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Bangladesh Air Chief Holds Talks with PAF, JF-17 Fighter Jet Deal on Agenda

The Chief of the Air Staff of the Bangladesh Air Force met Pakistan Air Force leadership in Islamabad, where discussions centered on defence cooperation, training support, Super Mushak delivery, and potential acquisition of JF-17 Thunder fighter jets.

Foreign media group slams Israel govt for refusing to lift Gaza press ban

An international media association on Tuesday criticised the Israeli government for maintaining its ban on unrestricted media access to Gaza, calling the move disappointing.

Danish prime minister says a US takeover of Greenland would mark the end of NATO

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said Monday an American takeover of Greenland would amount to the end of the NATO military alliance.

Maduro, wife plead not guilty as ousted Venezuelan leader says he was ‘kidnapped’

Ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife pleaded not guilty Monday in Manhattan federal court to drug trafficking charges, with Maduro telling a federal judge he had been “kidnapped” from his home.

US threatens greater control over Western Hemisphere

The US will exert greater power across the Western Hemisphere, the State Department declared following the abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro during a raid on Caracas.

Maduro’s kidnapping by US is ‘modern day imperialism’ – spokeswoman of South Africa’s largest union

If Washington is allowed to get away with what it did in Venezuela, it will go after other nations, Phakamile Hlubi-Majola has warned

Do not threaten me, I will wait for you right here: Colombian president warns Trump

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has vowed to “take up arms” in the event of a US attack.

US capture of Maduro tests limits of China’s diplomatic push

For nearly two decades, China has been more than just a trading partner for Venezuela: a key political backer, a financial lifeline during the worst years of sanctions, and an ally willing to defy the isolation imposed by the United States.

Bangladesh refuse India travel for 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup over security concerns

Bangladesh have refused to travel to India for the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup, citing safety concerns amid deteriorating political ties.

Maduro arrives for first US court appearance after capture

Deposed Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro arrived at a New York court on Monday, just days after being seized in Caracas in a shock US military operation that paved the path for Washington's plans to control the oil-rich country.

‘Happy New Year!’ VIDEO reveals Maduro’s first words on US soil

A video has appeared showing Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro wishing bystanders a “Happy New Year” after being abducted by American forces and flown to New York to face criminal charges.

Venezuela names acting president

Venezuela’s Supreme Court ordered Vice President Delcy Rodriguez to assume the role of interim president after Nicolas Maduro was kidnapped by US forces from Caracas and flown to New York to face criminal charges.

80 people killed in US raid on Venezuela – NYT

The death toll from the US raid to kidnap President Nicolas Maduro has risen to at least 80, which includes both soldiers and civilians, the New York Times reported on Sunday, citing a senior Venezuelan official.

Trump Says U.S. Will ‘Run’ Venezuela, Tap Oil Reserves After Maduro Ousted

Hours after a dramatic U.S. military operation removed Nicolás Maduro from power, President Donald Trump said Washington would temporarily run Venezuela and exploit its vast oil reserves while overseeing a transition to new leadership.

Oil, Drugs, and Force: Trump Warns Venezuela of Second US Strike

President Donald Trump has warned that the United States could launch a second military strike on Venezuela if remaining members of the Maduro administration fail to cooperate with Washington.

United States to India: Slash Russian Oil Imports or Brace for New Tariffs

In a renewed threat, President Donald Trump has warned that the U.S. could quickly raise tariffs on Indian goods if New Delhi fails to curb its purchases of Russian oil.

Angelina Jolie Visits Egypt’s Rafah Crossing to Assess Gaza Aid Situation

Angelina Jolie visited the Egyptian side of the Rafah crossing, meeting Red Crescent volunteers and aid drivers to assess the stalled flow of humanitarian assistance into Gaza

Elon Musk’s Grok AI floods X with sexualized photos of women and minors

Elon Musk's xAI was under international scrutiny over allegations on Friday that it was filling its platform with sexualized, AI-generated images of women and minors.

Iran threatens to target American bases if US launches intervention

Tehran will target US forces in the Middle East if Washington tries to intervene in Iran’s handling of ongoing mass protests, the country’s parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Ghalibaf, has warned.

Multiple explosions heard in Venezuelan capital amid escalation with US (VIDEO)

Multiple explosions were heard early on Saturday in Caracas, Venezuela’s capital, according to media reports and footage from the scene.

Pakistan Emerged Stronger on World Stage After Brief War With India, Envoy Says

Pakistan has gained unprecedented international recognition following the May 2025 conflict with India, with Pakistan–US relations showing significant improvement, Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh said.

Watch: Pakistani Woman’s Praise Leaves NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Emotional

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani became emotional during a one-on-one session after a Lahore-born Pakistani woman praised his empathy and compassionate leadership.

Saudi warplanes strike UAE-backed separatists in southern Yemen

Saudi warplanes have reportedly struck on Friday forces in southern Yemen backed by the United Arab Emirates, a separatist leader says. There were no immediate reports of casualties.

Canada urges India to probe incident involving pilot being under alcohol influence

Canada's transport regulator has asked Air India to investigate an incident of a pilot reporting for duty under the influence of alcohol and failing two breathalyser tests, a person familiar with the matter said.

Trump says US will ‘come to their rescue’ if Iran kills protesters

President Donald Trump said Friday that the United States is "locked and loaded" to respond if Iran kills protesters, after cost-of-living demonstrations in the country turned deadly.

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

Venezuela is open to negotiating an agreement with the United States to combat drug trafficking, the South American country’s President Nicolás Maduro said in a pretaped interview aired Thursday on state television

A fire in an Swiss ski resort bar has left about 40 people dead

Axel Clavier felt like he was suffocating inside the Swiss Alpine bar where moments before he’d been ringing in the new year with friends and dozens of other revelers.

New York City mayor swears on Quran to bring ‘new era’

Zohran Mamdani has been sworn in as New York City’s 110th mayor, the first Muslim and African-born person of Indian descent to hold the position.

Iran government building attacked as top prosecutor responds to protests

A government building in southern Iran was attacked on Wednesday, authorities said, as the country's top prosecutor warned of a "decisive response" to any attempt to create instability after days of economic protests.

Pakistan Sees Drop in Terror Attacks After Afghan Border Closure

Pakistan has claimed a significant decline in terror attacks following the closure of the Pak-Afghan border, with December seeing a 17% drop after a 9% decline in November. Despite this short-term improvement, 2025 became the deadliest year for Pakistan in a decade, marked by a sharp rise in terror-related fatalities,
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