President Trump stated he does not believe Russia's claim that Ukraine targeted Vladimir Putin's residence with drones amid ongoing war tensions. Moscow accused Kyiv of launching the strike, but Trump rejected the narrative as Russian propaganda during the escalating Russia-Ukraine conflict. 

Trump Dismisses Putin's 'Residence Hit' Claim in Russia-Ukraine War

United States President Donald Trump has threatened his Colombian counterpart, Gustavo Petro, following Washington’s abduction of Venezuela’s leader, and said he believed the government in Cuba, too, was likely to fall soon. Trump’s warnings on board Air Force One came on Sunday, despite a growing outcry over the brazen abduction of Nicolas Maduro, with Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Uruguay and Spain condemning the US action as a “dangerous precedent for peace and regional security”.


Trump escalates rhetoric on Colombia, Cuba and Mexico after Venezuela raid 

President Trump said US oil firms will invest billions to restore Venezuela's oil infrastructure, following a military operation that captured Nicolas Maduro. Under Trump 2.0, American firms are not only driving record domestic oil and gas output, but they are also asserting their influence globally. This is in keeping with Trump's expansive vision of US Energy domination, which includes his plan for Venezuela.


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President Trump warned acting Venezuelan leader Delcy Rodríguez that she will "pay a very big price," escalating tensions after Nicolás Maduro's capture by U.S. forces. Meanwhile, Marco Rubio deemed any elections under her leadership premature, signaling U.S. skepticism toward Venezuela's political transition. 


US-Venezuela tensions: Trump threatens Venezuela's new leader

President Trump stated the United States is now "in charge of Venezuela," emphasizing 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.

Breaking: Trump Says U.S. "In Charge" of Venezuela, Prioritizes Fixes Over Elections

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.


Breaking: Trump says looking at fixing Venezuela before we think of polls

Trump to Delcy Rodríguez: "Big Price" Awaits; Rubio Calls Venezuelan Elections Premature

As reported by an Ukrinform correspondent, the Ukrainian President made the remark at a briefing following a meeting of national security advisers of European countries, responding to a request to comment on developments in Venezuela. “Well, what can I say? If dictators can be dealt with like this, then the United States of America knows what it should do next,” Zelensky said.

Zelensky vows Ukraine will fight on if peace talks fail, 'US know what to do with dictators' 

Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has ‍urged United States President ‍Donald Trump to stop threatening to take over Greenland after he reiterated his wish to do so following Washington’s abduction of the leader of Venezuela. Watch for more on this!


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In the wake of the U.S.’s capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday made it clear that it is somewhat unclear what’s next for the Latin American country.

BREAKING: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Says All Options Are Open on Venezuela

The United States stunned the world on Saturday by launching military strikes in Venezuela and seizing President Nicolás Maduro, swiftly ending his 13-year rule in an operation the Trump administration framed as a demonstration of American power, as President Donald Trump boasted that the U.S. possessed “capabilities and skills our enemies can scarcely imagine.”

Trump Captures Maduro: Venezuelan Allies Condemn US Capture of Nicolas Maduro 

Trump’s comments came Saturday as he defended the Venezuela operation, characterizing Maduro as a “narco-terrorist.” When asked about implications for neighboring countries, Trump doubled down on his criticism of Colombian President Gustavo Petro, a key Maduro ally.

Trump Warns Colombian President Gustavo Petro To Watch Out

Leaders around the world have responded with a mix of condemnation and support to the US capture of Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro.

Following a large-scale strike on Venezuela on Saturday, Maduro and his wife were captured by US forces and removed from the country. The pair have been indicted on drug charges in New York.

Brazil's Lula Says Capture of Maduro Cross Unacceptable Line, Argentina Prez Calls It 'excellent News for Free World'

President Trump's pressure campaign against Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro is the latest chapter in a long history of U.S. intervention in the Caribbean basin, rooted in the 1823 Monroe Doctrine but fully realized in the 20th century — ostensibly to protect U.S. interests and counter communism.

Nicolas Maduro’s Ouster and US’ Monroe Doctrine for Latin America 

US forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro during a pre-dawn raid at his Caracas residence, according to officials. The operation marks a dramatic escalation in US–Venezuela tensions and has triggered global political and market reactions.

US President Trump Announces Maduro Prosecution Plans

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro will be confined in the infamous New York jail that previously housed Sean “Diddy” Combs and Ghislaine Maxwell. The prison has been described as as “hell on earth” and an “ongoing tragedy” for its “disgusting” and “horrifying” conditions.


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Following military action in Venezuela, the US has announced it will temporarily oversee the country until a “judicious transition” can take place. 


Venezuela Under Attack: 'US Will Temporarily Run Venezuela Until Judicious Transition' 

President Donald Trump on Saturday said that the U.S. will "run" Venezuela in the wake of a U.S. military operation that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.

Trump: Lights Of Caracas Were Turned Off By US

President Donald Trump declared that large American oil companies will be permitted to operate in Venezuela, following military efforts to remove Nicolas Maduro from power. This initiative aims to revitalize the country's oil production and infrastructure, potentially transforming Venezuela's economy while enhancing US energy interests.


Trump: US Is Going To Have Its Oil Companies Go In To Venezuela'

US President Donald Trump said Saturday that Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro was captured from a highly guarded "fortress", adding that no Americans were killed in the operation. "He was in a fortress," Trump told Fox News in a telephone interview. "You know, that we had nobody killed was amazing," he said, adding that a "couple of guys were hit, but they came back and they're supposed to be in pretty good shape."

US Strikes Venezuela: Maduro Captured in Daring US Operation

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Trump: US Will Be Involved In Deciding Venezuela's Next Leader

The US has carried out a major military operation in Venezuela, with President Donald Trump confirming that his counterpart, Nicolas Maduro, and his wife, Cilia Flores, were captured and flown out of the country.

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Colombian President Gustavo President reacted to reports of explosions in Caracas,  calling for UN to convene immediately. Petro's reaction came as blasts were heard across Caracas and low-flying aircraft were spotted in Caracas' skies. Watch the video for more. 

US Strikes Venezuela: Caracas Rocked By Blasts Amid US-Drug Smuggling Crackdown

Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado vowed at a press conference on Thursday that Venezuela "will be free". The Venezuelan opposition leader, honoured for her fight for democracy, said she would try to return to end the "tyranny" in her home country, despite warnings she could be arrested.

Venezuelan Opposition Leader: González Must Immediately Assume His Constitutional Mandate

President Donald Trump says the United States ⁠has ‘captured’ Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife and flown them out of ⁠the country after “large-scale” strikes.

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Iran has strongly condemned the US attack on Venezuela, describing it as a “blatant violation” of the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

“The US military attack on Venezuela constitutes a clear violation of the fundamental principles of the United Nations Charter and the basic rules of international law, particularly Article 2, Paragraph 4 of the Charter, which prohibits the use of force,” the Iranian Foreign Ministry said in a statement on Saturday.

US Strikes Venezuela: Vice-President Demands Immediate 'Proof of Life' of Maduro & Family

The capture was preceded by a massive, precise military strike on the capital. Verified reports confirm at least seven major explosions rocked Caracas early this morning, specifically targeting the La Carlota Airbase and Fuerte Tiuna (the military base where Maduro is known to reside). 

<p>The capture was preceded by a massive, precise military strike on the capital. Verified reports confirm at least seven major explosions rocked Caracas early this morning, specifically targeting the La Carlota Airbase and Fuerte Tiuna (the military base where Maduro is known to reside).&nbsp;</p>

Venezuela's President KIDNAPPED? Donald Trump says Nicolás Maduro captured and flown out of the country

#Gravitas Moscow has warned Ukraine that it will face 'inevitable retaliation' for its attack on civilians in the Kherson region. Ukraine's own spy agency has forewarned that Russia will soon conduct operations that could lead to mass casualties.


Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine braces for Russia's 'large-scale attack'

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