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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

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

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

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

Transport Canada warns Air India of losing flight rights over alcohol rules

Transport Canada said in a statement Friday that the incident took place on December 23, and it would engage with Air India and Indian aviation authorities to ensure appropriate actions were taken

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

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

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

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

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

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

Maresca sacked by Chelsea mid-season after reported clash with ownership

Enzo Maresca left his post as Chelsea head coach on Thursday after a reported deterioration in his relationship with the Premier League club's hierarchy.

Gabon suspends National team and fires staff after Africa Cup failure

Gabon's government appears to have suspended its national soccer team after a disappointing performance at the Africa Cup of Nations and fired its coaching staff.

At least 40 dead, 115 injured in massive fire at Swiss Alpine resort

Valais Canton police commander Frederic Gisler said during a news conference that work is underway to identify the victims and inform their families

Maduro open to US talks on drug trafficking, but silent on CIA strike

Maduro reiterated that the US wants to force a government change in Venezuela and gain access to its vast oil reserves through the monthslong pressure campaign

At least seven killed as protests over ailing economy widen across Iran

The most-intense violence appeared to strike Azna, a city in Iran's Lorestan province, some 300 kilometers (185 miles) southwest of Tehran

Mamdani vows to govern 'expansively and audaciously' as New York City mayor

Throngs turned out in the frigid cold for an inauguration viewing party just south of City Hall on a stretch of Broadway known as the Canyon of Heroes, famous for its ticker-tape parades

Saudi Arabia mandates inspection of flights between Aden, UAE: Yemen

This latest development comes amid further strained ties between Saudi Arabia and the UAE, neighbours on the Arabian Peninsula that increasingly have competed over economic issues and politics

Cities around world welcome 2026 with fireworks, heightened security

In New York City's Times Square, revellers braved frigid temperatures to celebrate with the famed New Year's Eve ball drop