Category: Foreign News
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U.S. Seizes Fifth Venezuela‑Linked Oil Tanker in Major Caribbean Operation
In a significant escalation of its maritime enforcement campaign, the United States has seized its fifth oil tanker tied to Venezuelan crude exports, as part of a broader effort to enforce sanctions and tighten control over Venezuela’s oil distribution. This latest operation underscores Washington’s commitment to disrupting what it calls a “shadow fleet” of vessels
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Trump Seeks $100bn in Venezuela Oil Investment, But Exxon Warns Country ‘Uninvestable’
US President Donald Trump has asked for at least $100 billion in oil industry spending to unlock Venezuela’s oil reserves. However, top executives from major US oil firms voiced caution, describing the South American nation as “uninvestable” under current conditions. What Trump Wants Trump envisions US control over Venezuelan oil sales after a raid on
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UK Could Ban Elon Musk’s X Over Deepfake AI, Minister Warns
The UK government has raised the prospect of blocking Elon Musk’s social media platform X after its AI chatbot, Grok, was used to generate non-consensual sexualized images, including images of children, officials say. Technology Secretary Liz Kendall said she would fully back Ofcom if it decides to restrict access to X in the UK for
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One Month On: Australia’s Teen Social Media Ban and Its Impact
For many Australian teenagers, life has changed dramatically in the first month since the government introduced its under-16 social media ban. Some, like 14-year-old Amy from Sydney, describe feeling “disconnected from my phone” and free from the pressures of daily social media use, while others find workarounds to maintain their online presence. Teenagers Adjust to
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Diocese of Oxford Opens Public Consultation Ahead of Bishop Appointment
The Diocese of Oxford has launched a public consultation to gather opinions from the local community ahead of the appointment of a new bishop this year. The diocese is encouraging people of all faiths—or none—to share their views on the qualities and vision they would like to see in the next Bishop of Oxford. The
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Portland Immigration Agent Shooting: Victims Linked to Venezuelan Gang, Officials Say
A man and woman shot by a U.S. immigration agent in Portland, Oregon, on Thursday have been identified by officials as having ties to the Venezuelan criminal gang Tren de Aragua, according to law enforcement sources and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Portland Police Chief Bob Day confirmed in a Friday press briefing that
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ICE Agent in Minneapolis Shooting Previously Dragged by Vehicle in June Incident
The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent involved in the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis this week was previously injured in the line of duty during a high-risk operation in June 2025, according to federal court records. Federal authorities have not publicly confirmed the officer’s name, but court documents identify Jonathan
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India Pushes Back on Trump Aide’s Claim Over US Trade Deal Stalemate
India has rejected claims by US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick that the stalled trade deal between the United States and India was due to Prime Minister Narendra Modi not calling President Donald Trump. The remarks, made during a recent podcast, suggested that the bilateral deal was nearly finalized but faltered because of Modi’s reluctance to
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China Intensifies Crackdown on Underground Churches: Leaders Arrested, Yayang Church Demolished
Authorities in China have intensified their crackdown on underground Christian churches, arresting key leaders and demolishing church buildings in recent days. The moves highlight the Communist Party’s continued efforts to enforce ideological conformity and restrict religious freedom under President Xi Jinping. The Early Rain Covenant Church (ERCC) in Chengdu reported that nine people were detained
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South Africa Hosts War Games with China, Russia, and Iran Amid Strained US Relations
South Africa’s hosting of joint naval exercises with China, Russia, and Iran is raising eyebrows in Washington and could further strain the country’s already tense relationship with the United States. The week-long military drills, known as “Will for Peace”, are part of a BRICS+ initiative aimed at enhancing maritime cooperation among major emerging economies. The
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