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US action reflects a revived Monroe Doctrine, driven by geopolitics, energy security, and regional power competition — not oil alone, but oil first among equals

Joe Root and Harry Brook shared a 154-run stand to take England to 211 for three before bad light stopped play on Day 1 of the final Ashes test in Sydney, which also featured emotional tributes for Bondi terror victims

Gunmen raided Kasuwan-Daji village in Niger state, Nigeria, killing at least 30 people, with locals claiming the toll could exceed 40. President Bola Tinubu condemned the assault, vowing justice against perpetrators and their enablers.

Indian-American lawmakers strongly criticized Trump's decision to send military forces to Venezuela, calling it unconstitutional, illegal, and a dangerous move that risks another open-ended conflict without congressional approval

Bangladesh Cricket Board refused to send its team to India for the T20 World Cup citing security concerns, government advice and Mustafizur Rahman’s IPL release, seeking ICC to shift matches to Sri Lanka

Leftist parties in India protested against the US attack on Venezuela, condemning it as imperialist aggression. They criticized the US for targeting oil reserves and violating international sovereignty, urging global condemnation

A US military operation capturing Venezuelan President Maduro disrupted Caribbean travel, grounding flights to Puerto Rico, Aruba, and the Lesser Antilles. Airlines canceled hundreds of flights, waived change fees, and added extra services as restrictions lifted by Sunday

North Korea fired ballistic missiles into the East Sea, its first 2026 test. The US confirmed no immediate threat, reaffirmed ally defense, while South Korea highlighted rising instability due to Pyongyang’s nuclear program and military cooperation with Russia

British and French warplanes struck an underground Islamic State facility near Palmyra, Syria, targeting weapons and explosives. The joint operation, using guided bombs, aimed to prevent IS resurgence, with initial assessments suggesting the target was successfully engaged

Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores were captured by US forces and jailed in New York on narco-terrorism charges. Vice President Delcy Rodríguez was sworn in as interim president amid disputes over Venezuela’s political legitimacy and international intervention

After the US military captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, uncertainty gripped Venezuela. High court-appointed Delcy Rodríguez claims interim leadership, while Maduro loyalists denounce the operation. Streets emptied, protests erupted, and questions remain over US involvement, succession legitimacy, and the military’s loyalty

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned that “rioters must be put in their place” amid nationwide protests over economic hardship. At least 15 people have been killed as demonstrations spread across multiple provinces, raising fears of a harsh security crackdown

A newly unsealed US indictment accuses Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro of leading a cocaine-fueled narco-terror network. Captured in a US-backed operation, Maduro and his wife now face major drug and weapons charges in a New York federal court

X said it will remove illegal content, suspend offending accounts and cooperate with authorities, including for AI tool Grok misuse, after India’s IT ministry ordered takedowns of obscene material, sought action reports, and warned of legal action for non-compliance nationwide

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has termed the US military action against Venezuela an “act of war”, following President Nicolas Maduro’s capture and indictment in New York, even as federal prosecutors accuse him of leading a decades-long narco-terrorism conspiracy.

Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro has been jailed in New York following his capture by US forces and faces narco-terrorism charges. His arrest has triggered political uncertainty in Caracas, with Washington hinting at regime change amid sharp reactions from Venezuela.

ndian American Democratic lawmakers condemned President Trump’s military action in Venezuela, saying it bypassed Congress and violated constitutional limits. They warned the move risked instability, weakened US credibility and could entangle America in another prolonged conflict

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemned US military action against Venezuela as an act of war after President Nicolas Maduro’s capture. He criticised regime change efforts as Maduro faces sweeping narco-terrorism charges in New York.

US military action in Venezuela has disrupted Caribbean air travel, forcing airlines to cancel hundreds of flights and reroute planes. FAA airspace restrictions led to suspensions across Puerto Rico and nearby islands, with carriers waiving change fees

The US military operation capturing Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has intensified partisan divisions in Congress. Democrats questioned its legality and bypassing of authorization, while Republicans praised the action as a decisive strike against a narco-terrorist threat in the region

The US captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in a dramatic military operation, with Donald Trump claiming Washington will temporarily run Venezuela. The move has sparked protests, raised legal questions and drawn international condemnation

India batter Shreyas Iyer will return to competitive cricket in the Vijay Hazare Trophy for Mumbai against Himachal Pradesh after recovering from a spleen injury. His availability for the upcoming New Zealand series will depend on fitness clearance

Indian driver Sanjay Takale made history by winning the H3 Class in the Dakar Rally 2026 Prologue, finishing 35th overall in Cars. Driving a Toyota HDJ 100, he became the first Indian to podium in the Dakar Cars category

Trump said the U.S. will shape Venezuela’s future after capturing and removing President Maduro, while Venezuelan officials called the operation a bombing and kidnapping at a military installation home site