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U.S. seizes Venezuela-linked, Russian-flagged oil tanker after weekslong pursuit
This appeared to be the first time in recent memory that the U.S. military has seized a Russian-flagged vessel.
Why Trump wants Greenland — and what makes it so important for national security
Greenland, a vast and sparsely populated self-governing Danish territory, has been thrust into the geopolitical spotlight once again.
Trump weighs using U.S. military to acquire Greenland: White House
President Donald Trump is considering "a range of options" in order to acquire Greenland, including "utilizing the U.S. Military," the White House said.
Resolution to block Trump from invading Greenland introduced by Sen. Gallego
Concerns about U.S. action against Greenland have grown after the U.S. attack on Venezuela, which led to the capture of leader Nicolas Maduro.
Why Russia is treading carefully after the ousting of Kremlin ally Maduro
While Moscow initially condemned U.S. strikes on Venezuela, the Kremlin has not issued an official response on Maduro's ousting, nor has President Putin.
Trump admin pressed on pardon for ex-Honduras president after Venezuela’s Maduro snatched
The U.S. captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Saturday and charged him with drug-related crimes.
'A dangerous precedent': World leaders react to the U.S. attack on Venezuela
Russia and Iran broadly condemned the U.S. attack on Venezuela, while other world leaders called for de-escalation and said they are monitoring the situation.
U.S. attacks Venezuela, captures Maduro and his wife; AG Bondi says charges include 'Narco-Terrorism'
Maduro and his wife were captured and removed from the country following the operation, Trump said in a statement on Truth Social.
Watch Trump's full comments following the U.S. strike against Venezuela
President Donald Trump is scheduled to speak Saturday morning following a stunning, large-scale attack on Venezuela overnight.
Trump: We are going to run Venezuela until we can do a safe, proper and judicious transition
President Donald Trump addressed the attack on Venezuela from his Mar-a-Lago residence in Palm Beach, Florida.
Mamdani's inauguration: New York, New Year, new mayor
Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as New York City mayor in the first minutes of the New Year at the historic City Hall subway station.
China's Xi promises more proactive macro policies in 2026
China is on track to meet its growth target of around 5% this year and will roll out more proactive policies in 2026, President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday.
Zelenskyy to meet Trump in Florida for talks on Ukraine peace plan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. President Donald Trump will meet in Florida on Sunday to try to forge a plan to end the war in Ukraine.
The Trump-class battleship faces a large obstacle in its way: reality.
Even if it were technically feasible, the cost of building the battleship would be prohibitive.
U.S. seizes vessel off Venezuelan coast: Reuters
The move comes just days after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a "blockade" of all sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela.
House passes bill to ease permits for building out AI infrastructure
The SPEED Act now heads to the Senate, which is in the early stages of its own permitting reform talks.
Nick Reiner to be charged with murder of dad Rob Reiner, mom Michele: LA DA
President Donald Trump suggested, without evidence, that the couple was killed because of "the anger" that Rob Reiner caused in others by opposing Trump.
Trump to tout accomplishments in address to nation on Wednesday, White House says
Press secretary Karoline Leavitt said President Trump would highlight his work to 'bring our country back to greatness.'
Former Instacart employee says she was fired over her Democratic congressional campaign
The fired employee's lawyers say Instacart's actions align with how corporate America has sought to curry favor with the Trump administration.
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