US ‘decapitation’ strike on Venezuela sparks PLA copycat fears in Taiwan
Taipei says its military stands ready, but security experts warn about Beijing’s ability to quickly pivot from drills to actual combat – The US “decapitation-style” operation against Venezuela’s leadership has…
Syria, Israel resume talks to reach security agreement
A Syrian delegation including Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani was taking part in a new round of negotiations with Israel on Monday. – Talks were coordinated and mediated by Washington –…
Trump explains how he wants to ‘run’ Venezuela
The US president said he needs “law and order” to take advantage of the Latin American country’s resources – President Donald Trump has outlined his vision for Venezuela following the…
Zelenskyy appoints ex-Canadian deputy PM as economic adviser
Chrystia Freeland, a longtime pro-Ukraine voice in the Canadian government, described as an expert at “attracting investment and implementing economic transformations.” – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Chrystia Freeland,…
Greenland’s Status Not in Question, Denmark’s Sovereignty Clear, Says Latvia’s President
Denmark is a strong democracy and trusted NATO ally. Greenland is an integral part of Kingdom of Denmark. Understanding legitimate security needs of US I believe those can be addressed…
China says it cannot accept countries acting as ‘world judge’ after US captures Maduro
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Beijing cannot accept any country acting as the “world’s judge” after the United States captured Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro. – “We have never believed…
Saudi-backed government forces retake multiple cities in southern Yemen
Yemeni government troops backed by Saudi Arabia have retaken a series of provinces from the United Arab Emirates-backed secessionist Southern Transitional Council (STC) as tensions between the regional Gulf Arab…
North Korea launches ballistic missiles into sea ahead of South Korean leader’s visit to China
Sunday’s launches came hours before South Korean President Lee Jae Myung departed for China for a summit with President Xi Jinping, for talks expected to cover North Korea’s nuclear programme.…
IDF said planning to operate inspection site at Rafah Border Crossing when it reopens
The Rafah crossing on the Egypt border is set to reopen under Trump’s cease-fire deal, pending formal approval by Netanyahu’s government, with preparations on the ground indicating the move could…
Trump issues warnings to three Latin American countries
Trump issued veiled warnings to the governments of Mexico, Colombia, and Cuba following a US special forces raid in which Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was captured. – Trump doubled down…