(2026-01-05). Prime ministerial loyalty on trial in Australia's 'Gaza' war. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-05). Information from the Revolutionary Government on Combatants Killed in the Line of Duty in Venezuela. radiohc.cu As a result of the criminal attack perpetrated by the United States government against the sister Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, carried out in the early morning of January 3, 2026, 32 Cubans lost their lives in combat. They were serving on missions representing the Revolutionary Armed Forces and the Ministry of the Interior, at the request of their counterparts in the South American country. | Faithful to their responsibilities for security and defense, our compatriots fulfilled their duty with dignity and heroism, falling after fierce resistance in direct combat against the attackers or as a result of the bo…
(2026-01-05). Venezuelan President Maduro flown to New York, facing narco-terrorism charges. ecns.cn Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores were flown to New York on Saturday, and charged with narco-terrorism conspiracy, cocaine importation conspiracy and weapons offenses, according to a report by the U.S. National Broadcasting Company (NBC),…
(2026-01-05). New Issue Of JOHNSTONE: The Empire Stole Venezuela. caitlinjohnstone.com.au The new edition of JOHNSTONE is now available to order in print or download as a pay-what-you-want e-book version. As with all my work, everything contained in this magazine is free to reuse, reproduce or republish in any way. It's not just that they stole Venezuela's president in order to steal its oil, it's that …
(2026-01-05). Protest held in New York against U.S. military strikes on Venezuela. ecns.cn Demonstrators gather outside the Metropolitan Detention Center in New York on Jan. 4, 2026, where Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is being held, to protest U.S. military action against Venezuela.
(2026-01-05). US strike on Venezuela: What we know so far. ummid.com The latest update on Venezuela, the whereabout of Nicolás Maduro, the actual intention of US strike on the Latin American country, Trump's next move and the reaction of world leaders.
(2026-01-05). Blow to Trump's Venezuela Plan after Maduro's Deputy Contradicts US President. dissidentvoice.org Donald Trump's plan to smoothly run Venezuela after attacking the sovereign country and capturing its president with his wife has faced a major setback. This was after the Venezuelan armed forces and Nicolas Maduro's deputy condemned the US invasion of their country and capturing of their president and the First Lady. Rifat Jawaid digs deeper …
(2026-01-05). Trump administration's seizure of Venezuelan President Maduro draws condemnation from home and abroad. ecns.cn The U.S. military operation that seized Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has drawn sharp criticism at home and abroad, fueling debate over its legality, compliance with international norms, and the future of the Venezuelan people.
(2026-01-05). Iran urges swift, unconditional release of Maduro. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) — "Nicolás Maduro, the President of Venezuela, must be released immediately and unconditionally," Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman says.
(2026-01-05). FM: China always opposes imposing one country's will on another. ecns.cn China always opposes the use of threat or force, as well as any imposition of one country's will on another, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Sunday in Beijing on Venezuela's situation.
(2026-01-05). U.S. faces domestic criticism over military operation in Venezuela. ecns.cn Democratic lawmakers have led much of the criticism, focusing on constitutional concerns and possible resource-driven motives. Senator Tim Kaine called it "an unauthorized military attack on Venezuela" that bypasses Congress, saying that he will force a Senate vote next week on a resolution to constrain the president's war powers. "President Trump's unauthorized military attack on Venezuela to arrest Maduro — however terrible he is — is a sickening return to a day when the United States asserted the right to dominate the internal political affairs of all nations in the Western Hemisphere," Kaine said.
(2026-01-05). National Mourning declared for fallen Cuban combatants in Venezuela. radiohc.cu MIGUEL DÂAZ-CANEL BERMàöDEZ, President of the Republic | I HEREBY STATE : That by virtue of the provisions of Article 125 of the Constitution of the Republic of Cuba and Article 24, paragraph x), of Law 136 "On the President and Vice President of the Republic of Cuba," of October 28, 2020, I have considered the following: | WHEREAS: Our people have learned with profound sorrow that during the criminal attack perpetrated by the government of the United States against the sister Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, carried out in the early morning of January 3, 2026, 32 Cubans lost their lives in combat, while se…
(2026-01-05). Outrage as US strikes Venezuela, takes President into custody. ummid.com The United States military early in the morning Saturday (January 03, 2026) conducted airstrikes on various locations in Venezuela and took into custody President Nicolas Maduro sparking a global outrage.
(2026-01-05). Iran is not Venezuela: Play with fire, get burned. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) — After the U.S. military strikes inside Venezuela early Saturday and the abduction of President Nicolás Maduro, Donald Trump appears convinced he can replay the same scenario in Iran.
(2026-01-05). 32 Cubans killed during US operation to capture Maduro. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) — Thirty-two Cubans died as a result of the US operation to kidnap Venezuela's legitimate president Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel announced.
(2026-01-05). Washington's mask slips over the seizure of Venezuela's president. ecns.cn The forcible removal of Venezuela's elected president Nicolás Maduro by the U.S. military, followed by Maduro's transfer across borders to face what is presented as a judicial process, is, in the 21st century, a tragedy for humanity and a grotesque parody of the international order. Whatever the charges, whatever the justifications offered, such an act signals a readiness to abandon all restraint.
(2026-01-05). 'Free our president', Maduro supporters demand at rally. ecns.cn Around 2,000 supporters of ousted Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro demonstrated Sunday in Caracas to demand that he and his wife, who were nabbed by US forces and taken to a New York jail, be released.
(2026-01-05). The Uncomfortable Truth Venezuela Crisis Reflects. ummid.com Venezuela's crisis reflects an uncomfortable truth of global politics: As long as the earth hides immense wealth beneath its surface, power struggles above it will rarely be peaceful.
(2026-01-05). Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro transported to Brooklyn detention center. ecns.cn According to U.S. media reports, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, who was taken into custody by the U.S. military, arrived in New York Saturday evening and was escorted by U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agents to the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn.
(2026-01-05). Declara Presidente de la República Duelo Nacional. cubadebate.cu MIGUEL DÂAZ-CANEL BERMàöDEZ, Presidente de la República.
| HAGO SABER: Que en virtud de lo dispuesto en los artículos 125 de la Constitución de la República de Cuba y el 24, inciso x), de la Ley 136 "Del Presidente y el Vicepresidente de la República de Cuba", del 28 de octubre de 2020, he considerado lo siguiente:
| POR CUANTO: Con profundo dolor nuestro pueblo ha conocido que durante el criminal ataque perpetrado por el gobierno de los Estados Unidos contra la hermana República Bolivariana de Venezuela, efectuado en la madrugada del 3 de enero de 2026, perdieron la vida en acciones combativas 3…
(2026-01-05). Venezuela ratifica vocación de paz y aspiración a vivir sin amenazas y en cooperación. cubadebate.cu En un mensaje de Venezuela al mundo y a Estados Unidos, la presidenta encargada Delcy Rodríguez reafirma la vocación de paz y la aspiración del país a "vivir sin amenazas externas, en un entorno de respeto y cooperación internacional". Sostiene que "la paz global se construye garantizando primero la paz de cada nación".
(2026-01-05). Informa Gobierno Revolucionario sobre combatientes caídos en cumplimiento de su deber en Venezuela. cubadebate.cu Como resultado del criminal ataque perpetrado por el gobierno de los Estados Unidos contra la hermana República Bolivariana de Venezuela, efectuado en la madrugada del 3 de enero de 2026, perdieron la vida en acciones combativas 32 cubanos, quienes cumplían misiones en representación de las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias y el Ministerio del Interior, a solicitud de órganos homólogos del país sudamericano.
(2026-01-05). Venezuela rinde homenaje a cubanos caídos en criminal ataque de Estados Unidos. cubadebate.cu "La República Bolivariana de Venezuela rinde homenaje a los 32 combatientes cubanos que ofrendaron su vida cumpliendo su deber", declara un comunicado del Gobierno de Caracas, que junto al pueblo venezolano extiende "un abrazo fraterno a las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias y a los familiares de los combatientes caídos".
(2026-01-05). Brasil, Chile, Colombia, México, Uruguay y España rechazan acciones militares de EEUU contra Venezuela. cubadebate.cu Brasil, Chile, Colombia, México, Uruguay y España rechazan las acciones militares ejecutadas unilateralmente contra Venezuela, que "contravienen principios fundamentales del derecho internacional, en particular la prohibición del uso y la amenaza de la fuerza, el respeto a la soberanía y a la integridad territorial".
(2026-01-05). Indian woman, 27, found dead inside boyfriend's flat in US, he likely fled to India. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A 26-year-old man, Arjun Sharma, is accused of killing his girlfriend in the United States before travelling to India after filing a missing person report with Howard County police. The county police are currently coordinating with US federal law enforcement agencies to trace and arrest him. | According to the police, Sharma lodged a complaint on January 2, stating that his girlfriend, 27-year-old Nikitha Godishala from Ellicott City, had been missing since New Year's Eve. He claimed he last saw her at his apartment on Twin Rivers Road in Columbia. Following the report, police immediately launched…
(2026-01-05). Policies and programmes involving youth- a priority item for the United Nations. onlineopinion.com.au A sweeping UN youth resolution promises empowerment, jobs and inclusion. But are governments prepared to turn lofty commitments into real opportunities for a generation at risk?
(2026-01-05). Himachal student (19) dies after ragging, sex assault in Dharamshala Govt College. ummid.com In a horrifying incident, a 19-year-old student died due to repeated sexual attacks, harassment and torture at Government Degree College Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh.
(2026-01-05). Why Al-Nassr vs Al-Ahli tonight is important for Ronaldo, The Big Yellow? ummid.com All set for Al-Nassr vs Al-Ahli Saudi SPL Group Match tonight (Friday January 02, 2026) at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, and here is why the match is important for Cristiano Ronaldo and The Big Yellow.
(2026-01-05). Tony Abbott's hypocrisy on immigration policy: What his time in office shows. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-05). CUET UG 2026: Registration starts, Last date January 31. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started online registration for Common University Entrance Test UG 2026 (CUET UG 2026) through its official website cuet.nta.nic.in from Saturday January 03, 2026.
(2026-01-05). Alert: CBSE 10th, 12th March 3, 2026 Papers Rescheduled. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has rescheduled the Class 10th and 12th Papers of the 2026 Board Exams to be held on March 03, 2026.
(2026-01-05). JEE Advanced 2026 Information Brochure Released. ummid.com The IIT Roorkee has published JEE Advanced 2026 Information Brochure detailing the registration start date, exam schedule, syllabus and other important details.
(2026-01-05). ROK President Lee Jae Myung begins his four-day state visit to China. ecns.cn President of the Republic of Korea (ROK) Lee Jae Myung arrived in Beijing on Sunday afternoon, beginning his first state visit to China since taking office.
(2026-01-05). AI has finger on pulse of healthcare advances. ecns.cn Song Jiayi, a 32-year-old white-collar worker in Beijing, usually goes to the gym after work. She likes running on a treadmill for more than an hour and attending various fitness classes with a focus on personal health and weight management.
(2026-01-05). Al-Hilal Replaces Ronlado's Al-Nassr as No 1 in SPL 25/26 Standings. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo-led Al Nassr has been replaced by Al Hilal as No 1 in the Saudi Pro League 2025-26 (SPL 25/26) latest standings released after the latter's convincing victory against Damac Sunday January 04, 2026.
(2026-01-05). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on January 5. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Monday, January 05.
(2026-01-05). Maharashtra Corporation Polls 2026: Over 70 elected unopposed. ummid.com Over 70 candidates of different political parties have been elected unopposed in the 29 Municipal Corporations of Maharashtra where polling is scheduled to be held on January 15, 2026.
(2026-01-05). PGCC forces hold joint military drill in Saudi Arabia. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) — Persian Gulf Cooperation Council forces have begun a major joint military exercise in Saudi Arabia aimed at strengthening collective defence and improving regional military coordination.
(2026-01-05). Dollar, euro losing ground in global monetary system. ecns.cn Even before the recent geopolitical tensions flared up, cracks had already started appearing in the global monetary system dominated by the US dollar. Much of that was due to the rise of China as an economic power, and consequently its currency, the renminbi, gradually making inroads into the global trading system, helped partly by Beijing's push for its internationalization.
(2026-01-05). Shopping campaign to unleash market potential. ecns.cn China's new pro-consumption drive will attract more inbound shoppers through a series of policy incentives, along with higher-quality products and services, anchoring growth more firmly in household spending nationwide, said government officials and business executives.
(2026-01-05). Ghalibaf warns against foreign-backed unrest. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) — Speaking before lawmakers, Iran's Parliament Speaker emphasized separating legitimate protesters from those connected to foreign intelligence services.
(2026-01-05). In Pictures: Jupiter fades as first Supermoon of 2026 brightens sky. ummid.com Jupiter looks faded and dim as the first Supermoon of the Year 2026 brightens the clear sky Saturday January 03, 2026.
(2026-01-05). Hazrat Zeynab (SA); Beacon of courage and voice of Karbala. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) — Hazrat Zeynab (SA), a symbol of courage and justice, played a vital role in Karbala and preserved Islam through her powerful sermons against oppression.
middleeasteye.net (2026-01-04). Israel is waging a reproductive genocide against Palestinian mothers in Gaza The systematic destruction of Gaza's maternity care has led to miscarriages, neonatal deaths and denied births, an issue largely absent from global gender-based violence campaigns
newslite.tv (2026-01-04). Trump's "peace" means war in 2026 Trump's radical new nationalist and neocolonial vision for the American empire in the second quarter of the 21st century now includes regime change in Caracas.
aljazeera.com (2026-01-05). Cuba says 32 Cuban fighters killed in US raids on Venezuela Cuba has announced the death of 32 of its citizens during the United States military operation to abduct and detain Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife in Caracas.
aljazeera.com (2026-01-05). Cuba says 32 Cuban fighters killed in US raids on Venezuela Cuba has announced the death of 32 of its citizens during the United States military operation to abduct and detain Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife in Caracas.
(2026-01-03). Emergency Milwaukee Protest January 3, 2026: No U.S. War On Venezuela! Return President Maduro and Spouse. wibailoutpeople.org EMERGENCY DAY OF ACTION: No war on Venezuela! Stop the bombings! Early this morning, Caracas was bombed following weeks of threats from Trump that a land invasion of Venezuela would begin soon. This could be the start of yet another war, based completely on lies. Over 70% of people in the United States oppose a …
(2026-01-05). The Two Films Bollywood Must Watch. ummid.com Both films centre Muslim women not as symbols, metaphors or ideological statements, but as protagonists negotiating deeply contemporary realities.
(2026-01-05). UNESCO adopts resolution to commemorate 100th anniversary of Chinese Gu Fangzhou's birth. ecns.cn The UNESCO has approved a resolution to include the centenary commemoration of Chinese medical scientist Gu Fangzhou among its official series of international memorial events at its 43rd General Assembly.
(2026-01-05). Zhang Kexin wins FIS Halfpipe silver in Calgary. ecns.cn China's Zhang Kexin delivered a strong performance to win silver in the women's halfpipe at the FIS Freeski World Cup in Calgary, Canada, while teammate Li Fanghui finished just off the podium in fourth place.
(2026-01-05). AISSEE 2026 Admit Card: Link, Steps to Download. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA), on behalf of Sainik School Society, is releasing on its website 'exams.nta.nic.in' the Admit Card and Hall Ticket of the candidates who have registered for the All India Sainik School Entrance Exam 2026-27 (AISSEE 2026).
(2026-01-05). Flint paper batteries enter production mode. ummid.com Flint, a Singapore-based deep tech company, Friday January 02, 2026 announced that its paper battery technology has entered production.
(2026-01-05). Initiative sets clear course for Yangtze. ecns.cn At the meeting point of the Yangtze River and Poyang Lake in Hukou county, Jiangxi province, a 16-member patrol team tirelessly navigates the waters and patrols the banks. Their mission is to protect the Yangtze finless porpoises and combat illegal fishing.
(2026-01-05). ROK leader begins state visit to China. ecns.cn President of the Republic of Korea Lee Jae-myung arrived in Beijing on Sunday afternoon, becoming the first head of state to visit China in the new year.
(2026-01-05). 2025 in Retrospect: Plight of Christians in India. ummid.com This year's attacks on Christians in India is yet another warning signal of the silence and double speak of the ruling dispensation.
(2026-01-05). China calls on the U.S. to release Maduro and wife at once. ecns.cn China expressed grave concern over the U.S. forcibly seizing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife and taking them out of the country, said a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson on Sunday.
(2026-01-05). Trump Rubio: Cuba, Mexico, Colombia Could Be Next. consortiumnews.com Jake Johnson reports on the Progressive International declaration: "The 'Trump corollary' to the Monroe Doctrine is the single greatest threat to peace and prosperity that the Americas confront today." By Jake Johnson Common Dreams U.S. President Donald Trump and top administration…
(2026-01-05). 10 things in 2025 that moved us closer to a better world. ummid.com I hope you can look back on 2025 as the year movements for peace and justice freed political prisoners, slowed the war machine, and helped turn the public against endless wars.
(2026-01-05). Xi extends condolences over Swiss fire disaster. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday extended condolences to President of the Swiss Confederation Guy Parmelin over a fire tragedy in Switzerland's Valais Canton.
(2026-01-05). Know about Holy Quran Zohran Mamdani used for swearing-in as NYC Mayor. ummid.com In a historic first, Zohran Mamdani took oath as the New Mayor of The New York City using Quran — The Holy Book of Muslims.
(2026-01-05). Meet Imran Baig's daughter, Aviva, who is engaged to Priyanka Gandhi's son. ummid.com Senior Congress leader and MP Priyanka Gandhi's son Raihan Vadra Monday December 29, 2025 announced his engagement with Aviva Baig, sparking a sudden interest in the Delhi based charming girl.
(2026-01-05). Al Ahli ends Al-Nassr's unbeaten run at Saudi Pro League 25/26. ummid.com In a tight match Friday night (January 02, 2026) 2015-16 SPL Champion, Al Ahli, defeated Al Nassr, ending the Cristiano Ronaldo-led Saudi football club's unbeaten run this season.
(2026-01-05). In Pictures: Traditional Architecture in Makkah al Mukarramah. ummid.com Traditional Makkah architecture is marked by local materials, natural ventilation, and designs that ensure privacy.
(2026-01-05). Trump says Ukraine did not target Putin residence, disputing Russian claim of drone attack. scmp.com US President Donald Trump on Sunday told reporters that US officials have determined that Ukraine did not target a residence belonging to Russian President Vladimir Putin in a drone attack last week, disputing Kremlin claims that Trump had initially greeted with deep concern. | Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov last week said Ukraine launched a wave of drones at Putin's state residence in the northwestern Novgorod region that the Russian defence systems were able to defeat. Lavrov also…
(2026-01-05). Lessons to learn from the brutal murder of Anjel Chakma. ummid.com The town of Dehradun, including India, has to search its conscience and decide how it can do right by Anjel Chakma and what can be done to inculcate greater inclusivity.
(2026-01-05). Muslim Newsmakers of 2025. ummid.com Team ummid.com looks back at the year that was, and chronicled below some of the Muslim Newsmakers of 2025.
(2026-01-05). India's Beef Debate is Not About Faith. ummid.com India's beef debate is about power, not faith — who eats well, who goes hungry, who trades, who profits, and who is punished.
(2026-01-05). Insilico signs US$888 million AI drug-development deal days after Hong Kong IPO. scmp.com Newly Hong Kong-listed biotech firm Insilico Medicine is expected to receive up to US$888 million from a French drug maker under a partnership using Insilico's proprietary artificial intelligence platform to discover and develop novel cancer drugs. | The deal comes just days after the US company's shares debuted following its initial public offering (IPO), which raised HK$2.28 billion (US$293 million) after the public portion was oversubscribed 1,427 times.
(2026-01-05). Can Donald Trump defeat Iran? en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) — As Donald Trump once again resorts to threats, pressure, and performative declarations of support for the Iranian people, a familiar question resurfaces in global discourse: Can Iran be defeated?
(2026-01-05). Let's hope 2026 is way better than last year. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-05). ROK President Lee Jae Myung arrives in Beijing for state visit. ecns.cn President of the Republic of Korea (ROK) Lee Jae Myung arrived in Beijing on Sunday for a four-day state visit to China.
(2026-01-05). Adoption of euro raises hope, fears in Bulgaria. ecns.cn In a dimly lit supermarket, an elderly man stood at the checkout counter, his gnarled hands rummaging through his wallet for familiar lev coins. When the cashier handed him shiny new euro coins in return, he examined them carefully, a mix of curiosity and apprehension etched across his face.
(2026-01-05). National railways carry 4.255 billion passenger trips in 2025. ecns.cn National railways carry 4.255 billion passenger trips in 2025, an increase of 4.2 percent year-on-year…
(2026-01-05). Is the Chinese presence in Congo Brazzaville a threat to 'first occupants' or a relief to them? globalvoices.org 
Local NGOs in the Congo say that Chinese companies do not respect the environment and Indigenous peoples' rights Global VoicesTropical forest around Sibiti, Lekoumou Department, Republic of the Congo. The Central African region, also known as the
(2026-01-05). New Year holiday drives travel peak. ecns.cn China's tourism market hit its first travel peak of the year during the three-day New Year holiday period starting Thursday, with a strong festive demand drawing both domestic and international travelers to destinations across the country.
(2026-01-05). Why Association of Chartered Accountants scrapped online exams. ummid.com In a move to combat cheating, UK based Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has announced to scrap online or remote (at-home) exams from March.
(2026-01-05). Whatever happened to 'Keeping the bastards honest'? onlineopinion.com.au Bondi, Anika Wells, and a Prime Minister caught misstating the facts. When Albanese spins, why does the press gallery look away?
(2026-01-05). Netanyahu backs Ben-Gvir allowing Jewish prayer at Temple Mount, denies status quo breach. haaretz.com The prime minister said policy changes led by the national security minister allowing Jewish prayer at the Al-Aqsa/Temple Mount compound were coordinated with him, dismissing warnings that the moves breach decades-old arrangements…
(2026-01-05). Trump Has Metaphorsed into Caligula. dissidentvoice.org Maduro isn't a gunrunner, they're in Rubio's backyard sniffing the product. He was betrayed. If you want the oil Donald, you'll have to invade, despite your bone spurs.
(2026-01-05). Guatemalan journalist found dead after family reported death threats. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-05). CPJ calls on FCC commission to recommit to independence. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-05). 2 Peruvian journalists targeted by gunfire within a week. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-05). CPJ, partners call for probe into attacks on Bangladesh news outlets. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-05). In Numbers: China sees 595 million inter-regional trips during New Year holiday. ecns.cn
(2026-01-05). Journalist John Kabamba missing after interviewing rebel in eastern DRC. instagram.com
(2026-01-05). In Numbers: China's railway mileage tops 165,000 km. ecns.cn
(2026-01-05). Jordanian journalist arrested on arrival, denied lawyer and family visits. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-05). Florida authorities drop charges against photojournalist following joint statement by CPJ, partners. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-05). From China—Europe cooperation to U.S. "Withdrawal" : An Oxford scholar says rebuilding trust is key to advancing global governance. ecns.cn
(2026-01-05). Serie Nacional: Vegueros vencen a Cachorros de Holguín y tienen medio pasaje a la postemporada. cubadebate.cu Los Vegueros vencieron este domingo 3-2 a los Cachorros de Holguín en partido pendiente y consiguieron medio pasaje a la postemporada de la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol. Los de Pinar del Río concluyeron el calendario clasificatorio con 40 victorias, sacando a Cienfuegos de la batalla por el último cupo a los playoffs.
(2026-01-04). Judge who blocked Trump Gaza deportations to oversee Maduro case. newarab.com 
A US federal judge who previously blocked attempts by the Judge Alvin Hellerstein, 92, halted efforts last September to remove protesters who had demonstrated against Israel's war on Gaza, ruling that the proposed deportations were unlawful. | Earli…
(2026-01-04). VIDEO: Israel blows up a residential block in al-Tuffah. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — Israeli forces blew up a residential block in the al-Tuffah neighborhood, east of Gaza City, in breach of the ceasefire.
(2026-01-04). For some Gazan women, beauty has become a link to their old selves. haaretz.com As women across the Strip focus on daily survival, they are increasingly returning to their old beauty rituals to rediscover a fragile sense of normalcy…
(2026-01-04). Netanyahu, Trump tout 'historic' summit, demand Hamas disarm | Iran | Venezuela. hindustantimes.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described a historic New Year's Eve summit with U.S. President Donald Trump, highlighting strengthened personal and strategic ties between Israel and the United States. Netanyahu said Trump was firm that Hamas must disarm as a core condition of his 20-point Gaza plan. The leaders also agreed on a zero-enrichment stance on Iran, backing the Iranian people's struggle amid growing unrest. Netanyahu expressed full support for the U.S. operation in Venezuela and praised American forces, while also outlining Israeli domestic security efforts in the Negev.
(2026-01-04). Israel launches deadly strikes in Gaza in new ceasefire violations. aljazeera.com The Israeli military continues to demolish structures in northern Gaza while also blocking the entry of aid.
(2026-01-04). Trump delays Gaza 'Peace Council' amid Maduro abduction. newarab.com 
The newspaper reported on Sunday, citing senior political officials, that the delay came after the abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, and their transfer to New York. | Despite…
(2026-01-04). Gaza death toll reaches 71,386 since Oct. 07: ministry. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — The Palestinian Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip has said that Israeli army has killed 71,386 Palestinian people in the enclave since the outbreak of war between Israel and Hamas on October 07, 2023.
(2026-01-04). Egypt to present Gaza technocratic committee names to PA. newarab.com 
(2026-01-04). Israel leads Eurovision 2026 betting odds as countries boycott contest over Gaza conduct. haaretz.com Israel's high ranking in the Eurovision betting sites, though neither its representative nor its song has yet been chosen for the competition, reflects the composition of this year's field and the country's placements in recent years, having placed in the top five over the past three contests…
(2026-01-04). Int'l aid groups grapple with impact of Israel's ban in Gaza. newarab.com 
(2026-01-04). Gaza: 3 Palestinians killed in latest Israeli ceasefire breach. newarab.com 
Three Palestinians, including a teenager, were killed by Israeli fire in various areas across the Gaza Strip on Sunday morning, in the Israeli army's latest violation of the ceasefire. | 15-year-old Alaa al-Din Muhammad Zuhair Asraf was killed by Israeli fire in the Jorat al-Lut area, south of Abdulrahman Abdel-Hadi Al-Qann, a 32-year-old
(2026-01-04). From 'Little Scientist' to plastic scavenger: Dreams lost to Israel's war on Gaza. tehrantimes.com Crammed in a tiny tent at a UN-run school in central Gaza City, Alaa Alzanin shelters with his wife, five children, his 71-year-old mother, and younger sister after losing their Beit Hanoon home.
(2026-01-04). What might the US do next after Venezuela? aljazeera.com There are legal concerns about the abduction of President Nicolas Maduro, but little Western criticism.
(2026-01-04). Who is Delcy Rodriguez, the woman appointed Venezuela's leader following Maduro's capture ? ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Venezuela's Supreme Court on Sunday ordered Vice President Delcy Rodriguez to take over as Interim President. This decision came a day after the United States carried out a rare military operation in Caracas and captured President Nicolas Maduro. | In its ruling, the court said Rodriguez would take charge to keep the government running smoothly and to protect the country's defence. The court added that it would continue discussions to decide the legal steps needed to manage the government and protect Venezuela's sovereignty during the president's forced absence. | Delcy Rodriguez, 56, is one of th…
(2026-01-04). UNSC to hold meeting on Venezuela on Monday. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — The UN Security Council is scheduled to hold a meeting over the recent developments in Venezuela on Monday.
(2026-01-04). World Beyond War: Global Day of Action NO U.S. WAR ON VENEZUELA! wibailoutpeople.org 
Global Day of Action in Solidarity with Venezuela: January 17 No War, No Overthrow, No Coup, No Sanctions! We are calling for an end to U.S. hostility toward Venezuela, including sanctions, threats, & war. U.S. pressure on Venezuela is escalating, risking another war for oil! Join us for a Global Day of Action on Saturday, …
(2026-01-04). Ex-US VP Harris lashes out at Trump actions on Venezuela. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — The former US vice president warned that the Trump administration's "irrational" act in kidnapping the Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro would create chaos that Americans would pay the price.
(2026-01-04). Spain in mass drives in support of Venezuela. plenglish.com Madrid, January 4 (Prensa Latina) Spain paused its usual activities amidst holidays and a cold snap to mobilize for Venezuela in rejection of US intervention and the imprisonment of Nicolas Maduro. Although there were some demonstrations last night in Bilbao, Zaragoza, Navarre, and Valencia, a large gathering took place this Sunday near the US Embassy in Madrid.
(2026-01-04). The Black Alliance for Peace Condemns U.S. Intervention in Venezuela and Stands with the Venezuelan People in Their Resistance to U.S. Imperialist War. wibailoutpeople.org The Black Alliance for Peace Condemns U.S. Intervention in Venezuela and Stands with the Venezuelan People in Their Resistance to U.S. Imperialist War January 3, 2026 — The Black Alliance for Peace (BAP) strongly condemns the international lawlessness of the neo-fascist U.S., the violent aggression and blatant attacks on the people(s)-centered human rights of Venezuelans, …
(2026-01-04). Who is Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodriguez, now leading the country? aljazeera.com Rodriguez has a long history of representing the socialist 'revolution' of late President Hugo Chavez.
(2026-01-04). 'It is a war crime': Philadelphia protesters condemn U.S. strikes in Venezuela, Maduro's capture. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? More than 100 people marched from Philadelphia City Hall to the U.S. Armed Forces recruitment center on Spring Garden Street on Saturday, protesting "Congress needs to take back its power," said David Gibson, co-director of Peace, Justice, Sustainability NOW! and one of th…
(2026-01-04). Iran reaffirms support for Venezuela after US attack. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — Tehran has reiterated its support for Venezuela as foreign ministers of the two countries discussed recent US aggression during a phone conversation.
(2026-01-04). US attack on Venezuela leaves dozens killed: Report. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — An American media outlet has reported that dozens of people were killed during the US military attack on Venezuela carried out on Saturday.
(2026-01-04). Regime Tweaking, Not Regime Change, Is What The US Just Achieved In Venezuela. thealtworld.com This refers to keeping the targeted state's power structure in place but after some (at times significant) changes that advance the meddling state's interests. | Some critics of
(2026-01-04). Speech by Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel at Saturday's Havana rally condemning U.S. aggression against Venezuela. radiohc.cu Miguel Díaz-Canel, President of Cuba, has condemned the military aggression perpetrated on Saturday, January 3rd, by the U.S. government against Venezuela and the kidnapping of his counterpart in that South American country, Nicolás Maduro Moros, as an act of state terrorism. | Díaz-Canel asserted that the armed action constitutes a criminal assault against Our America, as a Zone of Peace; a violation of the sovereignty of a nation that is a symbol of independence, dignity, and solidarity; and an unacceptable attack on International Law. | The threat is not only to Venezuela, but to all of humanity, and is based…
(2026-01-04). Might makes right: Israel embraces at its own peril. haaretz.com America's attempted takedown of Venezuela's leadership appears to many in Jerusalem — certainly within Netanyahu's orbit — as a straightforward win for Israel. Yet a world of cruel realism and naked power politics is dangerous for Israel in the long term…
(2026-01-04). US starts 2026 by bombing Venezuela and kidnapping its president, setting a tone of imperialist violence for the year. greenleft.org.au US starts 2026 by bombing Venezuela and kidnapping its president, setting a tone of imperialist violence for the year | Susan Price |
(2026-01-04). Uruguay reiterates rejection of US intervention in Venezuela. plenglish.com Montevideo, January 4 (Prensa Latina) The Uruguayan government reiterated its rejection of the United States' military intervention in Venezuela, according to a statement by President Yamandu Orsi following an extraordinary Council of Ministers meeting convened to address the issue.
(2026-01-04). Sunday 1/4: Emergency Protest: Hands Off Venezuela! indybay.org Mexican Heritage Plaza, 1700 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose…
(2026-01-04). Venezuela's oil, not alleged drug trafficking, caught Trump's eye. aljazeera.com Donald Trump now says he wants American companies to take over Venezuelan fields in order to extract and sell resources.
(2026-01-04). At least 40 people killed in U.S. attack on Venezuela: media. ecns.cn At least 40 people, including civilians and soldiers, were killed in a large-scale US military strike on Venezuela early Saturday morning, US media reported, citing a senior Venezuelan official.
(2026-01-04). Venezuela court taps VP Rodríguez as acting president after Maduro detained. hindustantimes.com Venezuela's Supreme Court ordered Vice President Delcy Rodríguez to assume the role of acting president on Saturday after President Nicolás Maduro was detained in a U.S. military operation. The Constitutional Chamber said the move is intended to ensure administrative continuity, the functioning of government, and the defense of national sovereignty. The court added it will further deliberate to determine the legal framework governing the president's forced absence.
(2026-01-04). Venezuelans divided after US attack and Maduro's abduction. aljazeera.com Venezuelans are divided between fear of ongoing US intervention and celebrating Maduro's removal.
(2026-01-04). Maduro in New York jail; Trump 'designating people' to be in charge of Venezuela. geo.tv 
A still image shows Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro being walked in custody down a hallway at the offices of the US Drug Enforcement Administration in New York City, US, January 3, 2026. — ReutersUS to run Venezuela until 'safe, proper, judicious transition': …
(2026-01-04). WBW Chapters Oppose Attack on Venezuela. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2026-01-04). China calls for immediate release of Maduro and his wife. plenglish.com Beijing, Jan 4 (Prensa Latina) China demanded the United States to release President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, and cease its attempts to subvert order in Venezuela.
(2026-01-04). Venezuela: U.S. Attack Seriously Violates International Law. fidh.org The FIDH and its member organizations in the Americas strongly condemn the attacks by the United States against the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and call on the international community to take action.
January 4, 2026 — The FIDH and its organizations in the Americas vehemently reject the military operations and bombings carried out by the United States on Venezuelan territory, which directly affect the civilian population and constitute an aggression against the sovereignty of peoples, (…) | – | /…
(2026-01-04). US Bombs Venezuela, Whereabouts Of President Maduro Unknown. popularresistance.org Explosions were reported at key military bases, civilian areas, and other sites across the Venezuelan capital of Caracas and surrounding areas in the early hours of Saturday, January 3. The Venezuelan government said in an official statement that the attack was perpetrated by the United States and constitutes a "grave military aggression" against "Venezuelan territory and population". | In a post on his Truth Social platform after the attack, Trump said that the Venezuelan president had been removed from the country by the US, with more details to come in a press conference in Mar-a-Lago at 11 am.
(2026-01-04). Trump's action in Venezuela sets a "very dangerous precedent" aljazeera.com "They're [China] working with other Latin American and Caribbean countries to say, This isn't right."
(2026-01-04). US releases first picture of captured Maduro after landing in New York; seen handcuffed, to face charges. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A new video has appeared showing Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro being led by US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) officers inside the agency's New York headquarters on Saturday. | Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were caught during a surprise early-morning operation by US special forces in Caracas, Venezuela's capital. Reports say the couple was asleep at their home inside the high-security Ft Tiuna military complex when the raid happened. | pic.twitter.com/34iIsFUDdG— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) (2026-01-04). Rome Protesters Demand Release of Venezuela's President After U.S Operation. thinktank.pk Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Rome to show support for Venezuela following a U.S. operation in Caracas that reportedly led to the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife. Protesters waved Venezuelan flags, called for Maduro's immediate release, and accused the United States of foreign interference and aggression. The events have sparked international reactions, …
(2026-01-04). Like with Iran, Trump launched a attack on Venezuela. haaretz.com The Saturday attack echoes a familiar pattern, especially for Israelis. The U.S. attack on the Iranian nuclear plant Fordow didn't involve the physical occupation of territory, and Trump's base won't accuse him of dragging the U.S. into another war…
(2026-01-04). Venezuela decries 'cowardly kidnapping' as officials back Maduro. aljazeera.com US secretary of state backtracks claims that the US will 'run' Venezuela, as Trump threatens country's acting president.
(2026-01-04). New York City's new mayor describes U.S. attack on Venezuela as a blatant pursuit of regime change. radiohc.cu New York City's newly sworn in Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he is following closely the US military capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, as well as their planned imprisonment in federal custody in the city. | In a post on X, Mamdani said that "unilaterally attacking a sovereign nation is an act of war and violation of federal and international law." He added that this blatant pursuit of regime change doesn't just affect people abroad; it directly impacts New Yorkers, including tens of thousands of Venezuelans who call the city home. | Mamdani stressed that he will focus on their safety and th…
(2026-01-04). Iran Embassy in Venezuela operating as usual: envoy. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — Iran's ambassador to Venezuela said the Iranian embassy in Caracas is fully operational and continues to carry out its duties without interruption after Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was kidnapped by the US.
(2026-01-04). US aggression on Venezuela sparks global protests. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Mass protests sweep the U.S., Canada and Europe against U.S. military aggression on Venezuela.
(2026-01-04). On The Ground in Caracas: Venezuelans Rally to Support Government in Face of Illegal Kidnapping of President. covertactionmagazine.com Caracas: Saturday, January 3rd: The situation in Venezuela is certainly not easy; we are under attack. And this is a higher stage of that war. The Venezuelan government was warned and prepared for this—that is, there was an awareness that this would happen at some point. What was not known, obviously, was when the U.S. …
(2026-01-04). China strongly condemns U.S. military strikes against Venezuela. ecns.cn China is deeply shocked by and strongly condemns the U.S.'s blatant use of force against a sovereign state and action against its president, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Saturday following U.S. military strikes against Venezuela.
(2026-01-04). US story behind Maduro's arrest — and the doubts surrounding it. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — The US has given a full report on the operation that led to the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife. It includes information about intelligence work that lasted for months and ended in a quick military raid near Caracas. The news led to strong criticism from the Venezuelan government and responses from countries around the world. | As tensions between the US and Venezuela rose, US officials say that intelligence agencies began closely watching Maduro in August, tracking his moves, his bodyguards, and the many places he lived. The goal of the monitoring phase was to map out…
(2026-01-04). Iranian MP rejects Trump warning, vows 'full force' if Iran is attacked. hindustantimes.com An Iranian lawmaker has dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump's warning of intervention if peaceful protesters are harmed during Iran's nationwide anti-government demonstrations. Vahid Ahmadi, a member of Iran's parliamentary National Security and Foreign Policy Committee, said Tehran is prepared to respond "with full force" to any miscalculation. He argued that domestic instability in the United States and Israel makes direct action unlikely. Commenting on Venezuela, Ahmadi reiterated Iran's stance that nations should determine their own future, calling recent U.S. actions a matter for the Venezuelan people.
(2026-01-04). Appleton, WI January 4, 2026: NO U.S. WAR ON VENEZUELA Protest. wibailoutpeople.org 
10: 30 A.M. 1/4/26 in Appleton, WI | Houdini Plaza | NO U.S. WAR ON VENEZUELA!
(2026-01-04). Jeffrey Sachs: U.S. Attacks Venezuela and Kidnaps President Maduro. dissidentvoice.org Prof. Jeffrey Sachs discusses the US invasion of Venezuela and the kidnapping of President Maduro.
(2026-01-04). Photo of Maduro bound and blindfolded posted by Trump sparks condemnation. aljazeera.com The image of abducted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro bound and blindfolded prompted shock and condemnation.
(2026-01-04). US Attacks Venezuela Abducts President In Illegal Operation. orinocotribune.com By Taroa Zúñiga Silva and Vijay Prashad — Jan 4, 2025 | A little after 2 a.m., Venezuela time, on January 3, 2026, in violation of Article 2 of the United Nations Charter, the United States began an attack on several sites in the country, including Caracas, the capital. Residents awoke to loud noises and flashes, as well as large helicopters in the sky. Videos began to appear on social media but without much context. Confusion and rumor flooded social media. | Within an hour, the sky was quiet. US President Donald Trump announced that his forces had conducted attacks on Venezuela and had seized President Nic…
(2026-01-04). Minsk urges UN member states' parliaments to condemn aggression against Venezuela. eng.belta.by On behalf of the Council of the Republic of the National Assembly of Belarus, Chairperson of the Council Natalya Kochanova condemned the armed aggression of the United States against the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.
(2026-01-04). Report: US Attack on Venezuela Killed at Least 40, Including Military Personnel and Civilians. news.antiwar.com The US attack on Venezuela early Saturday morning that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife killed at least 40 people, including military personnel and civilians, The New York Times has reported, citing an unnamed senior Venezuelan official. Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodriguez had said that the US attack killed …
(2026-01-04). Orinoco Tribune News and Analysis about Venezuela and World Events. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-04). Defying Trump, Venezuela VP Says 'We Will Never Again Be a Colony of Any Empire'. scheerpost.com By Jake Johnson for Common Dreams Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, who assumed the role of interim president following the US abduction of Nicolás Maduro, said in a televised address Saturday that "we will never again be a colony of any empire," defying the Trump administration's plan to indefinitely control Venezuela's government and exploit its vast oil reserves. "We …
(2026-01-04). Venezuelans reflect on Maduro's removal, grappling with hope and fear. aljazeera.com Nicolas Maduro's fall sparks celebration and anxiety among Venezuelans, raising questions about their nation's future.
(2026-01-04). Venal Reactions: US Allies Validate Maduro's Abduction. dissidentvoice.org 
On the surface, abducting a Head of State is a piratical act eschewed by States. A Head of State enjoys absolute immunity from foreign criminal jurisdiction, known as ratione personae, at least till the term of office concludes. The International Court of Justice was clear enough about this principle in the 2002 Arrest Warrant Case, …
(2026-01-04). Nicolas Maduro's blue sweater for sale. Here's how much it costs. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro has taken the internet by storm since Saturday morning after he was captured by U.S. special forces, known as American Delta Force soldiers, as announced by President Donald Trump on Truth Social.For hours, the fate of Maduro was unknown until President Trump shared the first photo of the leftist president seen handcuffed, dressed in grey sweatpants and wearing blackout goggles as he was being transferred to New York, the U.S.Trump said Venezuela's left-wing leader and his wife were held in a military operation carried out in conjunction with U.S. law enforcement.He…
(2026-01-04). Maduro's VP appointed interim president of Venezuela. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — A Venezuelan constitutional body has tasked the country's vice president with assuming presidential duties on an interim basis.
(2026-01-04). Maduro and wife arrive in New York to face U.S. charges. ecns.cn Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores arrived in New York on Saturday aboard a U.S. aircraft, landing at Stewart Air National Guard Base in Newburgh, following their capture in a large-scale U.S. military operation in Venezuela earlier in the day.
(2026-01-04). Thousands Take to the Streets of NYC to Demand the Return of President Nicolas Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores to Venezuela No U.S. Invasion/War on Venezuela! wibailoutpeople.org 
Photos: MB 1/3/26…
(2026-01-04). US Attack and Seizure of Venezuela's President Signal Illegal Regime Change, Experts Warn. truthout.org Amy Goodman and Juan González host breaking news coverage on U.S. forces attacking Venezuela and seizing Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. We speak to Venezuelan reporter Andreína Chávez in Caracas, as well as professors Miguel Tinker Salas and Alejandro Velasco. This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form. AMY GOODMAN: This is Democracy Now!, democracynow.org. I'… |
(2026-01-04). Venezuela: Supreme Court Directs Vice President Delcy Rodríguez to Assume Presidency of the Republic. orinocotribune.com On Saturday, in keeping with the line of succession specified in Venezuela's Constitution, the Constitutional Chamber of Venezuela's Supreme Court of Justice (TSJ) directed Vice President Delcy Rodríguez to "assume and exercise as acting president" all the powers, duties, and authorities inherent to the office of president of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela in order to ensure administrative continuity and the comprehensive defense of the nation. | In reading the Constitutional Chamber's decision, the president of the chamber, Tania D'Amelio Cardiet, listed the objective and legal arguments that led to the de…
(2026-01-04). They Kidnapped Maduro Because The World Is Ruled By Unaccountable Tyrants. dissidentvoice.org Well, Trump finally did it. US special forces attacked Venezuela and abducted President Maduro from Caracas, reportedly killing at least 40 people in the process. And now that it's all over, the White House is getting a lot more honest about the real motives behind its actions. After all those months of babbling about fentanyl and "narcoterrorism" and freedom …
(2026-01-04). Machado as pawn: Venezuela on Washington's imperial chessboard. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — María Corina Machado's role in Venezuela's crisis shows how powerful nations use local leaders for their own goals. For years she was seen as the face of the opposition, someone who could stand against Nicolás Maduro.
(2026-01-04). China Reacts to Venezuelan President's Arrest. moderndiplomacy.eu The American provocation against China came in the form of announcing the arrest of Venezuelan President "Nicolás Maduro" and his wife, less than 10 hours after Maduro met with Chinese President Xi Jinping's envoy in Venezuela. This timing was perhaps deliberate, as the US chose to announce the removal of Maduro's regime and send a …
(2026-01-04). CIA Played Instrumental Role in Maduro Kidnapping. covertactionmagazine.com The financial elite the CIA serves is now salivating over the prospects of U.S. corporations retaking control of Venezuela's oil industry The Trump administration welcomed the New Year by ordering a brazen Special Forces raid into Venezuela that resulted in the kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, who was brought to the U.S. to face …
(2026-01-04). Trump's Plan to Revive World's Largest Reserves Secure Western Energy Future. thinktank.pk Amid the chaos following President Donald Trump's audacious military operation to capture Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro on January 3, 2026, a golden opportunity emerges for the Western world. Venezuela, holder of the planet's largest proven oil reserves at a colossal 303 billion barrels—surpassing even Saudi Arabia's bounty—has long been crippled by systemic failures. With production …
(2026-01-04). We just witnessed power kidnapping the law. aljazeera.com The US attack on Venezuela and the abduction of its leader have no basis in law.
(2026-01-04). Cold War 2.0: How Washington Is Escalating an Imperial Strategy to Dominate Latin America. scheerpost.com Ben Norton Twitter: The US attack on Venezuela is part of a larger US imperialist assault on all of Latin America. This is the US empire's plan. It was spelled out clearly in the Trump administration's 2025 National Security Strategy. The US seeks to forcibly impose its hegemony in the entire western hemisphere, reviving the …
(2026-01-04). US attack on Venezuela 'clearly illegal' under UN charter, says former NZ prime minister Helen Clark. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ News There is no doubt that Donald Trump's attack on Venezuela was illegal, former prime minister and UN leader Helen Clark says. Over the weekend, the US attacked the Venezuelan capital Caracas and captured the South American nation's president and his wife, citing alleged drug offences. Nicolás Maduro is now being held in a…
(2026-01-04). Pal-Awda NY/NJ: 'Hands Off Venezuela!'. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-04). North Korea fires ballistic missiles, condemns US strikes on Venezuela. geo.tv 
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visiting a factory involved in making tactical guided weapons, at an undisclosed place in North Korea.— AFP Tokyo says ballistic missiles launched from 900 to 950 km to East Sea.Analysts say move a message to China not to boost ties with…
(2026-01-04). ´No subordinación ª, presidenta de México responde a amenaza de Trump. radiohc.cu La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, respondió este sábado a la amenaza que lanzó su homólogo estadounidense, Donald Trump, después del ataque aéreo sin precedentes contra Venezuela, destacan hoy medios locales de prensa. | ´Tenemos una muy buena relación en términos de la seguridad y otros temas con Estados Unidos. Hay comunicación, hay entendimiento en temas de seguridad ª, afirmó de acuerdo con el reporte del diario La Jornada. | ´Nosotros, como siempre lo hemos dicho: colaboración, coordinación, pero no subordinación ª, enfatizó en respuesta a la amenaza injerencista. | Horas desp…
(2026-01-04). Comunicado de Cuba por agresión de EE.UU. a Venezuela en ZBC Zimbabwe. radiohc.cu Cuba condenó la agresión militar de Estados Unidos contra Venezuela y exigió la liberación inmediata del presidente Nicolás Maduro, con ´absoluto apoyo y solidaridad ª al país sudamericano, indicó este domingo la cadena televisiva de Zimbabwe ZBC. | La principal corporación de televisión publicó el comunicado del Gobierno Revolucionario, con el rechazo enérgico a la violación criminal del derecho internacional y de la Carta de las Naciones Unidas. | ZBC destacó el apoyo de La Habana a la vicepresidenta ejecutiva de Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, y la exigencia de enfática de liberación inmediata por las a…
(2026-01-04). Celac se reúne hoy para abordar situación venezolana. radiohc.cu 
La Comunidad de Estados Latinoamericanos y Caribeños (Celac) está convocada este domingo a una reunión ministerial para abordar los ataques de Estados Unidos contra Venezuela y el secuestro del presidente Nicolás Maduro, afirmó la víspera Maria Laura da Rocha, ministra suplente del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Brasil. Maria Laura da Rocha, ministra suplente del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Brasil. (Foto: Prensa Latina) | A diferencia de otros foros internacionales, la comunidad no incluye a Estados Unidos ni Canadá, lo que la convierte en un espacio dedicado exclusivamente a la coordinación en…
(2026-01-04). Exigen liberación de Maduro y Cilia frente a centro de detención en Brooklyn. cubadebate.cu Una manifestación se llevó a cabo este sábado en el distrito de Brooklyn, en Nueva York, para exigir la liberación inmediata del presidente constitucional de Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, quien fue secuestrado junto a su esposa, la primera combatiente Cilia Flores, durante una operación ejecutada en la madrugada del sábado por fuerzas del Gobierno de Estados Unidos.
(2026-01-04). Trump's Teatro Yanqui del Absurdo. consortiumnews.com UPDATED: Donald Trump's Mar-al-Lago press conference announcing that the U.S. would "run" Venezuela was pure Yankee theater of the absurd, writes Joe Lauria. Updated with news of possible deal between U.S. and Venezuelan vice president to allow Maduro to be…
(2026-01-04). What we know about the US attacks on Venezuela. geo.tv 
A destroyed anti-aircraft unit at La Carlota military air base, after the US has struck Venezuela and captured its President Nicolas Maduro, in Caracas, Venezuela on January 3, 2026. —Reuters
(2026-01-04). IADL Condemns US Imperialist Aggression Against Venezuela! popularresistance.org The International Association of Democratic Lawyers (IADL) condemns in the strongest and most unequivocal terms the US bombing of Caracas as well as the attacks on Miranda, La Guaira and Aragua. We also express our outrage that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores have been kidnapped and removed from Venezuela by the US government. | These attacks constitute flagrant violations of several fundamental principles of international law, in particular Articles 1 and 2 of the UN Charter. Most seriously, they amount to a grave violation of Article 2(4), which requires States "to refrain in their…
(2026-01-04). US Launches Military Strikes Against Venezuela. popularresistance.org In the early hours of Saturday, January 3, blackouts, aircraft noise, and heavy explosions were heard throughout Caracas and in several other regions of Venezuela. In a statement released around 3 a.m., the Venezuelan government confirmed that the US government launched military strikes in Caracas, La Guaira, and Aragua state. After several hours of uncertainty and following US announcements, the kidnapping of the Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores was confirmed. | The Venezuelan statement, besides confirming the US military aggression, also informed the public that Venezuela is prepare…
(2026-01-04). Kurdish leader in Damascus for talks on military integration. newarab.com 
(2026-01-04). Rights group says 16 dead in Iran protests, government clashes. scmp.com At least 16 people have been killed ‚Äåduring a week of unrest in Iran, rights groups said on Sunday, as protests over soaring inflation spread ‚across the country, prompting violent clashes between demonstrators and security forces. | Deaths and arrests have been reported throughout the week both by state media and rights groups, though the numbers have differed. Reporters have not been able to verify the figures independently.
(2026-01-04). Mend pottery, narrative of 5,000 years of art, culture, life in desert. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ Pottery artifacts from the village of Mend with geometric and plant motifs, discovered in excavations conducted around Gonabad, indicate the advanced civilization of people of this region about 5,000 years ago.
(2026-01-04). thing that messed me up the most was seeing Now you can read the most important play on October 7. haaretz.com After a successful run in Tel Aviv, the script of "SHURA" is now available in book form. Plus, Nadav Lapid's movie "Yes!" finally hits theaters, and the Tel Aviv Museum of Art goes back to 1945…
(2026-01-04). New clashes in Iran as protests enter second week: rights groups. newarab.com 
New deadly clashes between At least 16 people including members of the security forces have been
(2026-01-04). CLAIM: Efficient method to capture carbon dioxide from the atmosphere developed. wattsupwiththat.com The CO2 captured by the compound can be released by heating the compound at 70‚ÄØ ∞C in 30 minutes. Clean CO2 is recovered and can be recycled.
(2026-01-04). RRB CEN 09/2025: Application starts on Jan 21 for 22,000 vacancies. ummid.com The Indian Railways has issued Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) notification void CEN 09/2025 to fill around 22,000 Group D Level -1 vacancies and posts.
(2026-01-04). Maduro arrest puzzle: Military operation or negotiated exit? en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — Was Nicolás Maduro arrested in a US military operation or quietly ushered out through a negotiated deal? Conflicting reports and opposition doubts are challenging Washington's narrative.
(2026-01-04). Updates: Government forces control multiple cities in southern Yemen. aljazeera.com Pro-government officials say they have regained control of the Wadi Hadramout region.
(2026-01-04). UK, France carry out airstrikes on ISIS site in Syria. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The British Ministry of Defence announced that London and Paris had carried out a joint attack overnight targeting an underground facility in Syria that the Islamic State had likely used to store weapons."Royal Air Force aircraft have completed successful strikes against Daesh [ISIS] in a joint operation with France," the ministry revealed in a statement, AFP reported.The statement added, "This facility had been occupied by Daesh, most likely to store weapons and explosives. The area around the facility is devoid of any civilian habitation."Britain further mentioned there was no indication the bombing…
(2026-01-04). Over 100 civilians killed as Sudanese forces clash over two Darfur towns. tehrantimes.com Attacks by Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and its paramilitary foes on two Darfur towns over the past week have killed 114 people, AFP reported Sunday, citing medical sources.
(2026-01-04). Armed rioter detained by Iran police in Dezful. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — An armed rioter was detained by Iranian Law Enforcement in the southwestern city of Dezful after engaging in an armed clash.
(2026-01-04). Ndong extends deal with Esteghlal: official. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Gabonese midfielder Didier Ibrahim Ndong has signed a new two-year contract with Esteghlal, the club's CEO Ali Tajernia confirmed on Tuesday.
(2026-01-04). Transport fleet moves 454m tons of cargo in 9 months. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's public road transport fleet moved 454.1 million tons of cargo nationwide from the start of the current Iranian year (late March 2025) through the end of the first nine months, marking a modest increase in freight activity, officials said.
(2026-01-04). The Coup at Home: The Unitary Executive and the Silencing of Dissent. indybay.org American democracy is currently facing a "coup" driven by the convergence of two authoritarian forces: the political "Unitary Executive" and the "Ultimate Media Mogul." On the political front, Steve Bannon's "Days of Thunder" strategy seeks to "deconstruct the administrative state" by removing the civil servants and regulations that historically check presidential power, effectively crowning the President as an unchecked CEO.
(2026-01-04). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 10:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-04). NUP Supporter Shot in Sironko! plusnews.ug 
National Unity Platform President Sentamu Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu has condemned the shooting of one of his supporters, identified as Dr. Hamza. Speaking at a rally at Masaba Secondary School playground in Masaba Sub County, Sironko District, Kyagulanyi said that Dr. Hamza was shot at close range by security forces and has been rushed to hospital. …
(2026-01-04). Can America win the new race for scientific leadership? independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | NANCY QIAN | As geopolitical tensions rise, competition for the cutting-edge science and talent that underpins advanced technology has heated up. The United States, China, and other major powers now regard leadership in areas like AI, semiconductors, quantum technologies, and biotechnology as central to military capability, economic security, and ideological influence. Little wonder, …
(2026-01-04). Museveni pledges second constituency for Buvuma, addresses key island issues. independent.co.ug 
Buvuma, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Museveni, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) presidential candidate, has made significant pledges for the development of Buvuma Island, including the establishment of a second constituency to better represent the district in Parliament. His remarks came during his campaign visit to the island on Saturday, where he addressed …
(2026-01-04). Central China city threading up success. ecns.cn From an epoch when 300,000 garment workers left their hometowns in search of opportunities in South China, to today's wave of skilled natives returning home to start businesses, Tianmen in Hubei province has rapidly risen as an unexpected contender in the apparel e-commerce industry.
(2026-01-04). Ardakan MP: Karbafi, a deep-rooted link between livelihood, culture, life of people. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN—Karbafi, a traditional Iranian weaving art, is not just an art or industry. It is a deep-rooted link between the livelihood, culture and life of the people of Ardakan, Yazd province.
(2004-01-26). Galaxy's Puig to miss 2026 MLS season. tribune.com.pk 
Spanish midfielder Riqui Puig will miss a second straight Major League Soccer season in 2026 after another surgery on his left knee, the Los Angeles Galaxy said Saturday. | Puig missed all of the 2026 campaign after tearing his left anterior cruciate ligament in the 2024 MLS Cup Western Conference final, missing the Galaxy's title-clinching victory in the MLS Cup final a week later. | The 26-year-old had returned to training with the Southern California club last autumn, but the Galaxy said Friday he'd suffered a setback. | "Riqui Puig has undergone a successful anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructive…
(2026-01-04). Swiss police identify all bodies after deadly New Year's Eve bar fire. aljazeera.com Officials are continuing efforts to identify the remaining casualties from the fire that killed 40 people.
(2026-01-04). Expert: Lukashenko and Putin are 'men of destiny'. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Lukashenko is a unique figure for Belarus, as well as Vladimir Putin for Russia. They are people of destiny, two leaders who emerged at a difficult time, as if they are messengers, philosopher Aleksandr Dugin said.
(2026-01-04). Frogs and left-wing terror. indybay.org Portland is by no means in a "war-like state" More like carnival than the dark side of the force. Bicycle demonstration in Portland against the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the threatened deployment of the National Guard, October 12. | All eyes in the United States are on the West Coast city of Portland Trump supporters across the country consider it a hotbed of "wokeness" and violent left-wing militancy.
(2026-01-04). Portugal's 11 presidential candidates debate migration, instability. scmp.com A record number of 11 candidates in Portugal's coming presidential election kicked off their campaigns on Sunday. | The official two-week campaign period preceding the January 18 election will see the contenders competing to capture voters' support. However, the broad field makes it unlikely that any candidate will capture more than 50 per cent of the vote, leaving the two top candidates to compete in a run-off ballot on February 8.
(2004-01-26). Arsenal extend lead at top of Premier League. tribune.com.pk 
Arsenal fought back from a goal down to beat Bournemouth 3-2 on Saturday and stretch their lead at the top of the Premier League as Aston Villa extended their winning run at home. | Goals from Gabriel Magalhaes and two from the returning Declan Rice sent the Gunners six points clear of second-placed Villa and seven ahead of Manchester City, in third spot. | Evanilson gave impressive Bournemouth the lead in the 10th minute on England's south coast, stroking home after an uncharacteristically sloppy pass from Gabriel. | But the Brazil defender made up for his error just five minutes later, converting after Noni…
(2026-01-04). Julieta Caldas: Luxury without Grandeur. newleftreview.org The experience of the Frieze Art Fair in London, as sibling events sprout in New York, LA, Seoul, Abu Dhabi, under the ownership of an entertainment mogul. Commercial logics on display in a glaring, idea-less space, where artists function as generators of speculative capital.
(2026-01-04). Iran, Afghanistan agree to boost rail freight capacity to 100,000 tons a month. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran and Afghanistan have agreed to deepen strategic cooperation in rail transport, with plans to raise monthly rail freight capacity between the two countries to 100,000 tons, Iranian officials said.
(2026-01-04). Greek flights restart after radio loss grinds airport operations to halt. aljazeera.com Air traffic was disrupted and there was no way to communicate with aircraft over the airspace, authorities said.
(2026-01-04). Spanish Empire: Sword and Cross. aljazeera.com How Spain conquered with armies and missionaries, fusing faith, force and gold into global dominance.
(2026-01-04). Numerous teenagers among the dead identified in Swiss bar blaze: police. geo.tv 
(2026-01-04). Prehistoric discoveries at Falak-ol-Aflak castle strengthen UNESCO bid. tehrantimes.com KHORRAMABAD — A major archaeological campaign at the historic mound of Falak-ol-Aflak castle has uncovered important evidence that rewrites the site's history, significantly strengthening Iran's proposal for its expansion on the UNESCO World Heritage list.
(2026-01-04). Saudi-backed Yemen govt accuses separatists of Aden restrictions. newarab.com 
The separatists denied having restricted movement into Aden, but the government accusations indicate that hostility between the sides persists despite proposals for a dialogue that had raised…
(2026-01-04). GATE 2026 Mock Test, Paper Schedule Released. ummid.com IIT Guwahati, the official authority to conduct Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2026, has released the GATE 2026 Paper Schedule and Mock Test on its official website gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
(2026-01-04). 114 killed in week of attacks in Sudan's Darfur: medical sources. newarab.com 
Attacks by Sudan's army and its paramilitary foes on two towns in the Since April 2023, Sudan has been gripped by a war between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which in October seized the army's last holdout position in Darfur. | The RSF has since pushed west to the
(2026-01-04). Will iPhone 18's release be postponed to 2027. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Apple company is undergoing significant changes to its devices' release schedule, with recent reports indicating that the standard version of the iPhone 18 might face a release delay. Some reports suggested that due to the changes in the American company, the iPhone 18 series, which is expected to be released in September 2026, could be postponed to 2027.According to MacRumors, a website specializing in Apple news, the launch of the standard iPhone 18 may be delayed until early 2027. This would mark the first time in the past decade that Apple has gone a full year without updating its smartphones.Apple…
(2026-01-04). Renowned opera singer Reza Fekri to perform with Fars Symphony Orchestra in Shiraz. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Renowned international opera singer Reza Fekri will perform the opera "Kherad" alongside the Fars Symphony Orchestra on January 10 and 11 in Shiraz.
(2026-01-04). Kidnapping sovereignty: When law of the jungle replaces global order. tehrantimes.com BEIRUT—The modern international system is built—at least in principle—on a foundational norm: the sovereignty of states.
(2026-01-04). Sunday 1/11: Pigeon First Aid. indybay.org 885 Market St, San Francisco, CA…
(2026-01-04). Fighting kills at least 80 separatists in Yemen. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Unrest and tension intensified in the past week in Yemen, leaving at least 80 Southern Transitional Council (STC) separatists killed amid fighting and strikes since Friday, AFP cited a military source in the Arab country.The source detailed that strikes and clashes between the Saudi-led coalition and UAE-backed separatist forces have left at least 80 killed and 152 injured among the separatists since Friday, a military source from the STC confirmed in a statement on Sunday to AFP.The official from the STC forces said, "Most of the fighters were killed in air strikes targeting military bases in the Khas…
(2004-01-26). Venus Williams still 'feeling the fire' ahead of Australian Open record. tribune.com.pk 
Seven-time major singles champion Venus Williams said Sunday she's still driven to play good tennis – and "it gives you great legs" – as she prepares for an Australian Open tilt at age 45. | Williams will become the oldest woman to play in the main draw at the season-opening Grand Slam after accepting a wildcard, five years after she last competed in Melbourne. | The American said she was unaware of the record she was poised to break, adding she didn't have the same intense approach to achieving milestones as in her prime. | However, her drive to succeed on court remained. | "I think one of my goals is to be j…
(2026-01-04). Another Nanjing massacre survivor dies, only 22 remain. ecns.cn One more survivor of the Nanjing Massacre has passed away, reducing the number of living registered survivors to 22, the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders said on Saturday.
(2026-01-04). Iranian women athletes emerge as a driving force. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – It is impossible to emphasize social health while ignoring or downplaying the role and status of women. In Iran, women, as the cornerstone of the family, play a fundamental and essential role in social vitality and family well-being.
(2026-01-04). Fajr festival highlights Iranian national identity in official poster. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN-…
(2026-01-04). Israel kills two people in new attack on southern Lebanon. aljazeera.com Israel claims the drone attack on a car targeted a Hezbollah member.
(2026-01-04). Nigeria vs Mozambique: AFCON 2025 — team news, start time and lineups. aljazeera.com Nigeria face Mozambique in a knockout clash as the tournament's most potent attackers chase their fourth title.
(2026-01-04). As Israel scrimps on funding for advanced research, Israeli academics face an international boycott alone. haaretz.com In its annual report, the Israel Academy of Sciences and Humanities noted that while most of the world's developed countries are spending more on academic research, Israel is spending less — and warned that this would have far-reaching consequences…
(2026-01-04). Shakuni Choudhary: A Lifetime in Service Celebrated. devdiscourse.com Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar honored veteran politician Shakuni Choudhary on his 90th birthday during a gathering attended by key political figures. Choudhary, a pillar in Bihar's political landscape and father of Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary, has served the state both as a minister and an army officer.
(2026-01-04). Saturday 1/17: 10th Anniversary Celebration of Salinas/Monterey Homeless Union. indybay.org National John Steinbeck Center | One Main Street | Salinas, CA | Donations: donorbox.org/10-year-anniversary-salinas……
(2026-01-04). Longtime Al Jazeera anchor and journalist Jamil Azar passes away. aljazeera.com Jamil Azar, 89, was the author of Al Jazeera's motto, 'The opinion and the other opinion'.
(2026-01-04). Tuesday 2/3: CHRISTIANS IN PALESTINE : In-Person Dialogue with Mother Agapia. indybay.org Palo Alto First Presbyterian Church | 1140 Cowper Street | Palo Alto, CA 94301…
(2026-01-04). My Belarus exhibition attracts over 80,000 visitors since opening. eng.belta.by More than 80,000 people have visited the My Belarus exhibition at the Minsk International Exhibition Center since its opening. The exhibition of the achievements of sovereign Belarus runs from 19 December to 23 February.
(2026-01-04). Far-right MK calls to ban Haaretz articles from high-school exams. haaretz.com Backed by his party's youth arm, MK and Knesset Education Committee chair Tzvi Succot is set to meet with education officials to push for the exclusion of Haaretz articles, particularly in grammar tests. The move follows the government's November resolution barring engagement with Haaretz…
(2026-01-04). In Defense of Useless Hobbies. fairobserver.com I heard a sound as of thunder, which I thought to be caused by a wave of the sea, and the trees rocked and the earth quaked, and I covered my face. And I found that a serpent was coming towards me. It was thirty cubits in length, and its beard was more than two…
(2026-01-04). Netanyahu's government a regime of 'lies and treason:' Moshe Ya'alon. tehrantimes.com Former Israeli war minister Moshe Ya'alon on Sunday placed full responsibility on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for October 7, calling it "the most dangerous crisis in our history."
(2026-01-04). Saturday 2/7: Strike Debt Bay Area Book Group: A Paradise Built in Hell. indybay.org Email strike.debt.bay.area@gmail.com a few days beforehand for the online invite. All are welcome!
(2026-01-04). Former world boxing champion Tyson Fury comes out of retirement again. aljazeera.com 'Been away for a while but I'm back now, 37 years old and still punching,' Fury said in a post announcing his return.
(2026-01-04). Iran: Narges Mohammadi, several other human rights defenders arbitrarily arrested in massive crackdown. fidh.org More than 50 people were arrested, including five women human rights defenders, while they were taking part in a memorial ceremony honouring a recently deceased fellow human rights defender. The Observatory (FIDH-OMCT) and the League for the Defence of Human Rights in Iran (LDDHI) strongly condemn these new arrests and call on the Iranian authorities to immediately and unconditionally release all those arbitrarily detained, including human rights defenders.
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(2026-01-04). Yemen: 80 STC separatists killed in fighting since Friday. newarab.com 
At least 80 troops from At least 152 members of the UAE-backed STC forces were wounded and 130 were taken captive, the official said, giving a preliminary toll of casualties since the start of the operation. | Saudi-backed forces began on <...
(2026-01-04). Hajj 2026 4th Waiting List of 1,259 Pilgrims, Payment Details Released. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India has released the fourth waiting list for Hajj 2026, asking 1,259 pilgrims to confirm their seats by depositing the payment before January 08, 2026.
(2026-01-04). Palestinian man sentenced to life after gruesome stabbing murder of elderly Israeli. haaretz.com The killer, Ibrahim Shalhub, told investigators he carried out the killing of 83-year-old Lyudmila Liposvky in an attempt to clear his name and that of his family after aiding the Shin Bet security services. Shalhub will also pay 258,000 shekels in compensation to the victim's estate…
(2026-01-04). Israeli police kill Palestinian Bedouin man during raid in Negev. newarab.com 
Israeli police shot and killed a Palestinian The shooting of 36-year-old Muhammed Hussein Tarabin threatened to worsen the already strained relations between Israeli police have been conducting a large-scale operation in the vill…
(2026-01-04). Saturday 1/3: Virtual screening of the film. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HfI5……
(2026-01-04). 'The hardest stories of my career': Eismont on tragic reports. eng.belta.by In the documentary "70 years with you! Anniversary of Belarusian Television", Chairman of the National State Television and Radio Company Ivan Eismont spoke about his most memorable shoots.
(2026-01-04). Manufacturing Nuclear Consent. counterpunch.org Leslie Groves press conference. Still from "Bombshell." Courtesy PBS. Leslie Groves press conference. Still from "Bombshell." Courtesy PBS. Leslie Groves press conference. Still from "Bombshell." Courtesy PBS. Leslie Groves press conference. Still from "Bombshell." Courtesy PBS. Leslie Groves press conference. Still from "Bombshell." Courtesy PBS. Leslie Groves press conference. Still from "Bombshell." Courtesy PBS. Leslie […] | To read this article, log in
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(2026-01-04). Palestinian journalist at risk of imminent death in Israeli jail. newarab.com 
Journalist Ali Samoudi's life is at risk and could die imminently in The press syndicate said that The syndicate called the…
(2026-01-04). Friday 1/9: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-01-04). What's ahead for Colombia Reports. colombiareports.com Dear patron / subscriber, The coming year could become one of the most interesting in the almost 18-year history of Colombia Reports. In March, Colombia will take to the polls to elect a new Congress, and presidential elections are set to be held in May and June. For the first time since formal decolonization, the …
(2026-01-04). Cameroon edge South Africa 2-1 to book AFCON quarterfinal with Morocco. aljazeera.com Indomitable Lions score goal in each half and survive late fightback from Bafana Bafana to set up clash with hosts.
(2026-01-04). Nic Johnson: What The Thunder Said. newleftreview.org Nic Johnson on Melinda Cooper, Counterrevolution. Neoliberalism as programme to head off the radical potential of the Keynesian state.
(2026-01-04). Isfahan inaugurates 'Merchants Passage' linking heritage and commerce. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The historic city of Isfahan has inaugurated a new urban landmark known as the "Merchants Passage," a cultural and economic corridor aimed at highlighting the role of trade and merchants in Iran's development.
(2026-01-04). Lukashenko sends Independence Day greetings to Myanmar. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko congratulated Acting President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, Chairman of the State Security and Peace Commission Min Aung Hlaing and all citizens of Myanmar on Independence Day.
(2026-01-04). Over 2,000 individuals benefited from IRCS rescue services. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Over the past three days, the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) provided rescue services to 2,398 people affected by the snowstorms across 20 provinces of the country, according to an official with the IRCS.
(2026-01-04). Netanyahu suggests Iran protests at turning point as people fate into their own. haaretz.com Speaking at a cabinet meeting, the prime minister said that Israel 'identifies with the struggle of the Iranians, with their aspirations for freedom, liberty and justice,' adding that he discussed the protests with U.S. President Donald Trump during his Florida visit last week…
(2026-01-04). Grey Anderson: Primacy's Calculus. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Edward Luce, Zbig. Biography of Brzezinski, updating the American strategist and Russia hawk for present needs.
(2026-01-04). Suzanne Landau is stepping down as director, leaving the Israel Museum without a named successor. haaretz.com Appointed interim director in 2023, the 80-year-old Landau will depart before a successor is named; the museum says the search for a new CEO is in advanced stages…
(2026-01-04). Brest enterprises produce $36m worth of import-substitution goods in 2025. eng.belta.by Companies in Brest manufacture a wide range of products to replace imported goods. In 2025, several new projects were launched.
(2026-01-04). Trump's gift-wrapped Maduro package has done the world a favour revealing what a lie US foreign policy really is. asiapacificreport.nz Kidnap, murder, torture, brutality, subversion, treachery, and barbarism, writes Adrian Blackburn reflecting on US President Donald Trump's New Year present to the world. COMMENTARY: By Adrian Blackburn Blatantly, boastfully, bullyingly, shamelessly, Trump overnight threw open to the world's eyes the cruel reality of US foreign policy. He has brought out from the shadows the ugly…
(2026-01-04). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on January 4. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Sunday, January 04.
(2026-01-04). 'They tried to push Trump to pressure Russia.' Expert on unfulfilled expectations of Kiev, Europe. eng.belta.by European leaders and Vladimir Zelensky attempted to convince U.S. President Donald Trump to put pressure on Russia, but that plan failed, political analyst, military expert, and former Israeli statesman Yakov Kedmi said.
(2026-01-04). Sudan's El-Obeid suffering from power outage following strikes. newarab.com 
The power supply was cut on Sunday following drone strikes in the Sudanese city of Since April 2023, Sudan has been gripped by a war between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), with
(2026-01-04). Woman wins AED30 million in massive Big Ticket Abu Dhabi draw. geo.tv 
The winning number for the AED30 million in the Big Ticket Abu Dhabi draw is revealed. — Screengrab via YouTube/Big Ticket Abu DhabiIn one of the UAE's biggest lottery wins, Anna Lee Gayongan, a Filipino expat living in Dubai, scooped an incredible AED30 million in the Big…
(2026-01-04). Recognizing pieces of the puzzle. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Siasat-e-Rooz analyzed ongoing protests in Iran, arguing that they are being orchestrated by hostile forces. It wrote: The recent developments in Iran and the world highlight a crucial principle—insight into the puzzle designed by the enemy.
(2026-01-04). LIVE: South Africa vs Cameroon — AFCON 2025. aljazeera.com Follow the build-up, analysis and live text commentary of the game as South Africa face Cameroon in a last-16 showdown.
(2026-01-04). Smart cities: a way to reduce traffic and air pollution. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – In recent years, with the increase in urban population and the rapid growth of private cars, the issue of traffic and air pollution has become one of the main challenges of urban management in Iran and the world. Statistics show that the transportation sector makes a significant contribution to the emission of pollutants; in some metropolises, more than 70 percent of air pollution is caused by vehicle traffic.
(2026-01-04). France, UK attack underground ISIL weapons store in Syria. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — British and French aircraft have carried out a joint strike on an underground facility in Syria that had been occupied by ISIL, the UK Ministry of Defence has said.
(2026-01-04). CUET 2026: NTA Releases Registration Guideline, Syllabus. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the guidelines for registration, syllabus and online application process for the candidates planning to appear in the Common University Entrance Test or CUET 2026 (UG).
(2026-01-04). Kazakhstan: Physical attacks and judicial harassment of LGBTQIA+ defenders Temirlan Baimash, Ardzh Tursynkhan, and Zhanar Sekerbayeva. fidh.org At the end of November 2025, unidentified individuals and state authorities physically attacked Kazakhstani LGBTQIA+ defenders Temirlan Baimash, Ardzh Tursynkhan, and Zhanar Sekerbayeva. The three defenders were subsequently arbitrarily arrested and subjected to judicial harassment. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (OMCT-FIDH) condemns the repeated acts of physical and verbal violence, intimidation, and arbitrary detention targeting LGBTQIA+ human rights defenders (…) | – |
(2026-01-04). Somali intelligence claims death of senior Shabaab leader. longwarjournal.org Somali authorities have announced the death of Abdullahi Osman, better known as Engineer Ismail, one of Shabaab's most senior leaders. Osman was believed to be responsible for overseeing the group's explosive engineering and its vast media apparatus. Shabaab has yet to comment on his alleged death.
(2026-01-04). Saturday 1/10: Increase habitat for wild things, raise wages for humans: the walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-01-04). Kurdish divisions deepen as Iraq presidency deadline approaches. newarab.com 
Intensifying political After being elected by parliament, the president is required to mandate the nominee o…
(2026-01-04). Wednesday 1/7: Reject Alameda Health System Layoffs. indybay.org Highland Hospital, 3rd floor conference room (by cafeteria)…
(2026-01-04). China Must Quickly Change as Its Foreign Tax Money Shifts. fairobserver.com In an era of geoeconomic fragmentation, tax and investment policies become deeply intertwined as instruments of economic statecraft. Interestingly, this era has spurred a significant rise in discourse surrounding the nexus of tax, trade and investment. Since 2021, the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), an international coalition of trading partners, has been working…
(2026-01-04). Over 33,000 saplings to be planted in Tehran national park. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — With the public participation, more than 33,000 saplings will be planted in Sorkhe Hesar National Park, east of Tehran.
(2026-01-04). Enemy has focused on creating insecurity to make up for loss. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — Chief of staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi says that the United States and the Israeli regime has focused on insecurity in the country after their defeat in 12-day war in June, 2025.
(2026-01-04). The Revolutionary Guards and the Making of Iran's Iraq Policy. moderndiplomacy.eu Iran's policy toward Iraq since the 2003 US invasion has been shaped far more by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps than by Iran's civilian diplomats. Under Khamenei's rule the IRGC became the regime's powerhouse. Mohsen Sazegara, an exiled Iranian dissident who helped found the IRGC, describes the Guard as "a very strange and unique organization, …
(2026-01-04). Chinese icebreaker Xuelong heads to New Zealand after operations at Qinling Station. ecns.cn China's polar icebreaker Xuelong, currently on the country's 42nd Antarctic scientific expedition, set sail for Lyttelton Port in New Zealand on Saturday after completing its tasks at Qinling Station.
(2026-01-04). Iran government triples subsidies to meet people's needs. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — After the recent fall in the value of Iranian currency the rial which triggered some protests at Tehran's bazaar, the government of President Pezeshkian decided to increase subsidies to the vast majority of Iranian people.
(2026-01-04). Mural at Palestine Square in Tehran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — "Watch out for your soldiers" reads a new mural depicted at the Palestine Roundabout in downtown Tehran.
(2026-01-04). Ben-Gvir pledges for police after Arab Israeli killed in raid on Bedouin village. haaretz.com Residents of Tarabin said that Mohammed Hussein Tarabin al-Sana, 35, a father of six, was shot dead in front of his family without any confrontation. 'The moment he opened the door, they shot him,' his cousin said. 'It was murder in every sense'…
(2026-01-04). Presidente uzbeko envía felicitación al pueblo cubano. radiohc.cu El presidente uzbeko, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, felicitó a su par de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel y al pueblo cubano, con motivo de su fiesta nacional, comunicó este domingo el embajador del país caribeño en Uzbekistán, Carlos Valdés. | El diplomático, quien es concurrente desde Bakú, refirió a Prensa Latina que en su mensaje de felicitación Mirziyoyev trasladó de todo corazón al mandatario cubano y a su pueblo sus más sinceras felicitaciones y expresó los mejores deseos con motivo de la fiesta nacional de la República de Cuba: el Día de la Liberación. | "Estoy convencido de que los vínculos prácticos de cooperación entre n…
(2026-01-04). La CIA estuvo involucrada en el tráfico de cocaína en América Latina. cubadebate.cu Las acusaciones en los 80, durante el apoyo encubierto de la administración de Reagan a los Contras nicaragàºenses, vincularon a agentes respaldados por la CIA con el tráfico de cocaína utilizado para financiar los esfuerzos anticomunistas. Las alianzas con actores poco recomendables en regiones con alto tráfico de drogas suelen resultar en integridad comprometida.
(2026-01-04). "La tierra de Bolívar es sagrada, y un ataque a sus hijos es un ataque a todos los hijos dignos de nuestra América" cubadebate.cu Cuba condena y denuncia esas acciones como un acto de terrorismo de Estado; un asalto criminal contra nuestra América, Zona de Paz; una violación de la soberanía de una nación que es símbolo de independencia, dignidad y solidaridad, y un ataque inaceptable al Derecho Internacional. °No, señores imperialistas, este no es su patio trasero, ni territorio en disputa!.
(2026-01-04). Barcelona sigue ganando en la Liga española de fútbol. cubadebate.cu Barcelona venció hoy en los compases finales 2-0 a Espanyol en el tradicional derby catalán de la Liga española de fútbol. Fue un choque en el que brillaron los porteros de ambos bandos, hasta que Dani Olmo al minuto 86 rompió el hechizo y el polaco Robert Lewandowski sumó al 90, y los blaugranas se mantienen primeros.
(2026-01-04). "La tierra de Bolívar es sagrada, y un ataque a sus hijos es un ataque a todos los hijos dignos de nuestra América" cubadebate.cu Cuba condena y denuncia esas acciones como un acto de terrorismo de Estado; un asalto criminal contra nuestra América, Zona de Paz; una violación de la soberanía de una nación que es símbolo de independencia, dignidad y solidaridad, y un ataque inaceptable al Derecho Internacional. °No, señores imperialistas, este no es su patio trasero, ni territorio en disputa!.
(2026-01-04). first poop influencer is grading what rather not discuss. haaretz.com From upscale Tel Aviv restaurants to El Al flights, Yoel Darwish ranks Israel's public bathrooms — and the internet can't look away…
(2004-01-26). Pakistan triumph at El Paso Junior Open. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's promising junior tennis players, Shayan Afridi and Rashid Ali, delivered an outstanding performance to secure the El Paso Junior Open Doubles Title at the El Paso Tennis Club in Texas, USA. | The two young players are currently in the United States and recently competed in the highly regarded Junior Orange Bowl International Tennis Championship in Miami during the second week of December. Entry into the main draw of this prestigious tournament is considered a major milestone, as it attracts the finest junior talent from around the world. | After the conclusion of the Orange Bowl Championship, the Pa…
(2026-01-04). Finland seizes Russian-linked ship 'Fitburg' over alleged Baltic cable sabotage. hindustantimes.com Finland released a dramatic video showing its border guard boarding and seizing the Russian-linked cargo ship Fitburg in the Baltic Sea, accusing the vessel of sabotaging an undersea telecom cable connecting Finland and Estonia. The 132-meter ship, en route from St. Petersburg to Haifa with Russian steel under EU sanctions, allegedly dragged its anchor in Finland's exclusive economic zone, severing key communications infrastructure on December 31. Authorities detained all 14 crew members, arresting two, and launched probes into aggravated criminal damage and violations of EU sanctions. Watch for more…
(2004-01-26). Olmo, Lewandowski grab Barca late victory. tribune.com.pk 
Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski's late strikes helped Barcelona snatch a 2-0 win at Espanyol on Saturday to move seven points clear at the top of La Liga. | The champions were largely outplayed by their city rivals and had goalkeeper Joan Garcia to thank for keeping them afloat in the derby clash against his former side before Olmo curled home in the 86th minute. | Fermin Lopez created Olmo's goal before laying the second on a plate for Lewandowski as Barca claimed a ninth consecutive league victory and ended Espanyol's own run of five wins in a row. | Manolo Gonzalez's side, fifth, deserved at least a point…