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China calls US strike on Venezuela a serious violation of international law
China shares a close strategic partnership with Venezuela, built on political alignment, energy cooperation, and shared opposition to US and Western influence in Latin America
 "China calls US strike on Venezuela a serious violation of international law")
US to decide what's next for Venezuela after Maduro's capture: Trump
Venezuelan ruling party leader Nahum Fernandez told The Associated Press that Nicolas Maduro and his wife were at their home within the Ft. Tiuna military installation when they were captured
 "US to decide what's next for Venezuela after Maduro's capture: Trump")
Maduro charged with narco-terrorism conspiracy: US Attorney General
The Attorney General's remarks come as US President Donald Trump on Saturday said that the US had carried out a large strike against Venezuela
 "Maduro charged with narco-terrorism conspiracy: US Attorney General")
Who is Nicolás Maduro, the Venezuelan leader US claims to have seized
Venezuelan authorities said the government did not know the whereabouts of President Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, following the US operation
 "Who is Nicolás Maduro, the Venezuelan leader US claims to have seized")
US strikes Venezuela: World leaders condemn action, urge peace, dialogue
In a post on Truth Social, Trump claimed that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife were "captured and flown out of the country" following the operation
 "US strikes Venezuela: World leaders condemn action, urge peace, dialogue")
Venezuela Prez Maduro captured and flown out of country, announces Trump
The statement added that President Nicols Maduro had ordered all national defence plans to be implemented and declared a state of external disturbance
 "Venezuela Prez Maduro captured and flown out of country, announces Trump")
Rioters must be put in their place, says Khamenei as Iran unrest continues
The protests, taking root in economic issues, have heard demonstrators chant against Iran's theocracy as well
 "Rioters must be put in their place, says Khamenei as Iran unrest continues")
US strikes Venezuela, Trump claims President Maduro captured and flown out
Trump for months had threatened that he could soon order strikes on targets on Venezuelan land following months of attacks on boats accused of carrying drugs
 "US strikes Venezuela, Trump claims President Maduro captured and flown out")
Micheal Martin to visit China, first trip by an Irish leader in 14 years
Beijing has been strengthening ties with individual members of the European Union despite tensions with the EU bloc over tariffs and human rights issues
 "Micheal Martin to visit China, first trip by an Irish leader in 14 years")
13 NCP student leaders resign over alliance with Jamaat in Bangladesh
Despite the objections, Jamaat chief Shafiqur Rahman officially announced the alliance with the NCP last week at a press conference at the National Press Club in Dhaka
 "13 NCP student leaders resign over alliance with Jamaat in Bangladesh")
Two more killed in Iran protests over economic crisis, toll rises to 10
The weeklong protests, have become the biggest in Iran since 2022, when the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini in police custody triggered nationwide demonstrations
 "Two more killed in Iran protests over economic crisis, toll rises to 10")
What to know about Budanov, Zelenskyy's pick for new chief of staff
Budanov has led the military intelligence agency, known by its acronym GUR, since 2020
 "What to know about Budanov, Zelenskyy's pick for new chief of staff")
Yemen separatists declare southern constitution as UAE pulls troops out
The UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council depicted the announcement as a declaration of independence for the south
 "Yemen separatists declare southern constitution as UAE pulls troops out")
Explosions, gunfire reported as aircraft fly over Venezuelan capital
People also reported hearing gunshots in several areas in Caracas
 "Explosions, gunfire reported as aircraft fly over Venezuelan capital")
Trump invites Japan PM Takaichi for first US visit amid tensions with China
In a statement Friday, the Japanese foreign ministry said Takaichi and Trump agreed to coordinate for the visit to happen this spring
 "Trump invites Japan PM Takaichi for first US visit amid tensions with China")
South Korean Prez Lee reaffirms 'One-China' stance ahead of state visit
The South Korean leader also discussed trade relations, highlighting that both nations are closely connected economically and can benefit from expanding cooperation in emerging industries
 "South Korean Prez Lee reaffirms 'One-China' stance ahead of state visit")
Taiwan detects 4 Chinese aircraft, 6 naval vessels around its territory
China's recent large-scale military exercises around Taiwan have triggered widespread disruption to regional air travel, prompting renewed concerns
 "Taiwan detects 4 Chinese aircraft, 6 naval vessels around its territory")
Gulf, Asian nations urge Israel to allow aid into Gaza amid harsh winter
Despite its obligations under international law to meet the basic needs of Palestinians in Gaza, Israel has continued to impose strict limits on humanitarian assistance
 "Gulf, Asian nations urge Israel to allow aid into Gaza amid harsh winter")
Disrupted New Year Eve attack plan inspired by Islamic State group: FBI
The alleged attack would have taken place one year after 14 people were killed in New Orleans by a US citizen and Army veteran who proclaimed support for IS on social media
 "Disrupted New Year Eve attack plan inspired by Islamic State group: FBI")
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani begins term by revoking Adam's executive orders
Among revoked orders was one barring city officials from procurement practices 'that discriminate against the State of Israel, Israeli citizens, or those associated with Israel'
 "NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani begins term by revoking Adam's executive orders")
