Trump declares himself ‘Acting President of Venezuela’ after Maduro’s capture
US President Donald Trump triggered a fresh international controversy after sharing a digitally altered image on social media declaring himself the “Acting President of Venezuela,” just days after the United States captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The image, posted on Trump’s social media
Modi, Merz reaffirm shared commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Monday reaffirmed their strong commitment to a free, open and rules-based Indo-Pacific, underlining the importance of respect for international law, including the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). During
India, Germany reaffirm resolve to deepen defence and security cooperation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Monday reaffirmed their shared commitment to significantly strengthening defence and security cooperation, underscoring growing strategic convergence between India and Germany amid evolving global security challenges. During bilateral talks held in Ahmedabad, the two
Trump’s Venezuela claim revives rare history of dual transnational leadership
The global media was abuzz this week after U.S. President Donald Trump posted a controversial message on his social media platform Truth Social declaring himself the “Acting President of Venezuela.” The post, featuring Trump’s official presidential portrait, described him simultaneously as the 45th
‘Leave immediately’: U.S. orders Americans out of Venezuela as manhunt intensifies
The United States has issued an urgent directive ordering all American citizens to leave Venezuela immediately, warning that the security situation has rapidly deteriorated. Armed civilian militias loyal to Nicolás Maduro have reportedly set up roadblocks, stopping vehicles and searching for links to
Trump declares national emergency to shield Venezuelan oil funds held in the US
US President Donald Trump has declared a national emergency to prevent American courts and private creditors from seizing Venezuelan government funds held in the United States, citing national security and foreign policy concerns tied to oil revenues and regional stability. The move, formalised
US Secretary of State Rubio declares end of traditional multilateralism
The United States has formally declared an end to what it calls “traditional multilateralism,” signalling a major shift in Washington’s global engagement strategy under President Donald Trump. The announcement comes days after the administration confirmed its withdrawal from 66 international organisations, arguing that
Trump pushes U.S. oil majors to revive Venezuela’s struggling energy sector
U.S. President Donald Trump has urged America’s largest oil companies to take the lead in rebuilding Venezuela’s severely degraded energy industry, calling on them to invest as much as $100 billion to restore production in the oil-rich South American nation. Trump made the
Trump signals control of Venezuelan oil reserves, reshaping geopolitics beyond Latin America
Washington, Jan 9 — President Donald Trump has framed the U.S. intervention in Venezuela not as a limited military operation but as the opening move in a broader economic and geopolitical recalibration, with control over oil resources at its core. In public remarks
Managing US pressure and internal divisions emerges as key test for India’s BRICS leadership
As India assumes the presidency of BRICS, its most significant diplomatic challenge will be navigating mounting pressure from the United States while managing divergent strategic priorities within the bloc. With several BRICS members facing increased scrutiny from Washington, New Delhi must balance its
Drug seizure case in US intensifies debate over immigrant truck driver licensing and public safety
The arrest of two California-based truck drivers of Indian origin following a major cocaine seizure in Indiana has reignited a contentious national debate in the United States over immigrant driver licensing, public safety, and federal oversight of the trucking industry. According to a
India’s quiet acceptance of Taliban envoy reflects pragmatic engagement, not diplomatic recognition
India’s decision to quietly allow a Taliban-appointed representative to assume charge as Afghanistan’s Chargé d’Affaires in New Delhi marks a carefully calibrated diplomatic move rooted in pragmatism rather than political recognition of the Taliban regime in Kabul. The reported arrival of Mufti Noor
Canadian PM urged to raise China’s human rights abuses during Beijing visit
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has urged Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to make human rights concerns a central pillar of his upcoming visit to China, warning that engagement without accountability risks undermining Canada’s core values and national interests. Carney’s visit, scheduled from January
United Senior Pariwar of Chicago rings in Christmas and New Year 2026 with music, garba, and festive cheer
By: Jayanti Oza United Senior Pariwar of Chicago (USPC) celebrated Christmas and New Year 2026 with over 350 members and volunteers coming together for an evening of music, dance, and community spirit. The event began with the traditional Deep Pragatya ceremony, led by
Bharatiya Senior Citizens of Chicago ring in New Year 2026 with music, dance, and celebration
By: Jayanti Oza The Bharatiya Senior Citizens of Chicago (BSC) welcomed New Year 2026 with a spectacular evening of music, dance, and festivities, bringing together nearly 450 members and guests at the Waterford Banquet Hall in Elmhurst on December 31, 2025. BSC President
A new direction in Alzheimer’s research: helping the brain heal itself
By: Dr. Avi Verma In a development that is drawing attention across the global medical community, scientists from Spain and China have reported a novel experimental approach to Alzheimer’s disease—one that focuses not on attacking damage, but on restoring the brain’s own protective
After Maduro, who’s next? Trump’s ‘run the country’ doctrine and the strategic wake-up call for India
By: Dr Avi Verma The capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces marks a geopolitical rupture unlike anything seen since the end of the Cold War. This was not a proxy conflict, not a covert operation acknowledged years later, and not
आंध्रप्रदेश: 12वाँ पड़ाव – लेपक्षी मंदिर (वीरभद्र मंदिर, अनंतपुर)
IndoUS Tribune की “यात्रा और दर्शन” श्रृंखला में आपका पुनः स्वागत है! भारत के मंदिरों की इस आध्यात्मिक यात्रा के पहले 11 पड़ावों में हमने कई पवित्र स्थलों और उनकी अद्भुत कथाओं का दर्शन किया। अब हम पहुँच चुके हैं आंध्र प्रदेश के
Jan Schakowsky’s endorsement of Daniel Biss reshapes Illinois’ 9th District race as immigration debate intensifies
By: Dr. Avi Verma As the new year unfolds, the Democratic primary race in Illinois’ 9th Congressional District is entering a decisive phase. The contest took a significant turn with outgoing Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky’s endorsement of former state senator Daniel Biss, a move
Krishnamoorthi takes on Trump Administration over Venezuela, ICE accountability, global leadership, and domestic safety nets
By: Dr. Avi Verma Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) has emerged as one of the most outspoken voices in Congress challenging the Trump administration’s domestic and foreign policy actions, introducing new legislation, pressing for accountability in immigration enforcement, and warning against what he describes