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Maduro Now in New York Jail as Trump Says US to 'Run' Venezuela
US forces seize Venezuela’s president in a pre-dawn raid, flying Maduro to New York on drug charges as Trump signals long-term control, troops on the ground, and eyes on oil.
Jan. 4, 2026
Ukraine
On Ideas, Institutions, and Identities: Assessing the Early Days of Independence
In the second of a two-part examination of modern Ukrainian ideas and identities, Canadian scholar Bohdan Krawchenko remembers the heady days and “hollow state” after independence.
Jan. 4, 2026
War in Ukraine
Putin's Threats to Europe: Anatomy of a Great Deception
Putin’s bluff relies on his opponent not looking at the cards, as he seeks to turn Europe’s insecurity into his own projection of strength.
Jan. 4, 2026
Ukraine
Putin Should Take Note, Analysts Say, as Trump Strikes Maduro, Signals Frustration With Moscow
Trump’s sharp words on Putin, paired with a dramatic operation against Maduro, are raising fresh questions about Washington’s strategy toward Russia, Ukraine – and the wider authoritarian axis.
Jan. 4, 2026
Zelensky
Ukraine’s War Cabinet Evolves as Zelensky Prepares for Peace Talks and Russian Resistance
As Kyiv reshuffles leadership to bolster negotiations, Zelensky pointed to Venezuela as a warning, saying leniency toward dictators such as Russia’s Vladimir Putin fuels wider instability.
Jan. 3, 2026
Trump: American Oil Firms Will Rebuild Venezuela’s Energy Sector Post-Maduro Raid
US forces seized Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro in a nighttime Caracas raid as Trump warned regional rivals and outlined plans for American oil companies to enter Venezuela.
Jan. 3, 2026
Europe
Ukraine and Allies Forge Security Guarantee Framework Ahead of Summit
The framework outlines multinational support on land, air, and sea, with the US providing a strategic backstop, according to Ukrainian officials.
Jan. 3, 2026
Armed Forces of Ukraine
Ukraine and US Agree on Military Plan to Modernize Armed Forces
A four-section document at the level of the General Staffs outlines support, supply, modernization, and compliance mechanisms, as Ukraine continues to seek robust postwar security guarantees.
Jan. 3, 2026
Zelensky
Zelensky Seeks to Move Defense Minister Shmyhal to Energy Ministry
Ex-prime minister Denys Shmyhal, who headed the government for five years, would return to his roots in the energy sector.
Jan. 3, 2026
Russia
‘Armed Aggression’: Moscow Enraged by US Operation in Venezuela, Propagandists Demand Response
However, Russia has so far provided no real support to its ally, apart from a diplomatic statement.
Jan. 3, 2026
War in Ukraine
Czech Opposition Seeks to Oust Far-Right Speaker Over ‘Ukrainian Thieves’ Rant
Czech parliamentary speaker Tomio Okamura used a New Year’s address to launch a scathing attack on Kyiv and is now under attack from the opposition.
Jan. 3, 2026
War in Ukraine
Neutral in Name Only: How Russia’s Winter Athletes Carry the War to Olympics
From bobsled to skeleton, evidence shows how pro-war ties, state affiliations and nationalist messaging complicate the IOC’s promise of “neutral” participation.
Jan. 3, 2026
Iran’s Khamenei Says Protesters’ Economic Demands Fair, Warns ‘Rioters’
Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei acknowledged protesters’ economic grievances as demonstrations spread to over two dozen cities, but warned “rioters” would face force amid rising unrest and clashes.
Jan. 3, 2026
Trump Says Venezuela's Maduro Captured in 'Large-Scale' US Strike
Trump announced that US forces captured Venezuelan President Maduro in a “large-scale strike,” claiming the operation was complete and Maduro would face trial in the United States.
Jan. 3, 2026
Iran
OPINION: Protests in Iran: Economic Collapse and a New Revolutionary Wave?
For Ukraine, Israel, and the broader West, the stability of the Iranian regime is not merely a domestic matter.
Jan. 3, 2026
Ukraine
OPINION: Ukraine 2026: The Fight to Allow Light to Prevail Over Darkness
How keeping the light on has become a metaphor.
Jan. 3, 2026
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