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Pakistan May Strike Afghanistan Again, Kabul May Retaliate Strongly: ICG Report | Exclusive

10 conflicts that may escalate in 2026: The International Crisis Group (ICG) list includes Venezuala, Israel-Palestine-US, US-Israel versus Houthis crises Go to Source Read More

‘Pinpoint’ planning: How Maduro, his wife were captured from ‘highly guarded fortress’ — key details

Credit: Getty images, AP The United States launched pre-dawn airstrikes on Venezuela early Saturday, triggering explosions across Caracas and setting the stage for the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, a Read More

Rial is the Word of the Week: How Iran’s currency has plunged the country into turmoil

The Iranian rial has fallen to its lowest mark, plunging the country into deep economic turmoil. Read More

‘Deep concern’: India closely monitoring Venezuela situation after Maduro’s capture, says MEA

India on Sunday expressed concern over the unfolding situation in Venezuela after US forces captured President Nicolás Maduro, saying it is closely monitoring developments and has called for a peaceful resolution to ensure stability in the region. Read More

Myanmar junta pardons over 6,100 prisoners on independence anniversary

Myanmar’s military government has granted amnesty to more than 6,100 prisoners, including 52 foreigners marking 78th anniversary of the country’s independence from Great Britain. Read More

‘Matter Of Concern’: India Says Monitoring Venezuela Situation After Maduro’s Arrest, Urges Peace

Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, are currently in US custody following a US military operation carried out in Caracas on Saturday. Read More

US-Venezuela Military Standoff: How The Two Forces Compare

Recent reports of a US military operation in Venezuela, which allegedly resulted in the arrest of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, have sparked intense global discussion. Read More

Most Supermarkets Shut, Long Queues At Bakeries: Indian In Caracas After US Action In Venezuela

Caracas and several neighbouring cities descended into panic and fear after US aircraft carried out airstrikes across Venezuela, captured President Nicolás Maduro, and flew him to New York. Read More

‘Closely Monitoring Situation’: India Expresses Concern Over US Strikes In Venezuela, Urges Dialogue, Peace

India on Sunday expressed “deep concern” over the US operation in Venezuela and said it was closely monitoring the evolving situation. Read More

US-Venezuela Crisis: Protests Over Maduro’s Detention Grow, UNSC Meeting Likely on Monday

Opposition to the detention of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro continues to intensify, with the issue now reaching the United Nations Security Council. According to reports, a UNSC meeting may be held on Monday to discuss the matter. Read More

Maduro Received Chinese Envoy Hours Before US Forces Captured Him In Caracas

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro met a Chinese envoy just hours before the US launched a strike in Caracas and captured him. Maduro received Qiu Xiaoqi, a special representative of the Chinese government on Latin America affairs. Read More

US-Venezuela Crisis: Delcy Rodríguez Takes Charge as Venezuela’s Interim President Amid Turmoil

Following the detention of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, a major political decision has been taken in the country. Venezuela’s Supreme Court has appointed Delcy Rodríguez as the interim President. Read More