Japanese defence minister Shinjiro Koizumi to visit US, attend Honolulu Defence Forum amid Asia-Pacific tensions
Japan’s Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi will travel to the United States next week on a week-long visit aimed at reinforcing the US-Japan alliance amid a rapidly deteriorating security environment in the Asia-Pacific region, Japanese media reported on Friday. Speaking at a press conference
Trump says US oversight of Venezuela could last years as oil, governance plans unfold
US President Donald Trump has suggested that American oversight of Venezuela — including control of its oil resources and post-conflict governance — could extend for years, not months, following a dramatic US military operation that removed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from power, according
Trump says Venezuela will hand over up to 50 million barrels of oil to the US
US President Donald Trump has announced that Venezuela will transfer between 30 and 50 million barrels of oil to the United States, following a dramatic US military operation that led to the capture of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and the installation of
PM Modi, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu discuss strengthening strategic partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday, during which both leaders discussed ways to further strengthen the India–Israel Strategic Partnership in the coming year. The two leaders also exchanged views on the evolving regional
Rubio says Trump wants to buy Greenland, not seize it, amid Arctic tensions
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has told lawmakers that President Donald Trump’s interest in Greenland is focused on acquiring the Arctic territory through negotiation rather than military force, according to multiple reports citing a closed-door briefing on Capitol Hill. Rubio’s remarks come
Trump renews criticism of media and January 6 Capitol investigation
US President Donald Trump has once again launched a sharp attack on major American media organisations and the congressional investigation into the January 6, 2021 Capitol unrest, accusing both of distorting facts and misleading the public. Addressing Republican lawmakers at a House GOP
Macron signals possible deployment of French troops to Ukraine after ceasefire
French President Emmanuel Macron has indicated that France may deploy several thousand troops to Ukraine to help preserve stability following a potential ceasefire with Russia, marking a significant signal of long-term European security engagement in the conflict. Speaking during a televised interview in
US ‘almost starting a war with an allied country’ in pursuit of Greenland, says Danish lawmaker
A senior Danish lawmaker has warned that the United States’ renewed focus on Greenland risks creating serious tensions with a close ally, cautioning that aggressive rhetoric over the Arctic territory could undermine long-standing diplomatic and security relationships within NATO. Rasmus Jarlov, a member
India concerned over Venezuela developments, urges dialogue after US capture of President Maduro
India has expressed deep concern over the rapidly evolving political situation in Venezuela following the controversial US military operation that resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar called on all stakeholders to prioritise dialogue and ensure
Trump says US not at war with Venezuela, rules out early elections
US President Donald Trump has said that the United States is not at war with Venezuela and has ruled out holding elections there in the near future, arguing that the country must first be stabilised and its damaged infrastructure rebuilt following the capture
Russian media backs India’s BRICS leadership, praises New Delhi’s response to US Venezuela raid
Russian state-affiliated media has expressed confidence in India’s ability to lead the expanded BRICS bloc amid rising geopolitical tensions, praising New Delhi’s measured response to the recent US military operation in Venezuela. An article published on the website of RT, Russia’s international news
Indian American Arjun Mody sworn in as deputy commissioner of US Social Security Administration
Indian American policy expert Arjun Mody has officially assumed office as Deputy Commissioner of the United States Social Security Administration (SSA), becoming the agency’s chief operating officer at a time of significant operational and financial challenges. Mody was sworn in on January 5,
China worried about economic exposure in Venezuela after US capture of President Maduro: Report
China is closely assessing the potential fallout of the United States’ dramatic action against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, amid growing concerns that political instability could jeopardise Beijing’s extensive economic and strategic interests in the South American nation. According to a recent report, Venezuela
US action in Venezuela justified, but authoritarian regime still intact: Former Trump adviser John Bolton
Former US National Security Advisor John Bolton has defended the United States’ recent action in Venezuela as consistent with international law, while cautioning that the removal of President Nicolas Maduro has not yet resulted in a genuine regime change, Bolton said that although
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz flags economic strain, sets 2026 recovery as top priority
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has acknowledged that Germany’s economy remains under severe pressure, warning that earlier policy measures have not been sufficient to restore competitiveness and growth. In a letter sent at the start of the year to members of his governing coalition,
Indian American lawmaker Ro Khanna to succeed Raja Krishnamoorthi as top Democrat on US China panel
Indian American Congressman Ro Khanna is set to take over as the Ranking Member of the US House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, succeeding fellow Indian American lawmaker Raja Krishnamoorthi. The announcement was
Trump warns Iran against violent crackdown as US sanctions drone networks
US President Donald Trump on Friday issued a strong warning to Iran, saying the United States would respond if Iranian authorities used deadly force against peaceful protesters, even as Washington announced a fresh round of sanctions targeting Iran’s weapons and drone networks linked
Trump shops for marble as plans advance for White House ballroom
US President Donald Trump made a low-profile visit to a Florida stone supplier on Friday as part of preparations for a new ballroom at the White House, with officials confirming that he is personally selecting and purchasing materials for the project. According to
FBI arrests North Carolina teenager over alleged New Year’s Eve ISIS attack plot
US federal authorities have arrested an 18-year-old North Carolina resident on charges of planning a New Year’s Eve terrorist attack in support of the Islamic State (ISIS), the Justice Department announced. According to officials, Christian Sturdivant was taken into custody after investigators uncovered
Trump blocks Chinese-linked deal involving US semiconductor assets
US President Donald Trump has blocked a transaction involving American semiconductor assets and a company linked to China, citing concerns that the deal could pose a threat to US national security. In an executive order issued on Friday, Trump prohibited HieFo Corporation from