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How the operation to take out Venezuela's Maduro unfolded

The order came at 10:46pm EST, along with a message from Trump: "Good luck and godspeed."

Axios

Pentagon Pizza Orders Spike At The Worst Possible Time, Fueling A Wild Theory

“Everyone loves a late night slice, especially after some classified discussion,” said one netizen

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What happens next in Venezuela? Trump says US will ‘run’ the nation amid warnings of chaotic regime change

Resistance from Venezuelan officials and threats of regime change and oil seizures follow pressure campaign against Maduro

The Independent UK

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CIA Reportedly Sent Team Into Venezuela To Track Maduro's Movements Before Capture Operation

The CIA sent a small team inside Venezuela to track authoritarian President Nicolas Maduro's locations and movements, providing key intelligence that led to his capture on Saturday, according to a new report.

Latin Times

Trump refuses to say if he consulted with Congress before Venezuela strikes - but calls capture of Maduro ‘brilliant’: report

In a phone call shortly after 4:30 a.m. ET Saturday, a ‘tired’ sounding Trump celebrated the planning and execution of the mission

The Independent UK

Trump has been laying the groundwork for a strike on Venezuela for a full year. Here’s the timeline

President Donald Trump had long threatened that he could order military strikes on targets on Venezuelan territory after months of attacks on boats accused of carrying drugs from the South American country. President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela said the U.S. military operations were a thinly veiled effort to oust him…

Fortune

Trump news at a glance: Nicolás Maduro wants to have ‘serious talks’ with Trump

Venezuelan leader calls for ‘dialogue and diplomacy’ between Washington and Caracas following US claims of airstrike

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Russia Looking For Trump to Legitimise Claims on Vladimir Putin's Home Assault

The Kremlin is looking to legitimise its accusation of Ukraine launching drone strikes on Putin's residence despite Kyiv and the CIA informing Trump that the claims are false.

International Business Times UK

Maduro Says Trump Is Laying Groundwork for a 'Forever War,' Calls Drug Claims 'As False as Weapons of Mass Destruction'

Venezuela's authoritarian President, Nicolás Maduro, said president Donald Trump is laying the groundwork for a "forever war" against the country.

Latin Times

U.S. Policy Expert Warned Trump 'Needs to Destroy Some Targets' in Venezuela to Avoid Appearing Weak

"If he doesn't show military strength, he'll look weak," said former ambassador John Feeley, warning that "we know Trump detests weakness"

Latin Times

Former CIA Chief Says Revealing Covert Strike In Venezuela Undermines The Operation And 'Jeopardizes Lives'

Former CIA director Leon Panetta said that revealing the nature of the strike conducted in Venezuela in December undermined its purpose.

Latin Times

First Thing: Swiss investigators race to identify victims after 40 killed in resort bar fire

Blaze that swept through crowded New Year’s Eve bar in Crans-Montana also injured 115 people. Plus, the politicians and advocates making climate policy part of the affordability agenda

The Guardian - UK

Maduro open to US talks on drug trafficking but silent on narcoboat strikes

Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro says Caracas is ready to engage in constructive dialogue with Washington to combat drug trafficking amid continued pressure and military strikes from the Trump administration.

Euronews

Maduro urges Trump to abandon ‘illegal warmongering’ and start ‘serious talks’

Venezuelan president warns of a ‘forever war’ similar to Iraq after US counterpart claims first land strike on dock

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The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv orders mass evacuation from frontline regions as Russian troops advance

Ukraine said its forces ‘adhere to international law’

The Independent UK

Pakistan-born Australian Khawaja, set to retire from cricket, criticizes racial stereotypes

Veteran Australia batter Usman Khawaja has announced he will retire from international cricket after the fifth Ashes test beginning Sunday at the Sydney Cricket Ground

The Independent UK

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

Venezuela is open to reaching an agreement with the United States to combat drug trafficking, according to President Nicolás Maduro

Euronews

US strikes five more alleged narcoboats killing at least eight

The latest attacks bring the total number of known boat strikes to 35 and the number of people killed to at least 115 since early September, according to official figures.

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International Business Times UK

Trump Tries to Save Face After Believing Putin's 'Made Up' Ukraine Attack Plot

Trump faces a political crisis after initially crediting Vladimir Putin's claim of a Ukrainian drone attack on a Russian presidential residence, a narrative now rejected by US intelligence.

International Business Times UK

Putin Orders Expansion of Ukraine Buffer Zone in 2026 as Tensions Escalate

Russia's military chief discloses Putin's orders to extend buffer zones in northeastern Ukraine this year signalling no pause in the conflict.

International Business Times UK

CIA Reveals Ukraine Did Not Target Vladimir Putin: Kremlin Allegations Branded a Fabrication

CIA assessment finds Ukraine did not target Putin residence in Lake Valdai. Intelligence debunks Kremlin allegations amid peace negotiation crisis.

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: 10% away from peace, Zelenskyy tells Ukrainians

US intelligence officials persuade Donald Trump that Ukrainians did not target Putin with drones – reports. What we know on day 1,408

Latin Times

Venezuelan Officials Reportedly Claimed U.S. Was Behind Strike Against Alleged Cartel Infrastructure Despite Maduro's Silence

Venezuelan officials who visited the site of the U.S. attack against alleged cartel infrastructure earlier this month reportedly acknowledged Washington was behind it, even as authoritarian President Nicolas Maduro refrains to address the episode in public.

International Business Times UK

CIA Reportedly Carried Out A Drone Strike Earlier On A Remote Port Facility On Venezuela's Coast

A CIA drone reportedly struck a remote Venezuelan coastal port facility earlier this month, marking what may be the first direct US attack inside Venezuela.

International Business Times UK

Erika Kirk's Ties Exposed: Post Claims Her Grandfather is the 'Man Who Printed Money and IDs for Israel'

An X thread claims hidden family ties behind Charlie Kirk's death, accusing his widow Erika Kirk of links to Israel and intelligence networks.

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