean, accusing the vessel of defying Washington’s sanctions and oil blockade. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that ships trying to evade U.S. forces won’t succeed, saying they would “run out of fuel” before escaping.


US Intercepts Venezuela-Linked Vessel in Indian Ocean

Venezuelan Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado has vowed to return to Venezuela despite the recent detention of a close ally. The opposition leader has criticised new arrests and says she will go back to confront the regime and push for democratic reforms.

US-Venezuela Tensions: Nobel Laureate Machado Vows Return to Venezuela Amid Ally’s Arrest 

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has said national elections could be held within a year as the country undergoes a fragile transition. Signalling possible tensions with the Trump administration, White House officials prioritise rebuilding Venezuela over an immediate polls timeline even as Machado pushes for a faster democratic process.


US-Venezuela Tensions: Have Trump-Machado Ties Deteriorated? 'Rebuilding More Important Than Polls'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted "decent progress" with Venezuela's interim leader Rodríguez, while opposition figure María Corina Machado branded the prior Maduro regime "criminals" amid stabilization efforts post-abduction.


Venezuela's Army and Police Pledge Loyalty to Interim Leader Delcy Rodriguez

US-Venezuela tensions: Marco Rubio rules out further military action in Venezuela

Fresh claims surrounding a high-risk US operation in Venezuela have surfaced, with eyewitness account alleging the use of an unknown and highly advanced weapon. The account comes days after the United States carried out a high-risk operation targeting Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro.


US-Venezuela Tensions: Why Venezuelan Soldiers Started Vomiting Blood?

US-Venezuela tensions: Did US deploy a Havana syndrome superweapon in Venezuela 

The US government has filed for court warrants to seize dozens more tankers linked to the Venezuelan oil trade, four sources familiar with the matter said, as Washington consolidates control of oil shipments in and out of the South American country.


Maduro's son: We will bring back Nicolas and Cilia

US Files for Warrants to Seize Dozens More Venezuela-Linked Oil Tankers: Reports

The United States military allegedly disguised one of its aircraft as a civilian plane to attack a suspected drug smuggling boat coming from Venezuela, according to a report in The New York Times.


US-Venezuela Tensions: Reports Suggest US Disguised Military Aircraft In Sept 2 Boat Strike

New Footage Shows US Airstrikes in Venezuela to Capture Maduro

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, in her first public remarks since a weekend social media post, the Nobel Peace Prize laureate vowed to return to her country, addressing the unfolding political crisis and reaffirming her commitment to the people.


US-Venezuela tensions: Machado says oppn will win 90% votes in free, fair elections

Nicolas Maduro made his first US court appearance in New York, pleading not guilty to federal charges while insisting he is still Venezuela’s president. Maduro’s wife also pleaded not guilty to charges in the same hearing. The UN Security Council convened an emergency session to address the US operation and Maduro’s abduction, with Venezuela’s UN ambassador, Samuel Moncada, condemning the actions as illegal.


US-Venezuela tensions: Maduro, wife to stay in detention centre until next hearing

US-Venezuela tensions: UN Secretary-General Guterres says power of law must prevail 

US-Venezuela tensions: Venezuelan parliament head vows to bring back Maduro 

Venezuela's deposed Maduro pleads not guilty; UNSC holds emergency meeting on Venezuela

President Trump stated the United States is now "in charge of Venezuela," emphasising efforts to stabilize and fix the country before considering elections. The remarks follow the U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro and signal Washington's direct role in the nation's transition amid global scrutiny.


US-Venezuela: Rubio suggests US won't govern Venezuela, clarifies Trump's 'run country' remarks

The U.S. bombing at the Fort Tiuna military complex in Caracas left residents of nearby Ciudad Tiuna Community shaken, including Eligia Sulbaran, who described the panic as shrapnel hit her home.

Caracas Family Shows Home Damaged by Shrapnel After U.S. Strikes on Military Complex

Caracas Family Shows Home Damaged by Shrapnel After US Strikes on Military Complex

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