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What to know about Budanov, Zelenskyy's pick as new chief of staff

Budanov has led the military intelligence agency, known by its acronym GUR, since 2020

US carrying out military strikes inside Venezuela, confirms official

The statement added that President Nicols Maduro had ordered all national defence plans to be implemented and declared a state of external disturbance

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

Explosions, gunfire reported as aircraft fly over Venezuelan capital

People also reported hearing gunshots in several areas in Caracas

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

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

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

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

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

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'

US Coast Guard search for survivors after attacks on alleged drug boat

The Coast Guard dispatched a plane from Sacramento to search an area covering more than 1,000 miles (1,600 kilometres), while issuing an urgent warning to ships nearby

More oil tankers turn away from Venezuela amid US threat to seize vessels

As part of Trump's pressure campaign, US forces have launched strikes on alleged drug trafficking boats that have killed more than 100 people, and seized two oil tankers

Trump orders divestment in $2.9 mn chips deal citing US security concerns

The deal involved Emcore Corp selling its computer chips and wafer fabrication operations to HieFo for $2.92 million a price that included the assumption of about $1 million in liabilities

Yemen separatists announce constitution for independent southern state

Last month, STC-linked fighters seized control of two southern provinces from Saudi-backed forces and took over the Presidential Palace in the south's main city, Aden

Bangladesh's Inqilab Moncho to hold 'March for Justice' for Osman Hadi

The organisation said its members will reach out to the government, political parties and people in remote areas to seek support in ensuring justice

At least 2 killed as earthquake of magnitude 6.5 hits Mexico's Guerrero

US Geological Survey said the earthquake occurred at a depth of 35 kilometers, 4 kilometers north-northwest of Rancho Viejo, Guerrero, which is in mountains about 91 kilometers northeast of Acapulco

India asks refiners for weekly Russian oil import data to share with US

India seeks weekly data on Russian and US oil buys as crude imports from Moscow may fall below 1 million bpd amid sensitive trade talks with Washington

US intervention will create chaos in entire region: Iran official

Iran warned the US not to interfere in its protests after President Donald Trump's threat; an Iranian official said any US action would lead to 'chaos in entire region' and damage American interests

'Locked and loaded': Trump warns Iran over killings during protests

President Donald Trump warned Iran against killing peaceful protesters, saying US is 'locked and loaded' as protests over inflation, jobs and a currency crash spread across several cities

Why US and China are contesting for influence in Latin America now

Beijing has signalled it intends to deepen engagement with Latin America, issuing its first official policy paper on the region in nearly a decade as Washington moves to reassert influence