Trump’s Venezuela Gunboat Diplomacy: Sabre-Rattling or Prelude to Invasion?
US warships off Venezuela spark invasion fears, but experts say it's sabre-rattling, not a prelude to conflict.
US warships off Venezuela spark invasion fears, but experts say it's sabre-rattling, not a prelude to conflict.
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Trump calls on China to investigate Joe Biden, threatening trade consequences, amid impeachment proceedings over similar pressure on Ukraine.
North Korea fires over 10 ballistic missiles into the sea as US and South Korea conduct military drills and Trump seeks dialogue.
UK joins EU's £78bn Ukraine loan scheme, Starmer says benefits outweigh costs, boosting jobs and defence ties amid US tensions.
Israel and Hamas agree to initial phase of ceasefire deal, sparking emotional reactions in Gaza and Israel, with hopes for hostage release and peace.
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Kyiv residents endure freezing temperatures and power cuts as Russia targets infrastructure, with many relying on shelters and home hacks to survive.
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US airstrikes kill over 25 in Iran; Trump threatens annihilation if no deal. Iran retaliates against Bahrain and Kuwait.
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Yvette Cooper threatens Iran with sanctions over Strait of Hormuz blockade, condemning its impact on global economy and calling for coordinated action.
EU proposes €90bn loan to Ukraine, allowing non-European weapons purchases, with repayment tied to Russian reparations.
Germany halts arms to Israel as global outrage grows over plan to take Gaza City, risking displacement of 1 million Palestinians.
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Trump and Putin meet in Alaska for Ukraine talks; Putin endorses Trump's election claims, sparking criticism over appeasement fears.
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Macron denies mistrust between Europe and US over Ukraine, rejecting a leaked report that he warned of US betrayal.
Trump fears Iran's next leader could be as repressive as Khamenei after US-Israeli strikes, threatens Spain with trade cut-off, and criticises UK over base access.
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Colombia's ELN agrees truce with government, ceasefire set for August, marking step towards ending 60-year conflict.
Nicolás Maduro pleads not guilty in New York court, declaring himself a prisoner of war after capture in Caracas.
US and Iran agree to two-week conditional ceasefire, reopening Strait of Hormuz, after Pakistan-led mediation averts US bombing deadline.
Thai constitutional court dismisses PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra over leaked phone call with Cambodia's Hun Sen, citing ethical violations.
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