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Senate Briefing on Venezuela 'Double Strike' Controversy
Top Trump officials face Congress over September's deadly strikes on Venezuelan boats. Lawmakers demand answers on legality and oversight as war powers resolutions loom. Read the full report.
Italy strikes to disrupt flights for thousands of passengers
Air travel in Italy faces major disruption as strikes hit on December 17. Thousands of passengers could see flights delayed or cancelled. Know your passenger rights for compensation.
Eight dead after US strikes drug boats in Pacific
A US military strike in the Pacific killed eight people on suspected drug boats. Critics call the action 'rogue and reckless'. Read the full report on the escalating conflict.
Eight killed in US Pacific strikes as lawmakers demand answers
US military kills eight in strikes on drug boats, escalating tensions. Lawmakers brand actions 'rogue and reckless' as Hegseth faces war crimes accusations. Read the latest.
US kills eight in Pacific drug boat strikes
The US Southern Command confirms deadly strikes on three vessels in the Eastern Pacific, killing eight suspected traffickers. Explore the legal debate and Trump's escalating 'war on drugs'.
Coast Guard Sniper Halts Pacific Drug Boat with 20,000lb Cocaine
Dramatic footage reveals a US Coast Guard sniper disabling a 'go-fast' vessel in a major Pacific drug bust. The operation seized over 20,000 pounds of cocaine. Read the full story.
US Navy's Venezuela Buildup: 22 Strikes, 87 Killed
A detailed timeline of the US military's escalating presence near Venezuela and its controversial strikes on alleged drug-smuggling vessels, raising legal and diplomatic concerns. Read the full analysis.
Hegseth 'pushed Navy admiral to resign' over legal fears
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly forced out a top US Navy admiral who questioned the legality of Trump-era drug boat strikes. Read the full report on the escalating controversy.
US Navy Admiral Forced Out Over Trump Drug Strikes
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly ousted Admiral Alvin Holsey after he raised legal concerns about strikes on alleged drug boats. The shock departure has stunned lawmakers.
Trump's 'War' on Venezuela Drug Cartels Escalates
President Trump escalates threats against Venezuela, declaring 'war' on cartels and planning land strikes. Over 80 killed in maritime attacks since September. Read the latest.
CrossCountry Christmas rail strikes called off by RMT
CrossCountry reinstates normal December timetable after RMT suspends strikes. MD Shiona Rolfe warns of potential short-notice cancellations. Get the latest travel updates.
Megyn Kelly: US 'went too easy' on Venezuelan drug boat suspects
Megyn Kelly has defended controversial US strikes on alleged Venezuelan drug boats, saying she wanted suspects to 'suffer'. The White House faces scrutiny over the lethal operations.
Trump Threatens Strikes on Drug-Producing Nations
US President Donald Trump warns of imminent land strikes in Venezuela and threatens any country he claims produces drugs for the US. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
Trump Defends Venezuela Strikes Amid War Crime Claims
President Trump and War Secretary Hegseth defend lethal strikes on alleged narco-terrorist boats. Over 80 dead in 20+ missions. Read the full story and analysis.
Trump threatens land strikes on Venezuelan drug operations
Donald Trump announces a major escalation in US anti-drug operations, stating strikes will move from sea to land. Read the full details of this breaking defence news.
Hegseth posts AI Franklin image amid war crimes allegations
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth shares AI image of Franklin the Turtle firing missiles, as he faces allegations of ordering extrajudicial killings in drug boat strikes. Read the full story.
Trump and Maduro discussed meeting amid military tensions
Exclusive: Donald Trump spoke with Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro last week as US military strikes killed over 80 suspected drug traffickers. Read the full investigation into this dramatic escalation.
Italy strikes: UK tourists warned of major travel disruption
UK travellers to Italy face major disruption from nationwide strikes on Nov 27-28 & Dec 12. Plan ahead for transport chaos, delays, and cancellations during your trip.
Trump's boat strikes: Secret memo reveals contradiction
Exclusive: Internal justice department memo reveals Trump administration's legal justification for Caribbean boat strikes contradicts public narrative about overdose deaths.
Trump wants direct talks with Venezuela's Maduro
Donald Trump plans to speak directly with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro as US military presence grows in Caribbean. Tensions escalate after drug boat strikes killed 83 people.
CrossCountry Christmas strikes announced by RMT
RMT union announces four days of CrossCountry train strikes in December over pay and staffing, causing major Christmas travel disruption. Plan your journeys now.
Christmas rail strikes announced for four Saturdays
CrossCountry rail strikes on four consecutive Saturdays in December will cause travel misery for Christmas shoppers and families. RMT union cites unresolved pay and staffing issues.
Military lawyer ignored on Trump 'drug boat' strikes
A senior military lawyer warned that Trump's 'drug boat' strikes could be illegal extrajudicial killings, but was ignored. Read the full report on the internal fallout.
Mexico's President rejects US military strikes on cartels
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum firmly dismisses Donald Trump's threat of US military action against drug cartels on Mexican soil. Read the full diplomatic response.
Trump's Drug Boat Policy Clashes with Record Seizures
President Trump defends military strikes on suspected drug boats, calling interdiction a failure, despite the US Coast Guard reporting record cocaine seizures. Explore the policy shift and its consequences.
NHS may cut staff to cover £240m doctor strike costs
Health leaders warn NHS may cut frontline staff and reduce operations to cover £240m doctor strike costs. Thousands of appointments at risk as five-day walkout begins.
Doctor: Don't judge those who can't afford to strike
A doctor urges against judging medics working through NHS strikes, revealing many can't afford to lose pay due to financial pressures and family commitments.
US strikes another suspected drug boat in Latin America
The US military has conducted its second maritime strike against a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in Latin American waters within a week, signalling a significant escalation in Washington's counter-narcotics operations in the region.
Trump's Venezuela Drug Strike Plan Revealed in Memo
Exclusive documents uncover former President Trump's controversial plan for aggressive military strikes against Venezuelan drug trafficking operations during his final days in office.
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