(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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). '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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). In Numbers: China's railway mileage tops 165,000 km. ecns.cn
(2026-01-05). In Numbers: China sees 595 million inter-regional trips during New Year holiday. 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). 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). 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). 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). "Game Over Israel" : Red card pressure to hunt down Gaza genocide perpetrators. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Ashish Prashar is a political strategist, believes that if Israel were removed from football, it would send an "unmistakable global message" that genocide which has been happening in Gaza for more than two years is unacceptable.
(2026-01-04). Saturday 1/3: Shadows of Gaza: Stories I Let Die. indybay.org 2005 Wharf Road | Capitola, CA 95010…
(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.
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.
(2026-01-04). Israel kills at least 232 fisherman in Gaza since start of war. newarab.com 
Despite the ceasefire in place since October, Israeli forces on Sunday targeted fishermen in the sea off Khan Younis in the south of the enclave. | According to The New Arab's sister publication, Al-Araby Al-Jadeed, Israeli gunboat…
(2026-01-04). Egypt to present Gaza technocratic committee names to PA. newarab.com 
(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). 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). playground: how U.S. intervention in Venezuela and Iran is shaping a new world order. haaretz.com The American president has upended…
(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). Venezuela's Revolution Remains Intact—International and Domestic Demonstrations Demand Return of Abducted President. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( State institutions reaffirm Constitutional ord…
(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). 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). Venezuelans Say They Will Continue to Resist in the Face of Trump's Aggression. 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). 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). Saturday 1/3: Stop the Bombings – NO WAR ON VENEZUELA! indybay.org Meet at Powell and Market, San Francisco…
(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). Top 5 Mistakes Bush made in Iraq that Trump is making in Venezuela. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — | 1. Violation of the UN Charter and the International laws of war | The Trump administration attacked Venezuela and abducted dictator Nicolas Maduro without the slightest justification in international law. The UN Charter forbids war except under two circumstances, self-defense or the designation of a country as a danger to international order by the UN Security Council. Venezuela had not militarily attacked the US. The UNSC had not called for international action against Maduro. This situation differs from that in Libya in 2011, when the UNSC did designate Moammar Gaddafi a w…
(2026-01-04). "We're Going to Run the Country:" Preparing an Illegal Occupation in Venezuela. progressivehub.net MICHELLE ELLNER | CODEPINK…
(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). 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.
(2026-01-04). Cubans in Ecuador condemn US aggression against Venezuela. plenglish.com Quito, January 4 (Prensa Latina) The Association of Cuban Residents in Ecuador (ACURE) questioned the legality of the United States' military aggression against Venezuela and warned about the implications such actions have for the sovereignty of states.
(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). India Voices Concern Over US Military Action in Venezuela. devdiscourse.com India has expressed serious concern following the recent developments in Venezuela, after the United States captured President Nicolas Maduro and his wife in a military operation. As the situation evolves, New Delhi is observing closely and reiterating its support for the well-being of Venezuelans.
(2026-01-04). Pete Hegseth calls Maduro's fall 'sheer guts & glory' after US operation; 'He f****d around…'. hindustantimes.com In this powerful commentary, Pete Hegseth reflects on Nicolás Maduro's leadership in Venezuela and compares it to the political situation in Iran. With bold statements, he discusses how both countries had their chance but failed to change their actions, facing consequences. Hegseth praises the bravery and precision of the American military during a historic operation, emphasizing the grit and glory of the American warrior. Tune in for an insightful and hard-hitting analysis of international politics, American military power, and leadership challenges on the world stage.
(2026-01-04). Trump says Maduro, his wife, captured, taken out of Venezuela. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump said Saturday in a Truth Social post that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife were captured and flown out of Venezuela.
(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). 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). Sunday 1/4: Emergency Protest: Hands Off Venezuela! indybay.org Mexican Heritage Plaza, 1700 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose…
(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). Venezuela's interim govt says it remains united behind Maduro after his US capture. geo.tv 
Venezuela's interim leader and Oil Minister Delcy Rodriguez addresses the media in Caracas, Venezuela.— Reuters/FileRubio says "premature" to talk of new polls for Venezuela.Streets quiet amid anxiety over next developments.Vice president takes over country as interim…
(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). 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). 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). No War in Venezuela Coalition Calls for Continuing Actions. afgj.org 
The coalition of organizations that came together around the No War on Venezuela, No Troops in Our Streets Week of Actions in November is calling for continued actions against the war. Please continue to follow the following sites for developing information: unac.notowar.net/ linktr.ee/handsoffvenezuela afgj.org/ PLEASE ADD YOUR NAME TO THIS SIGN ON LETTER AGAINST WAR…
(2026-01-04). Trump: US oil firms to head into Venezuela after Maduro capture. newarab.com 
(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). Orinoco Tribune News and Analysis about Venezuela and World Events. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-04). Decoding Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro's post-arrest, blindfolded image shared by Trump. geo.tv 
(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). 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). 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). Chinese academician warns of US intentions in Venezuela. plenglish.com Beijing, January 4 (Prensa Latina) The kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by the United States is considered a violation of international law that serves Washington's strategic objectives in the region.
(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). 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). 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). 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). Unseen footage of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro leaked. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The United States announced the capture of Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro after a large-scale attack on the capital, Caracas.U.S. President Donald Trump announced the capture of Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, in an operation that was carried out by elite American special forces, U.S. Delta Force.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. JUST IN: First photos and video of Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro have been released following his capture. | In one photo, Maduro was seen giving a double t…
(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). 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). 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). China strongly condemns U.S. strikes on Venezuela. ecns.cn China is‚deeply‚shocked by and strongly condemns the United States blatant use of force against a sovereign state and action against‚its president, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Saturday following U.S. military strikes against Venezuela.
(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). US Begins the Installation of an "Oil-garchy" in Venezuela. indybay.org Venezuelan President Maduro's kidnapping by the US military in Caracas brought anti-war activists out in protest at the White House to challenge the illegal act of war.
(2026-01-04). 3 lies we're being told about Venezuela. liberationnews.org 
Hand in hand with the billionaire-owned mainstream media, the U.S. government is spreading dangerous lies to justify a military invasion of Venezuela with our tax dollars.
(2026-01-04). U.S. move against Venezuela sparks condemnation, concerns worldwide. independent.co.ug 
BEIJING, CHINA | Xinhua | The U.S. military strike against Venezuela and capture of its president, Nicolas Maduro, has shocked the international community, triggering a steady stream of condemnation and serious concerns worldwide. On Saturday, the United States, as said by U.S. President Donald Trump on his Truth Social, "carried out a large scale strike …
(2026-01-04). Saturday 1/3: the Deal with Venezuela? indybay.org The Starry Plough Pub | 3101 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705 | also online: Please register in advance at | bit.ly/SSS-Venezuela | to receive your personal link to participate in this event online…
(2026-01-04). First statements regarding the US attack on Venezuela. unitedworldint.com Russia condemns the attack, while the European Union offers "diplomatic" support to the US. Statements have been issued from Russia and the European Union regarding the US attack on Venezuela. Russia condemned the attacks, while the European Union "diplomatically" and tacitly supported the US attacks. Russia condemns the attacks The Russian Foreign Ministry issued the …
(2026-01-04). US' Raidership And Trump's Plans. thealtworld.com Venezuela is a good prize for Washington, but this may be just the first step. | After the unprecedented US operation against Venezuela and its president, new facts have become known. Some of them were published in the US media, and some were told by the US president at a press conference and posted on social networks. | Thuswise, it is known that inside the Venezuelan leadership there was a CIA insider who worked in conjunction with the net of agents who were deployed there ways earlier. If we add to them the work of US geospatial intelligence, as well as a single data processing node where US intelligence agenc…
(2026-01-04). How world reacted to US attack on Venezuela. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — World capitals moved swiftly to respond after US strikes on Venezuela, with governments across Asia calling for de-escalation, respect for international law, and urgent measures to protect their nationals.
(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). An ugly attack on Venezuela: Has Trump yielded to Netanyahu or will Chavismo live on? War in a world of backroom deals and AI fakes. strategic-culture.su In one potential version of events, much of this was a spectacle, a fireworks show symbolizing U.S. military might but in effect little more than an agreement for Maduro to transfer power to Rodriguez. | Join us on , , and .
(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 
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(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). 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). 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). 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). US 'large scale strike' in Venezuela kills at least 40. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – During the United States' operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, at least 40 people have died, a report by the New York Times revealed.At least 40 people, including civilians and soldiers, were killed during U.S. strikes in the Venezuelan capital, Caracas, a Venezuelan official told the New York Times on Saturday nightThe official said, "At least 40 people, including civilians and soldiers, were killed in the attack."US officials also revealed that Washington's operation in Venezuela was conducted using "more than 150 US aircraft to knock out air defenses, so military helicopters cou…
(2026-01-04). Chinese foreign ministry demands immediate release of Maduro. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — China has called on the United States to ensure the personal safety of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, and to immediately release them.
(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). Oppose Trump's criminal invasion of Venezuela! Release Maduro! wsws.org The World Socialist Web Site, the Socialist Equality Party in the US and the International Committee of the Fourth International unequivocally denounce the invasion of Venezuela and the criminal abduction of President Nicolás Maduro.
(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.
(2004-01-26). No war on Venezuela! Scrap AUKUS! socialist-alliance.org 
Socialist Alliance strongly condemns Donald Trump's military invasion of Venezuela and demands that the Australian Labor government rejects the US' flouting of international law and breaks the AUKUS war alliance.
(2026-01-04). Here's how the US imposed regime change overnight in Venezuela. aljazeera.com The US bombed Venezuela and abducted President Nicolas Maduro and his wife. Here's how regime change unfolded overnight.
(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). Global protests erupt against US attack on Venezuela. aljazeera.com Protesters have rallied worldwide after Donald Trump announced the US would 'run' Venezuela.
(2026-01-04). U.S. military action in Venezuela tramples over international law: Editorial flash. ecns.cn China is deeply shocked by and strongly condemns the United States' blatant use of force against Venezuela, including airstrikes against both civilian and military sites in at least four states of the country and the seizure of the country's president.
(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 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). '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). 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 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). Latin American Countries and Spain reject aggression on Venezuela. plenglish.com Bogota, January 4 (Prensa Latina) The governments of Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Uruguay, and Spain expressed their rejection of the military actions carried out unilaterally by the United States against Venezuela, according to a joint statement released in this capital.
(2026-01-04). India's stunning response to US action, walks diplomatic tightrope after Trump's Venezuela strike. hindustantimes.com India has issued its first official response to the dramatic capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces, calling the fast-evolving crisis a "matter of deep concern." In a statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi said it is closely monitoring developments following U.S. strikes and Maduro's detention, while reiterating its support for the well-being and safety of the Venezuelan people. India urged all sides to exercise restraint and resolve the crisis peacefully through dialogue, stressing the need for regional stability. The MEA also confirmed that the Indian Embassy in…
(2026-01-04). Frei Betto califica crimen de lesa humanidad ataque de EEUU a Venezuela. radiohc.cu El destacado teólogo brasileño Frei Betto se suma a los intelectuales que condenan hoy la agresión militar del gobierno de Estados Unidos contra Venezuela, y el secuestro del presidente Nicolás Maduro y de su esposa Cilia Flores. | En declaraciones exclusivas a Prensa Latina, el fraile dominico condenó el hecho perpetrado la víspera y añadió que se trata de un crimen de lesa humanidad, un ataque del terrorismo imperialista. | °Viva el pueblo de Venezuela!, exclamó el autor del libro Fidel y la religión, quién además compartió con este agencia de noticias una declaración suya donde expone que la agresión "cons…
(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). ´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). 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). Venezuela, la hora del pueblo. cubadebate.cu La incursión de Estados Unidos en territorio venezolano representa el más grave y violento ataque que haya perpetrado el imperio en contra de un país de América desde la invasión a Granada (1983) y Panamá (1989). Tampoco han logrado que ninguna fuerza política con presencia real en Venezuela salga a apoyar el secuestro del Presidente.
(2026-01-04). Expresidente López Obrador condena atentado de EEUU a soberanía de Venezuela. radiohc.cu El exmandatario de México Andrés Manuel López Obrador rechazó este sábado el "prepotente atentado a la soberanía del pueblo de Venezuela" por parte de Estados Unidos y el secuestro de su presidente, Nicolás Maduro."Estoy retirado de la política, pero mis convicciones libertarias me impiden callar ante el prepotente atentado a la soberanía del pueblo de Venezuela y el secuestro de su presidente", aseveró quien condujera los destinos de México entre 2018 y 2024. | A través de un mensaje en su cuenta de la red social X, el exgobernante sostuvo que "ni (El Libertador, Simón) Bolívar ni (el expresidente norteamericano…
(2026-01-04). Unión de Periodistas de Cuba califica de ´sed petrolera ª los ataques contra Venezuela. radiohc.cu La Unión de Periodistas de Cuba (UPEC) calificó de ´sed petrolera imperial ª los ataques estadounidenses contra Venezuela perpetrados en la madrugada de este sábado. | ´América Latina, el Caribe y el mundo constatan ahora mismo, al precio más alto, el valor de las denuncias previas de varios gobiernos y pueblos sobre la voracidad del Norte, hoy más revuelto y brutal que en los tiempos de Martí ª, refleja una declaración de la organización. | ´Estados Unidos no solo agredió directamente zonas de Caracas, Miranda, Aragua y La Guaira, sino que, haciendo valer su condición de forajido inte…
(2026-01-04). Maduro Indicted On 'Narco-Terrorism Conspiracy' Charges In US Court. popularresistance.org The US military abducted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores overnight on 3 January, following heavy airstrikes that struck the heart of Caracas and multiple other areas across the country. | The illegal aggression marked a sharp escalation in Washington's pressure campaign against the Venezuelan government, reportedly targeting key military sites in Caracas, including the Forte Tona complex, La Carlota barracks, Aigeroti airport, and Cuartel de la Montaña, where former president Hugo Chavez's remains lie.
(2026-01-04). España se moviliza por Venezuela. radiohc.cu 
España hizo hoy un alto en el camino en medio de feriados y ola de frío, para movilizarse por Venezuela en rechazo a la intervención de Estados Unidos y al secuestro de Nicolás Maduro. | Aunque anoche mismo hubo algunas manifestaciones en Bilbao, Zaragoza, Navarra y Valencia, este domingo se dio una gran concentración en las inmediaciones de la Embajada de Estados Unidos en Madrid. | Miles de personas se congregaron de forma pacífica ante la sede de la legación diplomática, fuertemente custodiada por la Guardia Civil y la policía, en respuesta a la convocatoria del Comité contra la OTAN y las bases militares y po…
(2026-01-04). °No a la guerra contra Venezuela! se escuchó en varias ciudades estadounidenses. radiohc.cu 
Miles de personas respondieron este sábado en Estados Unidos a la convocatoria urgente de apoyo a Venezuela tras consumarse lo que no pocos temían: un ataque por orden del presidente Donald Trump contra la nación sudamericana. | En la capital del país, los participantes se congregaron frente a la Casa Blanca, donde corearon consignas de " °No a la guerra contra Venezuela!" y enarbolaron carteles en los que se podía leer que Estados Unidos frenara una nueva guerra. ´No a la guerra por petróleo ª, indicaban otros. | También tuvieron lugar protestas pacíficas en Anchorage, Alaska; Charlotte, Carolina…
(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). Social rejection grows in El Salvador against aggression of Venezuela. plenglish.com San Salvador, Jan. 4 (Prensa Latina) The Critical Thought University Movement (MUPC) at the University of El Salvador joined the growing rejection of the aggression against Venezuela and the kidnapping by the United States of President Nicolas Maduro and his wife.
(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). 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). Dollar price in Iran remains unchanged. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — The Central Bank announced the prices of negotiated dollar banknotes and transfers in the commercial foreign exchange market on Sunday, with rates remaining unchanged.
(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). 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.
(2026-01-04). 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.
(2026-01-04). 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). India's Trishul Drill Is A Symbolic Gesture of Regional Power. fairobserver.com When nations prepare for conflict, they frequently pretend to be preparing for peace. India's 2025 Trishul military exercise, a large-scale tri-service simulation, is being portrayed as a routine operation. However, routine, like most things in the security world, may be understood differently by multiple perspectives. On the surface, Trishul represents military modernization and readiness. But…
(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). Richard Betts Fake Heatwave Deaths Claim. wattsupwiththat.com Sorry, Richard, but it is not your job, or the Met Office's, to tell us what we can and cannot do.
(2026-01-04). 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.
(2026-01-04). The Gulf's Cold War: Saudi-UAE Rivalry spills into Africa. juancole.com by (
(2026-01-04). Border guards foil attempted terrorist infiltration in SE Iran. tehrantimes.com ZAHEDAN — Iranian border security forces successfully intercepted and repelled an attempted terrorist infiltration along the border in Saravan County, Sistan and Baluchestan Province—a development believed to be linked to ongoing attempts by Israel and the West to exploit peaceful economic protests in Iran.
(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). 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.
(2026-01-04). War in Sudan: drone strikes cut power supply in oil-rich south. scmp.com The power supply was cut on Sunday following drone strikes in the Sudanese city of El-Obeid, the capital of North Kordofan state, the national electricity company said, as fighting raged in the oil-rich southern region. | For more than two years, Sudan has been gripped by a war between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), with Kordofan the latest battleground after the RSF launched an offensive to seize the strategic region.
(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). 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). Tuesday 1/20: Reading Group; Socialism: Utopian and Scientific by F Engels. indybay.org Fireside Books & More, 2421 Broadway, Redwood City, CA 94063…
(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.
(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.
(2026-01-04). STORY OF 2025: 75 reasons why Dutton is unfit to be PM. independentaustralia.net 
(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). "Conqueror of Khaybar" monument unveiled at Tehran's Imam Khomeini Square. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Coinciding with the blessed birth anniversary of Imam Ali (AS) and the anniversary of the martyrdom of General Qassem Soleimani, a large monument titled "Conqueror of Khaybar" was unveiled at Tehran's Imam Khomeini Square on Saturday.
(2026-01-04). Afghanistan-Pakistan border closure leaves thousands stranded: 'we miss our parents'. scmp.com Nearly three months since border clashes prompted the closure of land crossings between Pakistan and Afghanistan, university students, merchants and families are left hanging with no way of getting back. | "We miss our parents and relatives," said Shah Faisal, 25, who studies medicine at an Afghan university and was hoping to visit his family back in Pakistan during winter break. | But the border has been shut since October 12, leaving many like him with no viable option of making it home.
(2026-01-04). In this Israeli cult, separating children from parents is just one means of control. haaretz.com Rabbi Menachem Mendel Hager forbids his followers from forming ties outside his Hasidic community, dictates whom they may marry, coerces them to hand over their money and stokes violence against his opponents. In the rebbe's 'holy method,' God takes a back seat…
(2026-01-04). 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.
(2026-01-04). UN General Assembly: Principled humanitarian action is under increasing pressure. icrc.org Delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the 60th plenary meeting on strengthening of the coordination of humanitarian and disaster relief assistance of the United Nations, including special economic assistance.
(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). 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). Pierre Vesperini: Government of the Past. newleftreview.org If the past is always that of a certain present, what are the conditions for avoiding the subordination of public history to self-interested origin stories, or the consignment of past infamies to oblivion? Who belongs in public memory, and who not? Reflections on the political use and abuse of popular historiography.
(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). 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). Fajr festival highlights Iranian national identity in official poster. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN-…
(2026-01-04). Israeli forces conduct new raid in southern Syria's Quneitra. tehrantimes.com Israeli forces staged a new raid in the Quneitra countryside in southern Syria on Saturday, in a new violation of the Arab country's sovereignty, Anadolu reported.
(2026-01-04). M23 Says it is Ready to Release Captured FARDC Soldiers. plusnews.ug 
The March 23 Movement/Alliance Fleuve Congo (M23/AFC) rebels have said they are ready to release soldiers of the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) who were captured on the front line. During the fall of Goma city in January 2025, hundreds of FARDC soldiers and Wazalendo fighters were captured by M23/AFC …
(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). 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). 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). Third excavation season of Vigol Fire Temple starts. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ The third excavation season of Vigol Fire Temple in Aran and Bidgol county, Isfahan province, has begun with the allocation of national funds, announced Mohammad Javad Abdoli, head of the county's Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Department.
(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). 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). Why China is still struggling to 'invest in people'. scmp.com As 2026 dawns, China has signalled a renewed crusade: persuading its citizens to spend more, for their own benefit and for the country's. Yet history offers a cautionary tale. China's leaders have long harboured an ambivalent relationship with consumption as a growth engine, instead favouring production and investment. | This time, though, the signals suggest a deeper resolve.
(2026-01-04). Chinese capital declares major victory against air pollution. ecns.cn The Beijing Municipal Ecology and Environment Bureau announced on Sunday that 2025 recorded just one day affected by heavy air pollution, a staggering reduction of approximately 98.3 percent from the 58 days recorded in 2013.
(2026-01-04). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-01-04). Social harm prevention programs to be expanded. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Education Minister Alireza Kazemi has announced that social harm prevention programs will be implemented in 100 areas nationwide this year, up from 32 areas the previous year.
(2026-01-04). Boxer Anthony Joshua returns to UK after fatal Nigeria car crash. aljazeera.com Joshua returns after recovering from the minor injuries he sustained during a crash that killed two of his friends.
(2026-01-04). My Twenty Years of Watching the Thermometer—and the Narrative. wattsupwiththat.com Children were encouraged to panic. Adults were scolded for driving cars. Weather was promoted from background noise to moral indictment.
(2026-01-04). Gunmen kill over 30 in village raid, abduct others in northern Nigeria. aljazeera.com Witnesses say the attackers drove motorcycles and opened fire indiscriminately on the Kasuwan ‚Å Daji market in Demo.
(2026-01-04). Monday 1/5: No Monarchs Monday: Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-01-04). Somaliland Recognition by Israel. ummid.com Israel's recognition does not automatically secure Somaliland broader international acceptance, but it changes the conversation.
(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). 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). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 10:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-04). Africa is witnessing regional satellite investment surge. independent.co.ug 
With rising government spending on space technologies, a continental Space Agency (AfSA) and increasing regional cooperation, Africa is betting on satellites to deliver affordable broadband, strengthen local industries, and accelerate its race to a digital future. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Africa is witnessing a sharp rise in regional satellite investment as governments turn to …
(2026-01-04). Anne Frank's stepsister, Holocaust survivor Eva Schloss, dies at 96. scmp.com Eva Schloss, the Auschwitz survivor who dedicated decades to educating people on the Holocaust and was the stepsister of diarist Anne Frank, has died aged 96, her foundation announced Sunday. | Her family expressed their "great sadness" at the loss of this "remarkable woman: an Auschwitz survivor, a devoted Holocaust educator, tireless in her work for remembrance, understanding and peace".
(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). 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). "Conqueror of Khaybar" symbol unveiled in Tehran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — A large-scale artistic symbol titled "Conqueror of Khaybar" was unveiled in central Tehran on Saturday in conjunction with the birth anniversary of Imam Ali (AS) and the anniversary of the martyrdom of General Soleimani.
(2026-01-04). 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.
(2026-01-04). Delaware residents encouraged to recycle Christmas trees at TreeCycle event. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover? | As the holidays wrap up, environmental regulators in Delaware are encouraging people to recycle their Christmas trees. | On Jan. 10, people can bring their real trees to the Delaware Center for Horticulture for its TreeCycle event. | "This is a really fun e…
(2026-01-04). 2026 wolf supermoon graces the sky. ecns.cn The Wolf Supermoon of 2026, brighter and larger than usual, rose last night, offering skywatchers a celestial spectacle.A supermoon occurs when the moon is near its perigee, the closest point to Earth in its orbit. January's supermoon marks the final one in a rare series of four consecutive supermoons. The next will occur on November 24, 2026.
(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). 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). 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). 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). 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). Sporadic protests in Tehran as clashes reported in Iran's west. aljazeera.com Protests fuelled by economic duress spiral into political ones in some cases as they spread to different cities.
(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). They Kidnapped Maduro Because The World Is Ruled By Unaccountable Tyrants. thealtworld.com Well, Trump finally did it. US special forces 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 and democracy, the Trump administration…
(2026-01-04). Rice at the double as Arsenal moves six clear in Premier League. independent.co.ug 
LONDON, UK | Xinhua | Declan Rice scored two second-half goals as Arsenal won 3-2 away to Bournemouth on Saturday to open up a six-point lead at the top of the Premier League. The England midfielder netted both of his goals from near the edge of the Bournemouth penalty area, after assists from Martin Odegaard …
(2026-01-04). 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.
(2026-01-04). 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). 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). Donald Trump and the White Man's Burden in Nigeria. independent.co.ug 
US President Donald Trump has made good on his threat to take military action against Nigeria to save Christians from a "genocide." COMMENT | ADEKYE ADEBAJO | On the eve of America's imperial invasion of the Philippines in 1899, the British poet and defender of empire Rudyard Kipling urged the United States to: Take up the White …
(2026-01-04). 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.
(2026-01-04). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-01-04). Sunday 1/11: Pigeon First Aid. indybay.org 885 Market St, San Francisco, CA…
(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). Nandala Pledges Budget Boost for Agriculture, Revival of Farmer Institutions. plusnews.ug 
The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential candidate, Nathan Nandala Mafabi, has pledged to significantly boost Uganda's agriculture sector if elected president, describing the move as critical to reviving a sector he says has suffered years of neglect. Addressing campaign rallies in Muti Ibiri and Bwera in Kasese District, Mafabi said an FDC-led government …
(2026-01-04). 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.
(2026-01-04). 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…
(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). 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). In diplomatic briefings, Iran emphasizes deeper ties with Azerbaijan and Georgia. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has underscored a dual focus on strengthening regional ties, emphasizing the importance of expanding comprehensive relations with the Republic of Azerbaijan and Georgia.
(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). Could MAGA Split over Trump's Revived Gunboat Diplomacy in Latin America? juancole.com By (The Conversation) — In the dead of night during the holidays, the United States launched an operation inside a Latin American country, intent on seizing its leader on the pretext that he is wanted in U.S. courts on drug charges. | The Many people in th…
(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). Friday 1/9: Peninsula DSA Social: Bayside! indybay.org Blue Oak Brewing Co., 815 Cherry Ln, San Carlos, CA 94070…
(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). 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). 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). Kurdish leader in Damascus for talks on military integration. newarab.com 
(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). 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). Numerous teenagers among the dead identified in Swiss bar blaze: police. geo.tv 
(2026-01-04). Kevin Cox: South Africa In History's Shadow. newleftreview.org Why is South Africa seemingly still mired in the income and spatial segregation patterns of the apartheid era? Standard explanations focus on the ANC, either as too neoliberal or too statist. Kevin Cox looks instead at the making of classes—and expropriation of African farmers—in conditions of globalization's labour shock.
(2026-01-04). Battery Storage Fire in Warwick, NY: A Repeat Incident. wattsupwiththat.com Warwick, New York has now experienced two battery energy storage system fires in just over two years — one in 2023, and another on December 19, 2025, just days before Christmas.
(2026-01-04). Mobile seizure powers launch in UK crackdown on people smugglers. scmp.com Mobile phones and SIM cards will be seized from migrants without needing to arrest them from Monday as part of UK efforts to tackle Channel crossings and people smugglers. | Officers will begin taking electronic devices from people at Manston processing centre in Kent in the southeast of England, with technology on site to download data from them in a bid to gather intelligence on people smugglers.
(2026-01-04). Anders Stephanson & George Kennan: Stephanson—Kennan Correspondence. newleftreview.org An inter-generational exchange between one of the Cold War's originating thinkers and a young Marxist scholar studying his work. Problems of American foreign policy, definitions of the national interest, the Soviet Union and the containment doctrine and the independent development of political discourse among the subjects under consideration.
(2026-01-04). Delaware gets $8.7M grant to help teachers merge literacy with civics, history lessons. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Delaware has received a $8.7 million federal education grant that will be used to help teachers integrate literacy with civics and history lessons for struggling students. | The focus will be on kids in grades 4 through 12, according to the state Department of Education, whose project was one of 24 funded nationally by the Trump administration. | No one from the Department of Education was available to talk with WHYY News, but Secretary of Education Cindy Marten issued a sta…
(2026-01-04). Saturday 1/3: Meetup: Animal Liberation and the End of the Carceral System. indybay.org 2414 6th St. Berkeley, CA…
(2026-01-04). Khokon Das murder case: Three arrested for Hindu businessman's murder in Bangladesh. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Three people were arrested on Sunday in connection with the brutal killing of a Hindu businessman in Bangladesh's Shariatpur district, according to local media reports. | The victim, 50-year-old Khokon Chandra Das, was attacked near Keurbhanga Bazar in Damudya, about 100 km south of Dhaka, on Wednesday night. He died from his injuries on Saturday. The newspaper Prothom Alo reported that the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) arrested the three accused from Kishoreganj district on Sunday morning. The arrested men were identified as Sohag Khan (27), Rabbi Molya (21), and Palash Sardar (25). | RAB official…
(2004-01-26). Bangladesh says will not play T20 World Cup matches if in India. tribune.com.pk 
Bangladesh has requested their matches at next month's T20 World Cup be played in Sri Lanka, after India forced a Bangladeshi player to quit the Indian Premier League. | Political relations between India and Bangladesh soured after a mass uprising in Dhaka in 2024 toppled then prime minister Sheikh Hasina, a close ally of New Delhi. | The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), after an emergency meeting on Sunday, said it had "formally requested" the International Cricket Council (ICC) shift their games to Sri Lanka. | "The Board of Directors resolved that the Bangladesh National Team will not travel to India for the…
(2026-01-04). 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.
(2026-01-04). 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). 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). 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). Shushtar residents call for UNESCO listing of historical urban fabric. tehrantimes.com SHUSHTAR (Khuzestan province) – Residents of the historic city of Shushtar in Iran's southwestern Khuzestan province have launched a public campaign calling for the inscription of the city's historical urban fabric on UNESCO's World Heritage List, citing its cultural, architectural and living heritage value.
(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). 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). 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). Wednesday 1/7: Reject Alameda Health System Layoffs. indybay.org Highland Hospital, 3rd floor conference room (by cafeteria)…
(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). Friday 1/9: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-01-04). Top DPRK leader inspects production of tactical guided weapons: official media. ecns.cn Kim Jong Un, top leader of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), visited a major munitions factory on Saturday to learn about its production of tactical guided weapons, the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported Sunday.
(2026-01-04). Security Forces Uncover Militant Hideout in Baramulla. devdiscourse.com In a significant security operation, forces have dismantled a notorious militant hideout in the Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir, according to official sources on Sunday.
(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). 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). Parents pull their children out of a suburban Tel-Aviv school for a month after asbestos is found nearby. haaretz.com The presence of the asbestos in the ground in the vicinity of the Paul Kor School in Petah Tikva was discovered during construction of a new road but was later found even closer to the school grounds. The parents say they learned of the problem by chance, but the municipality denies any wrongdoing…
(2026-01-04). More Ballot Consignments Arrive as EC Races Against Time. plusnews.ug 
The Electoral Commission on Sunday received the third consignment of ballot papers at Entebbe International Airport as preparations intensify for Uganda's January 15 general elections. The shipment, which includes ballot papers for District and City Chairpersons and District Women Councillors, arrives with just 11 days remaining before polling, underscoring the logistical intensity and political stakes …
(2026-01-04). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-04). Iran moves to next stage in latest satellite missions following initial checks. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran has announced the successful orbital deployment and initial testing of three new satellites. According to a Sunday statement from the Iran Space Agency, the Zafar, Paya, and Kowsar satellites are now in a multi-week orbital testing phase, having completed their first series of in-orbit checks with an overall favorable technical status.
(2026-01-04). 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.
(2026-01-04). Trump threatens Cuba amid rising tensions. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) — US President Donald Trump on Saturday indicated that Cuba could become a topic of discussion as part of broader US policy in the region.
(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). The Most Shameful Moment of 2025. ummid.com Read on as Team ummid.com takes a review of the soon-to-be-ending year, and chronicles the most shameful moment(s) and most ashamed moments of the Year 2025.
(2026-01-04). Pakistanis stuck in Afghanistan want border open after clashes. newarab.com 
(2026-01-04). Iran begins 'targeted arrest' of rioters. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's Police Chief Brigadier General Ahmad-Reza Radan announced Sunday that law enforcement forces have begun arresting individuals whose incitement of violence—carried out under the direction of foreign spy agencies—has become clear.
(2026-01-04). Two Killed by Stray Bullets as Police Quell Mob Violence in Arua. plusnews.ug 
Two people, including a police officer, have died after being struck by stray bullets during a violent incident in Arua City. The deceased officer has been identified as Police Constable William Wadri, attached to Ayivu East Division. He succumbed to gunshot injuries at Arua Regional Referral Hospital in the early hours of Saturday, January 3, …
(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). Four Iranians nominated for world futsal awards. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Four Iranian futsal figures have been nominated for the 26th edition of the annual World Futsal Awards, released by Futsalplanet.com.
(2004-01-26). Aggressive Brook learning when to be patient at the crease. tribune.com.pk 
Flamboyant England star Harry Brook admitted Sunday he was learning to be more patient, with a frustrating Ashes tour teaching him when he needs to curb his all-out aggressive approach. | The destructive 26-year-old has become one of the world's most exciting players across all formats with his attacking batting. | But the gung-ho approach has not worked well in Australia, with his unbeaten 78 in the fifth and final Test on Sunday his highest score so far. | Brook, who has blasted 10 Test centuries, said he toned down his natural instincts in Sydney. | "I've just got to be a little bit more patient and take my…
(2026-01-04). Handala leaks private photos, videos from former Israeli minister's phone. tehrantimes.com Pro-Palestine hacking collective Handala announced Saturday it had breached the iPhone of former Israeli justice minister Ayelet Shaked, obtaining her private messages, documents, and other sensitive material.
(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). 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). 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). 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). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(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). 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…
(2026-01-04). Violence against women persists in El Salvador. plenglish.com San Salvador, January 4 (Prensa Latina) More than twenty women, adolescents, and girls were victims of sexual violence daily in El Salvador, according to a report by the Salvadoran Women's Organization for Peace (ORMUSA).