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S Jaishankar On India's Concern Over Venezuela Crisis And An Appeal

India is concerned about the recent developments in Venezuela, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said, as the country's deposed president Nicolas Maduro remains in a New York jail after being captured by US forces.

Published on: 07.01.2026 03:54
Japan's "Most Dangerous" Nuclear Plant Operator Admits That It Manipulated Earthquake Safety Data

The manipulation was reportedly intended to "smooth" and accelerate the rigorous safety screening process required to restart reactors at the site.

Published on: 07.01.2026 03:47
How Delcy Rodriguez Courted Donald Trump And Rose To Power In Venezuela

In the days since Maduro's capture, Trump has praised Delcy Rodriguez as a "gracious" American partner while threatening a similar fate as her ex-boss if she doesn't keep the ruling party in check and provide the US with country's vast oil reserves.

Published on: 07.01.2026 03:44
Five Years Since US Capitol Riot: A Country Still Divided

Washington on Tuesday marked five years since a mob overran the US Capitol, with rioters pardoned by Donald Trump retracing their steps even as Democrats revive hearings to hold the president accountable.

Published on: 07.01.2026 03:39
Colombian Guerrillas Fleeing Venezuela After US Strike: Report

Colombian guerrilla commanders who allegedly operated in Venezuela are fleeing following the US military operation in Caracas that ousted leader Nicolas Maduro, a source in the Colombian forces told AFP on Tuesday.

Published on: 07.01.2026 03:25
US To Get 50 Million Barrels Of Oil From Venezuela At Market Price: Trump

President Donald Trump said Tuesday on his social media site that "Interim Authorities" in Venezuela would be selling 30 million to 50 million barrels of "High Quality" oil to the US at its market price.

Published on: 07.01.2026 03:23
"He's A Violent Guy, Imitates My Dance": Trump On Maduro

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday accused Nicolas Maduro of imitating his dancing, among other crimes, as he celebrated the capture of the Venezuelan leader in a freewheeling speech to Republican lawmakers.

Published on: 07.01.2026 03:19
"I'll Get Impeached If...": Trump Warns Republicans Ahead Of 2026 Elections

Trump urged his party to more forcefully push back on Democrats' near-unified message on healthcare, as the minority party advocates to extend expired subsidies that made Obamacare insurance more affordable for millions of Americans.

Published on: 07.01.2026 03:17
Oxford University Apologises Over Content On Shivaji Maharaj In Book Published In 2003

Oxford University Press India acknowledged that some statements contained in the book "Shivaji: Hindu King in Islamic India", published in 2003, were unverified.

Published on: 07.01.2026 03:08
A Political Revolution In US? Ian Bremmer Explains To NDTV What It Means

The United States is in the midst of a political revolution, with President Donald Trump attempting to systematically dismantle the checks on his power, capture the machinery of government, and weaponise it against his enemies.

Published on: 07.01.2026 02:57
Swiss Bar Where 40 Died Had No Safety Checks For 5 Years: "We Regret This Bitterly"

Mayor Nicolas Feraud admitted that Le Constellation Bar hadn't undergone safety inspections since 2019.

Published on: 07.01.2026 02:39
Venezuela's New President Hires Ex-Central Bank Boss To Lead Economy

Venezuela's caretaker President Delcy Rodriguez appointed a former central bank director to her cabinet's top economic post on Tuesday, a position she herself had held until the toppling of leftist leader Nicolas Maduro.

Published on: 07.01.2026 02:08
AI Deepfakes, Old Images Fuel Misinformation After Maduro's Capture

From AI deepfakes to recycled, outdated images, a surge of visual misinformation has inundated social media platforms after US forces seized Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro in a stunning raid on his Caracas home.

Published on: 07.01.2026 02:06
"No Foreign Agent Governing Venezuela": Interim President Delcy Rodriguez

Venezuela's interim leader Delcy Rodriguez insisted Tuesday no foreign power was governing her country, even as US President Donald Trump announced Caracas will be swiftly turning over millions of barrels of oil to the United States.

Published on: 07.01.2026 01:46
Israel Clears Final Hurdle To Start Settlement Construction In West Bank

Israel has cleared the final hurdle before starting construction on a contentious settlement project near Jerusalem that would effectively cut the West Bank in two, according to a government tender.

Published on: 06.01.2026 23:48
Shooter Who Killed Brown Students, MIT Professor Planned Attack For Months

The self-described "animal" behind a mass shooting at Brown University and the killing of an MIT professor admitted to the crimes in a video made after the spree but gave no motive, authorities said Tuesday.

Published on: 06.01.2026 23:29
Trump Says His Voters Loved Venezuela Attack. Here's A Fact Check

It's only been days since an audacious US raid snatched Nicols Maduro from a Venezuelan military base and sped him to a Brooklyn prison, yet Detroit-area Trump supporter Aaron Tobin can already see it all playing out on the big screen.

Published on: 06.01.2026 22:18
"Military Always An Option": Trump Discussing How To Acquire Greenland

President Donald Trump is looking at a number of ideas for acquiring Greenland from Denmark and using the US military is "always an option," the White House said on Tuesday.

Published on: 06.01.2026 21:58
Trump Officials In Talks With Venezuela On Oil Exports To US: Report

US refineries on the Gulf Coast can process Venezuela's crude and have imported it in the past, before the US imposed sanctions on Venezuela.

Published on: 06.01.2026 20:18
Venezuela Under Maduro Shipped Gold Worth $5.2 Billion To Switzerland

Venezuela transported gold worth almost 4.14 billion Swiss francs ($5.20 billion) to Switzerland during the early years of the leadership of ousted President Nicolas Maduro, customs data shows.

Published on: 06.01.2026 19:18

News from Arabic Countries

How strong are Latin America’s military forces, as they face US threats?

Trump has threatened Colombia, Cuba and Mexico with military action. Could their armies take on the US?

Published on: 07.01.2026 03:43
Israeli forces kill two in Lebanon, ahead of truce monitors meeting

Representatives from France, Israel, Lebanon, the US and UN tracking the ceasefire are due to meet amid Israeli attacks.

Published on: 07.01.2026 03:34
Saudi-led coalition strikes Yemen, says STC leader al-Zubaidi has fled

Coalition says it targeted separatist forces after Aidarous al-Zubaidi failed to board a plane for Riyadh.

Published on: 07.01.2026 03:24
Fact-checking Trump on promised US oil company investment in Venezuela

Trump touts large US oil investments in Venezuela’s industry, but firms remain cautious amid low prices and instability.

Published on: 07.01.2026 03:18
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,413

These are the key developments from day 1,413 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Published on: 07.01.2026 03:17
Trump’s attacks on Venezuela put Mexico on edge

President Claudia Sheinbaum has sought to safeguard Mexican sovereignty while cooperating with the US on key issues.

Published on: 07.01.2026 01:10
US says military ‘always an option’ in Greenland as Europe rejects threats

White House says Trump is discussing options to acquire Greenland, including the potential use of the US military.

Published on: 07.01.2026 01:07
Trump says Venezuela to hand over up to 50 million barrels of oil to US

US president says oil will be sold at market prices and that he will control the resulting revenues.

Published on: 07.01.2026 00:11
Price hikes, queues and tension: Venezuela shoppers uneasy after US bombing

Residents of the capital Caracas remain rattled after the US abduction of Maduro, leading some to stock up on supplies.

Published on: 06.01.2026 23:53
Rodriguez says ‘no foreign agent’ running Venezuela, US role still unclear

Venezuela's prosecutor general decries Maduro's arrest as 'terrorism' as the US offers little clarity on its next steps.

Published on: 06.01.2026 23:37
Brazil’s Bolsonaro denied hospital visit after hitting head in prison fall

The ex-president's wife says he fell out of his prison bed while sleeping and hit his head.

Published on: 06.01.2026 22:48
Protests grow as Iran’s government makes meager offer amid tanking economy

Amnesty International says security forces' raid on hospital in Ilam to seize protesters violates international law.

Published on: 06.01.2026 22:47
Truck crash in Ethiopia kills 22 people, dozens hurt

Road accident injured 65 people after the truck carrying migrants overturned in Semera town, local authorities say.

Published on: 06.01.2026 22:31
Success in Saudi-hosted Spanish Super Cup will give Barcelona ‘energy’

Barcelona begin the defence of their Spanish Super Cup crown against Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday in Saudi Arabia.

Published on: 06.01.2026 22:03
Ivory Coast meet Egypt in 2025 AFCON quarters after easing by Burkina Faso

Holders Ivory Coast beat Burkina Faso 3-0 in last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations and now face Egypt in quarterfinals.

Published on: 06.01.2026 22:03
US Supreme Court expected to rule on tariffs on Friday

Both conservative and liberal justices voiced concerns about the legality of the tariffs during arguments in November.

Published on: 06.01.2026 21:22
Maduro abduction shows influence, limits of US Secretary of State Rubio

Top diplomat has long pushed toppling of Maduro, with eye towards Cuba, but remains constrained by competing ambitions.

Published on: 06.01.2026 20:40
Macron, Starmer, Zelenskyy sign Ukraine troop deployment pact

France, the UK and Ukraine signed a declaration of intent on deploying a multinational force after any ceasefire.

Published on: 06.01.2026 20:34
What does Israel’s recognition of Somaliland mean for the region?

Israel’s recognition of Somaliland pulls the breakaway territory into a larger regional power struggle.

Published on: 06.01.2026 20:23
Deadly clashes between Syrian troops and Kurdish-led fighters in Aleppo

Syrian government forces faced off with the Kurdish-led, US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in northern Aleppo.

Published on: 06.01.2026 20:19
Birzeit University raid seen as warning against Palestinian defiance

Israeli forces raided Birzeit University in the occupied West Bank during a solidarity event for Palestinian prisoners.

Published on: 06.01.2026 19:39
Dramatic late Algeria winner sets up Nigeria quarterfinal at 2025 AFCON

Algeria beat DR Congo in extra time and will face Nigeria on Saturday in the quarterfinals of the Africa Cup of Nations.

Published on: 06.01.2026 19:33
Israel, Syria agree to dedicated communication line in US-brokered talks

Joint mechanism will be used to de-escalate militarily and may pave the road for an eventual security agreement.

Published on: 06.01.2026 19:22
Somalia condemns Israel’s visit to Somaliland

Israel’s foreign minister visited Somaliland after Israel recognised the self-declared republic as a sovereign state.

Published on: 06.01.2026 19:21
US backs security guarantees for Ukraine, as France and UK pledge troops

The UK and France will establish 'military hubs' in Ukraine in the event of a peace deal with Russia.

Published on: 06.01.2026 19:11