Trump-Iran latest: Iranian president backs nuclear talks – but only if they are ‘free from threats’ First meeting between US and Iran envoys since Tehran's 12-day war with Israel expected on Friday The Independent UK · Jan 30
Ukraine-Russia war latest: At least 12 miners killed in Russian strike on bus after peace talks delayed The attack came hours after President Zelensky announced that peace negotiations had been delayed The Independent UK · Jan 30
Scoop: Trump expecting favorable Panama Canal ruling to further "Donroe Doctrine" Removing Chinese influence in the canal zone is key to Trump's Western Hemisphere strategy. Axios · Jan 29
Who’s behind Trump’s deportation agenda? The key officials and agencies leading the anti-immigration campaign Key players in Trump’s government-wide mass deportation campaign The Independent UK · Jan 29
‘Your boss ran to his podiatrist’: Duckworth hits back at JD Vance’s ‘Forrest Gump’ jibe US Senator Tammy Duckworth, a decorated war veteran who lost both her legs in combat, has fired back sharply at Vice President JD Vance after he mocked her conduct during a Senate hearing, triggering outrage across Democratic circles and on social media. The Times of India · Jan 29
EU designates Iran’s revolutionary guard as terrorist organisation – as it happened The EU has just designated Iran’s revolutionary guard as terrorist organisation, the bloc’s foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas confirmed. The Guardian - UK · Jan 29
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump says Putin agreed to ‘one-week ceasefire over Kyiv’ amid brutal cold Trump says he 'personally' asked Putin to stop firing on Kyiv which has grappled with power shortages The Independent UK · Jan 29
Trump-Iran latest: US president says ‘very big, powerful ships sailing to Iran’ as he signals talks Iran condemns EU decision to list Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as terrorist organisation The Independent UK · Jan 29
Ukraine war briefing: Russia pounds cities across country ahead of fresh round of peace talks Couple killed near Kyiv and apartment block hit while US says territorial issue of Donetsk ‘very difficult’ to resolve. What we know on day 1,436 The Guardian - AU · Jan 29
Trump news at a glance: ‘next attack will be far worse’ says president as he ratchets up threats on Iran US president tells Tehran that time is running out to make a deal on future of nuclear program – key US politics stories from 28 January 2026 The Guardian - US · Jan 29
Rubio grilled on whereabouts of $200m from sale of Venezuelan oil Senator Jeanne Shaheen pressed Marco Rubio over the fate of $200m from the sale of Venezuelan oil on Wednesday, 28 January. The Independent UK · Jan 28
Russia suffers heaviest losses since WWII as casualties in Ukraine conflict near 2 million The report said Russia suffered 1.2 million casualties, including up to 325,000 troop deaths, between February 2022 and December 2025 The Independent UK · Jan 28
Staffer hides from ‘prowling’ Trump, who insists this basic human function makes them ‘weak’ This, while "Nappy Don" snoozes through meetings. We Got This Covered · Jan 28
Rubio details how the Trump administration will control Venezuela's oil money The United States will allow Venezuela to sell oil that's currently under American sanctions and use the proceeds to pay for basic government services The Independent UK · Jan 28
The Independent UK · Jan 28 Marco Rubio walks back US military action in Venezuela after threatening force ‘to ensure maximum cooperation’ Secretary of state says US military not ‘postured’ for action as he defends Trump’s intervention to topple Maduro regime
The Times of India · Jan 28 ‘Not an act of war’: Marco Rubio defends Venezuela operation at Senate hearing — what he said Secretary of State Marco Rubio clarified the Trump administration's stance on Venezuela, stating military actions were not an act of war and no further intervention is planned. He also addressed Iran, emphasizing a defensive posture despite increased military presence, and noted the complexity of potential regime change. Discussions also covered…
The Guardian - US · Jan 28 Rubio declines to rule out further US military action in Venezuela at Senate hearing Secretary of state says administration does not intend to take such action but Trump ‘does reserve the option’
Roll Call · Jan 28 Rubio leaves door open to more military action in Venezuela Rubio left open possibility that the administration could use military force if Venezuela’s interim president doesn’t cooperate with the U.S.
We Got This Covered · Jan 28 Trump admin tells Congress it’s ‘ready to use force’ in Venezuela if interim president doesn’t deliver ‘agreed’ 50 million barrels of oil A geopolitical shakedown.
Latin Times · Jan 28 U.S. Intelligence Casts Doubt On Whether Venezuela's Interim Leader Is Willing To Cut Ties With Global Foes U.S. intelligence reports have cast doubt about whether Venezuela's interim leader Delcy Rodriguez is willing to cave to a key U.S. demand: cutting ties with Washington's largest foes on the global stage.
Latin Times · Jan 28 Marco Rubio Says Trump Admin Is Ready To Use Force To 'Ensure Maximum Cooperation' From Regime In Venezuela Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to say that the Trump administration is ready to "use force" to ensure that Venezuela's interim regime cooperates with its intent to oversee the country's oil industry.
The Times of India · Jan 27 ‘Very bad choice’: Trump warns US will end support for Iraq if Nouri al-Maliki returns as prime minister US President Donald Trump warned that the U.S. would cease all support for Iraq if ex-prime minister Nouri al-Maliki returns to power. Trump cited Maliki's previous tenure, which he claims led to poverty and chaos, as a reason for this stance. This intervention follows similar concerns raised by Secretary of…
Latin Times · Jan 27 U.S. To lift Some Sanctions On Venezuela's Oil Industry As Trump Admin Oversees Sector: Report The U.S. is set to lift some sanctions on Venezuela's oil industry as the Trump administration continues to take steps to control the country's sector following the capture of authoritarian President Nicolas Maduro, according to a new report.
Latin Times · Jan 27 Marco Rubio Reportedly Granted Last Word On Revenue From Venezuelan Oil Sales, Sidelining Regime Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been given the last word on the use of the revenue from Venezuela's oil sales as the Trump administration oversees the country's industry following the capture of authoritarian President Nicolas Maduro, according to a new report.
We Got This Covered · Jan 27 Donald Trump finally addresses why his eyes keep closing during Cabinet meetings — and, of course, he swears he’s not napping on the job Well, it makes sense!