Colombia Sends Forces to Venezuela Border After US Strikes
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.
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US Strikes Venezuela, President Maduro Captured
US launches large-scale military strikes in Venezuela, leading to the capture and removal of President Nicolás Maduro. Follow the latest developments and analysis.
Venezuela declares emergency after US military strikes
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.
Explosions and Low-Flying Aircraft Reported in Caracas
Multiple explosions heard in Venezuelan capital Caracas, with power cuts and low-flying aircraft reported. Tensions with the US escalate. Read the latest developments.
Venezuela's Maduro open to US talks on drug trafficking
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.
Guardian's 12 Most Powerful Cartoons of 2025
Explore The Guardian's selection of the year's most impactful political cartoons, featuring commentary from award-winning illustrator Ben Jennings on satire in a surreal news cycle. Discover the art that defined 2025.
Palestine hunger striker in 'critical danger' after 57 days
Heba Muraisi, on hunger strike for 57 days, is now struggling to speak and in critical health. She is among eight protesters demanding bail and a fair trial. Read the latest updates.
Venezuela frees 20 political prisoners ahead of election
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.
US Orders 'Quarantine' of Venezuelan Oil Shipments
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.
Palestine Action hunger strikers determined to continue
Four Palestine Action detainees continue hunger strikes in UK prisons, with one hospitalised three times. Families report severe health declines as demands for policy change go unmet.
Pro-Palestine Prisoners Pause Hunger Strike Over Health
Two Palestine Action detainees at HMP Bronzefield have paused their 50-day hunger strike due to failing health but vow to resume. Four others continue their protest.
Florida jail escapees captured after multi-day manhunt
Two Florida inmates who escaped from a county jail have been recaptured after a major search. Read the full story on the dramatic manhunt and investigation.
Hunger strikers pass 50 days as doctors warn of fatal risk
Four prisoners on remand are refusing food, with two surpassing 50 days. Medical experts warn of irreversible organ damage and sudden cardiac failure. Learn the grim physiological timeline.
Venezuela's Crisis: Caracas Under US Military Threat
Sky News reports from Caracas as Venezuela faces US pressure and military threats. Discover the fear, poverty, and political crackdowns defining daily life in the capital.
US seizes second Venezuela oil tanker amid rising tensions
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.
US seizes another tanker off Venezuela in major escalation
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.
Palestine Action Prisoners' Hunger Strike Reaches Day 42
Six activists linked to Palestine Action are on a rolling hunger strike in UK prisons, demanding bail and protesting their treatment. One prisoner describes the physical toll as 'like being suffocated'.
UK Hunger Strikers' Families Fear for Lives After 45+ Days
Relatives of six pro-Palestine hunger strikers plead for government intervention as medical professionals warn of permanent organ damage. The largest prison protest of its kind in 45 years.
Pregnant in Prison: A Global Human Rights Crisis
Exposing the grim reality for incarcerated pregnant women worldwide, from shackled births to denied medical care. Discover the data and the campaigners fighting for change.
China Condemns US 'Bullying' of Venezuela in Oil Row
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.
US Escalates Pressure on Venezuela with Oil Tanker Blockade
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.
US Imposes Total Oil Blockade on Venezuela
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.
Political Candidates Satirised in Rebecca Hendin's Cartoon
Cartoonist Rebecca Hendin skewers political candidates in a sharp new illustration. Explore the satire and its commentary on modern electioneering.
US DoJ Removes LGBTQ+ Prisoner Abuse Protections
The US Department of Justice has eliminated key rules protecting LGBTQ+ inmates from sexual assault, a move advocates call 'reckless'. Learn the alarming details.
Cartoon Satirises PM's Gifts, Sparking Public Debate
A satirical cartoon from The Guardian questions what to gift a prime minister 'who has everything', highlighting political opulence and public sentiment. Explore the commentary and reaction.
Two violent prisoners mistakenly released still on run
Justice Secretary David Lammy reveals two prisoners mistakenly freed remain at large, as 91 erroneous releases occurred between April and October. Follow for latest UK justice news.
Trump's reported ultimatum to Venezuelan leader Maduro
Donald Trump reportedly demanded Nicolás Maduro relinquish power and leave Venezuela immediately in a tense phone call. Explore the escalating US pressure campaign and Maduro's defiant response.
'Jobs for Mates' Rife in UK Political System
A major report reveals systemic cronyism in UK political appointments, with Victoria banning non-consensual intersex surgeries. Discover the findings and global implications.
Venezuela Accuses Trump of 'Colonial Threat' Over Airspace
Venezuela condemns Trump's airspace closure as illegal aggression. Tensions escalate over US drug trafficking claims and Operation Southern Spear. Read the latest.
Venezuela defies Trump airspace closure threat
Venezuela suspends deportation flights after Trump's airspace warning, calling it a 'colonialist threat'. Read the latest on escalating US-Venezuela tensions.
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