The fall of Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro
Analysis of Nicolas Maduro's disastrous rule in Venezuela, marked by economic collapse, mass exodus, and brutal repression, culminating in his dramatic fall from power.
Analysis of Nicolas Maduro's disastrous rule in Venezuela, marked by economic collapse, mass exodus, and brutal repression, culminating in his dramatic fall from power.
Caracas residents awoke to explosions as US forces launched strikes, capturing President Nicolás Maduro. The city is now on edge, with an uncertain future ahead. Read the latest developments.
A dramatic US military operation in Venezuela has led to the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. Get the latest on the strikes, the charges, and what happens next.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirms the UK was not involved in the US military action in Venezuela, which saw President Maduro captured. The government is focusing on British nationals' safety.
Following US military strikes on Venezuela, we examine the escalating tensions, from Trump's drug cartel claims to the strategic battle for oil and influence in the hemisphere. Follow the latest developments.
US forces have captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro after large-scale military strikes. Get the latest on this major escalation and the declared national emergency.
Colombia mobilises armed forces fearing a refugee influx after US airstrikes on Venezuela. President Petro condemns US aggression and calls for a UN emergency session. Read the latest.
US launches large-scale military strikes in Venezuela, leading to the capture and removal of President Nicolás Maduro. Follow the latest developments and analysis.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has declared a 'state of external disturbance' following US military strikes ordered by Donald Trump. Explosions reported in Caracas. Full live updates.
Multiple explosions heard in Venezuelan capital Caracas, with power cuts and low-flying aircraft reported. Tensions with the US escalate. Read the latest developments.
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro says he is ready for serious negotiations with the US on combating drug trafficking, as Trump's pressure campaign continues. Read the latest on the escalating shadow war.
The UK Foreign Office confirms British nationals were involved in a train collision near Machu Picchu, Peru. One person killed, over 30 injured. Read the latest updates.
A 29-year-old British man has been found shot dead on Spain's Costa Blanca, the latest in a series of violent incidents involving UK and Irish nationals. Police suspect drug links.
Three Brits convicted of smuggling cocaine in Angel Delight packets avoid execution in Bali. They will be deported to the UK next month after a year in prison. Read the full story.
Venezuela's government has released 20 political prisoners, including prominent activists, in a significant move ahead of the 2025 presidential election. Read the full story on this major diplomatic development.
The White House directs the US military to enforce a two-month oil 'quarantine' on Venezuela, escalating economic pressure on President Maduro. Read the latest on this strategic shift.
The Pacific nation of Palau agrees to host up to 75 migrants from the US in a deal securing millions in American aid. Read the full details of the controversial agreement.
US forces intercept another Venezuelan oil tanker near its coast. President Trump escalates pressure on Maduro, refusing to rule out military conflict. Read the latest developments.
American forces have seized a second sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela as part of a major naval build-up. President Trump announces a total blockade. Read the latest.
On this day in 1783, King George III appointed 24-year-old William Pitt the Younger as Prime Minister, ending a period of political chaos. Discover how the young leader defied expectations.
China's foreign minister has accused the US of 'unilateral bullying' over its military blockade of Venezuela. Read the latest on the escalating crisis in the Caribbean.
Renowned British artist and art historian David Heathcote has passed away at 94. His influential work spanned painting, sculpture, and the preservation of Hausa crafts, with a major collection now at the British Museum.
Donald Trump announces a complete blockade of Venezuelan oil exports, triggering protests in Caracas and a spike in global oil prices. Analysis of the escalating crisis.
President Trump announces a complete naval blockade on Venezuela's oil tankers, escalating tensions in the Caribbean. Get the latest on this major geopolitical development.
President Trump signs a new proclamation imposing full entry restrictions on nationals from Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, South Sudan, and Syria. Discover the latest US immigration policy changes.
An exhibition of Franco-British photographer Ed Alcock's work, exploring Brexit, adolescence and working-class memory, runs at the Bibliothèque nationale de France until March 2026.
Martin Parr, the celebrated Magnum photographer famed for his acute observations of British society and class, has died. We look back at his iconic career in pictures.
A Guardian columnist argues the absurdly difficult Life in the UK test, which her French husband is struggling to pass, should focus on modern British culture like Coronation Street and Greggs, not obscure historical facts.
A new wave of UK underground rap, led by artists like EsDeeKid and Lancey Foux, is achieving global fame. With a maxed-out, experimental sound and a focus on British identity, this movement is poised for a major international breakthrough. Discover the sc
Australia's Young Nationals propose a ban on social media for under-16s, citing mental health risks. Critics argue it could push children to riskier platforms. Read the full debate.