US Carrier Strike Group Heads to Middle East as Iran Warns Retaliation
A U.S. carrier strike group heads to the Middle East amid rising tensions with Iran, which warns of retaliation. Regional bases brace for impact.
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Trump and Venezuela’s Acting President Rodriguez Reconnect in Long Call
President Trump and Acting President Delcy Rodriguez had a long, productive call this week, paving the way for embassy reopening and improved US-Venezuela relations.
More Foreign Strikes in Trump’s 1st Year Than Biden’s Full Term
ACLED data shows the US carried out 573 air and drone strikes in Trump’s first year vs. 494 in Biden’s entire term, with most targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels.
Fed Chair Powell Pushes Back Against DOJ Probe; Ex-Chiefs Raise Alarm
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and former Fed chiefs are pushing back against a DOJ criminal probe, warning it threatens central bank independence and could unsettle markets.
BRICS Launches “Will for Peace 2026” Naval Exercise off Cape Town
BRICS members launched the “Will for Peace 2026” naval drill off Cape Town, focusing on anti-piracy, maritime security and multilateral cooperation.
ECOWAS Pushes for Democracy in Guinea-Bissau: Talks on Detainee Release & Transition
ECOWAS leaders met Guinea-Bissau’s military this weekend to push for the release of political detainees and a clear roadmap back to democracy.
S. Korea Denies DPRK’s Drone Intrusion Claim, Proposes Joint Investigation
South Korea denies DPRK’s claim of a January 4 drone intrusion, calls for a joint probe, stating the drone in Pyongyang’s photos isn’t its model.
Venezuela’s Tragedy: A Glimpse of Global Hegemony
The recent Venezuela crisis reveals deep-rooted global imbalances: US hegemony, economic dependence, and China’s pivotal role. A wake-up call for national sovereignty.
Two Days of Clashes in Aleppo Displace Thousands
Renewed clashes in Aleppo over two days have killed civilians, damaged hospitals and displaced thousands, as the UN ramps up humanitarian aid.
Xi Jinping Congratulates Laos’ Thongloun on LPRP Reelection 🎉🤝
Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message to Thongloun Sisoulith on his reelection as general secretary of the LPRP, highlighting strong China-Laos ties.