Trump's Venezuela Intervention Sparks Global Shockwaves
Analysis of the US military extraction of Nicolás Maduro and the seismic geopolitical shift. Plus, highlights from the Guardian Weekly's 9 January edition.
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US Attack on Venezuela Escalates Resource Rivalry with China
Analysis: The US military action in Venezuela signals a new phase in the struggle for South America's vast mineral wealth and oil reserves, with profound implications for the global energy transition and regional stability.
UK aided US seizure of Russian tanker in British waters
The UK's Ministry of Defence confirms RAF surveillance and naval refuelling supported the US capture of a Russian-flagged tanker linked to Iran sanctions evasion. Read the full details.
Cuba's Crisis Deepens After US Intervention in Venezuela
As the US ousts Nicolás Maduro, Cuba faces an existential threat to its crucial Venezuelan alliance. Can Havana survive the loss of oil and security support? Analysis from experts on the island's fragile future.
Translator's library survives Tehran missile strikes
Amir Mehdi Haghighat's personal library, containing his life's work, endured the June 2025 bombardment of Tehran. His story reveals translation as an act of defiance.
Venezuela: Oil Fuels US Intervention, But It's Not the Whole Story
The seizure of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro by US forces was driven by oil, geopolitics, and domestic US politics. Explore the complex history behind this high-risk intervention.
35 Dead in Tehran Bazaar Clashes as Protests Continue
Protests for political and economic change turned violent in Tehran's Grand Bazaar. Human rights groups report 35 dead and over 1,200 detained as the government offers risky concessions.
Iranian Forces Clash with Protesters in Tehran Bazaar
Iranian security forces used tear gas to disperse sit-in protests at Tehran's Grand Bazaar. Nationwide demonstrations over the economy continue, with reports of casualties and hospital raids.
Iran Protests: Economic Crisis Sparks Major Unrest
Nationwide protests in Iran, sparked by a severe economic crisis, have led to at least 29 deaths and over 1,200 arrests. We explain the causes, scale, and international response to the most significant unrest in decades.
Analysis: The Surprise Over Trump's Venezuela Coup
Simon Jenkins argues the US intervention in Caracas follows a long history of American military action, despite promises of isolationism. Read the full analysis.
Iran offers £5 a month to stop protests over economic crisis
Iran's government offers citizens £5 monthly coupons to offset subsidy cuts, as protests over soaring living costs enter tenth day. At least 19 killed and 990 arrested.
Free Birth Society: A Near-Fatal Birth Experience
Nicole Garrison says she almost died following the Free Birth Society's anti-medical advice. Listen to the first episode of The Guardian's year-long investigation.
Iran Attempts Economic Concessions to Quell Protests
Iran's government unveils risky economic reforms, including subsidy changes, as protests over inflation and corruption enter ninth day. Can it placate public anger?
Trump-Petro Clash Escalates Over Cocaine and Invasion Threats
Colombian President Gustavo Petro vows to take up arms if the US invades, following threats from Donald Trump. Tensions soar over drug trade accusations and military action fears.
Analysing Trump's Venezuela Intervention in Historical Context
Sky News Daily podcast explores if Trump's military action in Venezuela marks a shift or continues 200 years of US foreign policy. Listen for expert historical analysis.
UN Slams Trump's Venezuela Military Action
UN human rights chief Volker Türk warns the US military intervention in Venezuela undermines international law and makes every nation less safe. Read the full analysis.
US monitors tanker off Ireland in Venezuela oil blockade
A US military aircraft is tracking a sanctioned oil tanker 250 miles off Ireland, part of a major naval quarantine on Venezuelan oil. At least a dozen other vessels are attempting to evade the blockade. Read the latest developments.
Safe Haven Metals Surge After US Intervention in Venezuela
Gold, silver, and copper prices jumped as investors reacted to geopolitical uncertainty following the capture of Venezuelan President Maduro. Oil markets show muted initial response. Read the full analysis.
Where could Trump strike next after Venezuela?
Following the capture of Venezuela's Maduro, President Trump's comments suggest further military interventions. We analyse the potential targets: Colombia, Cuba, Mexico, Greenland, and Iran.
AI Chatbot Trained to Spot Mental Health Issues in Uganda
A groundbreaking AI project in Uganda is using helpline calls to train a therapy chatbot in local languages, aiming to bypass stigma and address the severe mental health workforce shortage. Discover how technology could reshape global care.
Three Children Dead in Iran Protest Crackdown
At least three children are dead and 44 minors arrested in Iran's escalating protests. Human rights groups condemn the security forces' 'indiscriminate targeting' of civilians. Read the full report.
Maduro in US court after controversial Venezuela capture
Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is set to appear in a New York court on serious drugs and weapons charges following a deadly US military raid in Caracas. Read the full story on the controversial intervention.
Thornberry: US Venezuela Move Risks International Law Collapse
Senior Labour MP Emily Thornberry warns that Western silence on the US intervention in Venezuela could embolden China and Russia, threatening the global rules-based order. Read the full analysis.
Trump ousts Venezuela president: Full story
A detailed analysis of the 2026 political crisis triggered by Donald Trump's intervention in Venezuela, leading to the ousting of President Nicolás Maduro. Explore the geopolitical fallout.
Trump Qualifies Venezuela 'Run' Claim Amid GOP Questions
President Trump calls on Venezuela's interim leader to meet US demands after military raid. Republicans backpedal as Democrats decry 'illegal' intervention. Latest from 4 January 2026.
Three arrested at Sydney Venezuela protest
Protests erupted across Australia condemning the US military's removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Three were arrested in Sydney under new anti-protest laws. Read the latest.
Protests Across US Against Venezuela Military Action
Hundreds protest in US cities against Trump's unilateral military strike in Venezuela and the capture of President Maduro, as political fallout grows. Read the latest.
US Keeps Force in Caribbean After Maduro Capture
Following the dramatic seizure of Nicolás Maduro, the US maintains a major military presence near Venezuela, warning interim leader Delcy Rodríguez to comply with Washington's demands or face consequences.
Stephen Lillie's cartoon critiques Trump's Venezuela move
A powerful political cartoon by Stephen Lillie dissects the implications of Donald Trump's interventionist stance in Venezuela. Explore the satire and its message.
Can US Investment Reverse Venezuela's Oil Production Slump?
Following the removal of Nicolás Maduro, Donald Trump pledges billions in US investment to revive Venezuela's vast but declining oil industry. Analysis reveals the immense scale and challenges ahead.
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