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The #UnitedStates has continued to flex its military might near #Venezuela. The Trump Administration has increased pressure on the Maduro Regime.
Washington likely seeks to pressure Maduro into stepping down from power.
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Washington likely seeks to pressure Maduro into stepping down from power.
www.bbc.com/news/live/cl...
BBC Verify Live: At least four US military jets were flown to Venezuela coast, flight tracking shows
Latest updates from the BBC's specialists in fact-checking, verifying video and tackling disinformation.
www.bbc.com
November 21, 2025 at 7:03 PM
The #UnitedStates has continued to flex its military might near #Venezuela. The Trump Administration has increased pressure on the Maduro Regime.
Washington likely seeks to pressure Maduro into stepping down from power.
www.bbc.com/news/live/cl...
Washington likely seeks to pressure Maduro into stepping down from power.
www.bbc.com/news/live/cl...
The #UnitedStates has reportedly informed #Ukraine that if they do not accept the new peace deal that Ukraine will lose "weapons & intel support" from the United States.
www.reuters.com/world/putin-...
www.reuters.com/world/putin-...
www.reuters.com
November 21, 2025 at 6:57 PM
The #UnitedStates has reportedly informed #Ukraine that if they do not accept the new peace deal that Ukraine will lose "weapons & intel support" from the United States.
www.reuters.com/world/putin-...
www.reuters.com/world/putin-...
The plan includes economic components that would see some frozen Russian assets go toward rebuilding Ukraine, sanctions on Russia lifted, the U.S. and Russia agreeing to partner long-term in areas like AI & mining, and Russia returning to the G8.
- AXIOS
www.axios.com/2025/11/20/t...
- AXIOS
www.axios.com/2025/11/20/t...
Trump's full 28-point Ukraine-Russia peace plan
The full plan was obtained by Axios and verified by Ukrainian and U.S. officials.
www.axios.com
November 20, 2025 at 11:59 PM
The plan includes economic components that would see some frozen Russian assets go toward rebuilding Ukraine, sanctions on Russia lifted, the U.S. and Russia agreeing to partner long-term in areas like AI & mining, and Russia returning to the G8.
- AXIOS
www.axios.com/2025/11/20/t...
- AXIOS
www.axios.com/2025/11/20/t...
The #Trump Administration has presented its 28 point plan to end the war in #Ukraine.
US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll presented the plan in person to Ukrainian President @ZelenskyyUa.
www.axios.com/2025/11/20/t...
US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll presented the plan in person to Ukrainian President @ZelenskyyUa.
www.axios.com/2025/11/20/t...
Trump's full 28-point Ukraine-Russia peace plan
The full plan was obtained by Axios and verified by Ukrainian and U.S. officials.
www.axios.com
November 20, 2025 at 11:46 PM
The #Trump Administration has presented its 28 point plan to end the war in #Ukraine.
US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll presented the plan in person to Ukrainian President @ZelenskyyUa.
www.axios.com/2025/11/20/t...
US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll presented the plan in person to Ukrainian President @ZelenskyyUa.
www.axios.com/2025/11/20/t...
#China is working on a new type of aircraft carrier for its navy... A potential Nuclear powered aircraft carrier which would bring China closer to parity with the #UnitedStates & that would allow Beijing to operate further away from its territory.
www.twz.com/sea/strong-e...
www.twz.com/sea/strong-e...
Strong Evidence That China’s Next Carrier Will Be Nuclear Emerges In Shipyard Photo
Nuclear propulsion for China's 'Type 004' aircraft carrier would represent a leap in naval capability and another step toward parity with the U.S. Nuclear propulsion would make the so-called Type 004 ...
www.twz.com
November 13, 2025 at 8:03 AM
#China is working on a new type of aircraft carrier for its navy... A potential Nuclear powered aircraft carrier which would bring China closer to parity with the #UnitedStates & that would allow Beijing to operate further away from its territory.
www.twz.com/sea/strong-e...
www.twz.com/sea/strong-e...
The UN aid chief, Tom Fletcher (He's British) held talks with #Sudan's army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan to ensure aid reaches civilians across Sudan.
It's believed more than 500,000 civilians have died since the civil war began in 2023.
www.lemonde.fr/en/internati...
It's believed more than 500,000 civilians have died since the civil war began in 2023.
www.lemonde.fr/en/internati...
UN aid chief hails talks with Sudan's army leader
UN humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher stated that he had held 'constructive' talks with Sudan's army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan on Tuesday. Fletcher pledged to 'back peace efforts, uphold the UN charte...
www.lemonde.fr
November 11, 2025 at 11:14 PM
The UN aid chief, Tom Fletcher (He's British) held talks with #Sudan's army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan to ensure aid reaches civilians across Sudan.
It's believed more than 500,000 civilians have died since the civil war began in 2023.
www.lemonde.fr/en/internati...
It's believed more than 500,000 civilians have died since the civil war began in 2023.
www.lemonde.fr/en/internati...
Islamist fighters in #Mali cowardly and cold-bloodedly murdered a female #TikTok influencer by abducting her & then bringing her to the independence square in Tonka, where they executed her in front of a crowd.
apnews.com/article/mali...
apnews.com/article/mali...
Armed men in Mali publicly killed a TikTok influencer, authorities say
Authorities in Mali say armed men publicly killed a TikTok influencer who had posted videos in support of the West African nation’s military.
apnews.com
November 11, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Islamist fighters in #Mali cowardly and cold-bloodedly murdered a female #TikTok influencer by abducting her & then bringing her to the independence square in Tonka, where they executed her in front of a crowd.
apnews.com/article/mali...
apnews.com/article/mali...
This is a horrifyingly brutal war crime committed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF)
They've long been known to kill civilians & commit heinous war-crimes, but this is likely one of the worst human-rights violations by the RSF.
apnews.com/article/suda...
They've long been known to kill civilians & commit heinous war-crimes, but this is likely one of the worst human-rights violations by the RSF.
apnews.com/article/suda...
Sudan's paramilitary forces killed hundreds at a hospital in Darfur, residents and aid workers say
Sudan's paramilitary forces have reportedly killed hundreds at a hospital, including patients, after seizing the provincial capital of North Darfur.
apnews.com
October 30, 2025 at 4:40 AM
This is a horrifyingly brutal war crime committed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF)
They've long been known to kill civilians & commit heinous war-crimes, but this is likely one of the worst human-rights violations by the RSF.
apnews.com/article/suda...
They've long been known to kill civilians & commit heinous war-crimes, but this is likely one of the worst human-rights violations by the RSF.
apnews.com/article/suda...
Want to know what would happen? Construction companies would charge more & you'd likely see a decrease in construction projects in Los Angeles.
Want to know the outcome? You won't see more affordable housing you'd see less as construction costs would rise.
laist.com/news/housing...
Want to know the outcome? You won't see more affordable housing you'd see less as construction costs would rise.
laist.com/news/housing...
LA considers raising minimum wage for some construction workers — possibly up to $32.35 an hour
The City Council will vote Tuesday on a proposal to study raising the pay for construction workers on apartments with at least 10 units and up to 85 feet high.
laist.com
October 29, 2025 at 3:33 AM
Want to know what would happen? Construction companies would charge more & you'd likely see a decrease in construction projects in Los Angeles.
Want to know the outcome? You won't see more affordable housing you'd see less as construction costs would rise.
laist.com/news/housing...
Want to know the outcome? You won't see more affordable housing you'd see less as construction costs would rise.
laist.com/news/housing...
If the #UnitedStates is aiming to overthrow Maduro's regime there's a real chance we may see #Venezuela become a very unstable country. If the Trump Administration moves to overthrow Maduro's regime anticipate #China & #Russia to try and exploit that situation.
October 27, 2025 at 6:57 PM
If the #UnitedStates is aiming to overthrow Maduro's regime there's a real chance we may see #Venezuela become a very unstable country. If the Trump Administration moves to overthrow Maduro's regime anticipate #China & #Russia to try and exploit that situation.
#Ukraine is likely now unable to utilize Pokrovsk as a key logistics hub.
#Russia'n forces are conducting offensive operations inside of Pokrovsk.
kyivindependent.com/hundreds-of-...
#Russia'n forces are conducting offensive operations inside of Pokrovsk.
kyivindependent.com/hundreds-of-...
Hundreds of Russian troops inside Pokrovsk, military reports
By infiltrating Ukrainian positions in small infantry groups, Russia has accumulated around 200 troops within Pokrovsk, the General Staff reported. These personnel are engaging in "intense" small arms...
kyivindependent.com
October 27, 2025 at 4:48 AM
#Ukraine is likely now unable to utilize Pokrovsk as a key logistics hub.
#Russia'n forces are conducting offensive operations inside of Pokrovsk.
kyivindependent.com/hundreds-of-...
#Russia'n forces are conducting offensive operations inside of Pokrovsk.
kyivindependent.com/hundreds-of-...
#Russia'n forces have advanced into #Ukraine's Kupiansk. This city is a major rail logistics hub and was previously under Russian control but recaptured during Ukraine's 2022 Kharkiv Oblast counteroffensive. Its complete capture by Russia would be significant.
October 20, 2025 at 7:01 PM
#Russia'n forces have advanced into #Ukraine's Kupiansk. This city is a major rail logistics hub and was previously under Russian control but recaptured during Ukraine's 2022 Kharkiv Oblast counteroffensive. Its complete capture by Russia would be significant.
On Sunday a North Korean soldier defected to #SouthKorea over the heavily militarized border between #NorthKorea & South Korea.
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North Korean soldier defects to South Korea across the rivals' heavily fortified border
A North Korean soldier has defected to South Korea across the rivals’ heavily fortified border
abcnews-go-com.cdn.ampproject.org
October 20, 2025 at 2:54 PM
On Sunday a North Korean soldier defected to #SouthKorea over the heavily militarized border between #NorthKorea & South Korea.
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While the ceasefire has held between #Israel & #Hamas there are some limited skirmishes ongoing in #Gaza between Hamas & other clans. It's believed some of these clans are backed by Israel's military & intelligence services.
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Violence between Hamas and gangs flares in Gaza amid Trump ceasefire
The current truce has been marked by flashes of violence in Gaza, including a public killing, as Hamas seeks to regain control over the enclave.
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October 17, 2025 at 3:20 PM
While the ceasefire has held between #Israel & #Hamas there are some limited skirmishes ongoing in #Gaza between Hamas & other clans. It's believed some of these clans are backed by Israel's military & intelligence services.
www-nbcnews-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.nbcn...
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#Syria's Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have in "Principle" agreed to a framework to merge the SDF as a cohesive group into Syria's Army.
apnews.com/article/syri...
apnews.com/article/syri...
Syrian Kurdish forces reach agreement with Damascus to merge with national army, commander says
The Syrian government and the main Kurdish-led force in the country's northeast have agreed in principle to merge the U.S.-backed force into the national army.
apnews.com
October 17, 2025 at 12:37 AM
#Syria's Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have in "Principle" agreed to a framework to merge the SDF as a cohesive group into Syria's Army.
apnews.com/article/syri...
apnews.com/article/syri...
#Russia'n forces conducted strikes on two trains in #Ukraine's Sumy region injuring more than 30 Ukrainians.
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Russian strike hits passenger train in Ukraine, causing casualties
A Russian strike hit a passenger train in Ukraine's northern Sumy region causing casualties among the passengers, regional governor Oleh Hryhorov said on Saturday.
www.reuters.com
October 4, 2025 at 5:49 PM
#Russia'n forces conducted strikes on two trains in #Ukraine's Sumy region injuring more than 30 Ukrainians.
www.reuters.com/business/aer...
www.reuters.com/business/aer...
#Denmark is considering triggering NATO's Article 4 following drone incursions over its airspace.
Denmark had to close its Aalborg Airport temporarily following the drone incursions.
www.foxnews.com/world/denmar...
Denmark had to close its Aalborg Airport temporarily following the drone incursions.
www.foxnews.com/world/denmar...
Denmark considers triggering NATO Article 4 after drones fly over airports
Denmark was forced to halt flights from Aalborg Airport after drone activity was spotted in the country's airspace for the second time this week.
www.foxnews.com
September 25, 2025 at 4:37 PM
#Denmark is considering triggering NATO's Article 4 following drone incursions over its airspace.
Denmark had to close its Aalborg Airport temporarily following the drone incursions.
www.foxnews.com/world/denmar...
Denmark had to close its Aalborg Airport temporarily following the drone incursions.
www.foxnews.com/world/denmar...
#Russia's Air Force violated #Estonia's airspace flying three MIG-31s into Estonia's Airspace for 12 minutes. NATO scrambled Warplanes to intercept the Russian Warplanes.
www.nytimes.com/2025/09/19/w...
www.nytimes.com/2025/09/19/w...
Russian Fighter Jets Enter Airspace of Estonia, a NATO Member
www.nytimes.com
September 19, 2025 at 7:31 PM
#Russia's Air Force violated #Estonia's airspace flying three MIG-31s into Estonia's Airspace for 12 minutes. NATO scrambled Warplanes to intercept the Russian Warplanes.
www.nytimes.com/2025/09/19/w...
www.nytimes.com/2025/09/19/w...
#Ukraine has continued its large-scale impressive attacks on #Russia's oil refineries highlighting the major gaps in Russia's Air Defense capabilities.
www.reuters.com/business/ene...
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Ukraine attacks major Russian refinery with big drone assault
Ukraine launched a big attack with at least 361 drones targeting Russia overnight, sparking a brief fire at the vast Kirishi oil refinery in Russia's northwest, Russian officials said on Sunday, reporting no injuries.
www.reuters.com
September 14, 2025 at 4:39 PM
#Ukraine has continued its large-scale impressive attacks on #Russia's oil refineries highlighting the major gaps in Russia's Air Defense capabilities.
www.reuters.com/business/ene...
www.reuters.com/business/ene...
Saddened and completely shocked by the death of Charlie Kirk. This is a man who had so much passion for what he believed. Charlie Kirk understood the importance of dialogue with not just those you agree with but with those you disagree with.
Condolences to his family & those who knew Charlie.
Condolences to his family & those who knew Charlie.
September 11, 2025 at 3:25 AM
Saddened and completely shocked by the death of Charlie Kirk. This is a man who had so much passion for what he believed. Charlie Kirk understood the importance of dialogue with not just those you agree with but with those you disagree with.
Condolences to his family & those who knew Charlie.
Condolences to his family & those who knew Charlie.
Major unrest in #Nepal as the Nepal Prime Minister resigned following intense protests that has seen 22 killed.
Nepal's Parliament, Supreme Court, homes of key officials & hotels were damaged by protestors.
Nepal's Army has deployed to restore order.
www.nytimes.com/live/2025/09...
Nepal's Parliament, Supreme Court, homes of key officials & hotels were damaged by protestors.
Nepal's Army has deployed to restore order.
www.nytimes.com/live/2025/09...
Live Updates: Nepali Troops Move to Restore Order as Death Toll Rises to 22
www.nytimes.com
September 9, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Major unrest in #Nepal as the Nepal Prime Minister resigned following intense protests that has seen 22 killed.
Nepal's Parliament, Supreme Court, homes of key officials & hotels were damaged by protestors.
Nepal's Army has deployed to restore order.
www.nytimes.com/live/2025/09...
Nepal's Parliament, Supreme Court, homes of key officials & hotels were damaged by protestors.
Nepal's Army has deployed to restore order.
www.nytimes.com/live/2025/09...
In one of the most unprecedented strikes conducted by #Israel's military the IDF conducted a strike inside #Qatar's capital of Doha striking key #Hamas members including the negotiating team for Hamas in Doha.
www.bbc.com/news/live/c7...
www.bbc.com/news/live/c7...
Israel carries out strike on senior Hamas leaders in Qatari capital
A Hamas official says its negotiating team was targeted during a meeting in Doha.
www.bbc.com
September 9, 2025 at 2:07 PM
In one of the most unprecedented strikes conducted by #Israel's military the IDF conducted a strike inside #Qatar's capital of Doha striking key #Hamas members including the negotiating team for Hamas in Doha.
www.bbc.com/news/live/c7...
www.bbc.com/news/live/c7...
#Russia has been conducting drone flights over Eastern #Germany gathering intelligence on #UnitedStates & allied routes used to ferry military weaponry to Ukraine.
These routes in eastern Germany funnels military aid into Poland & then to Ukraine.
www.nytimes.com/2025/08/28/u...
These routes in eastern Germany funnels military aid into Poland & then to Ukraine.
www.nytimes.com/2025/08/28/u...
Russian Drones Are Flying Over U.S. Weapons Routes in Germany, Officials Say
www.nytimes.com
August 29, 2025 at 5:30 PM
#Russia has been conducting drone flights over Eastern #Germany gathering intelligence on #UnitedStates & allied routes used to ferry military weaponry to Ukraine.
These routes in eastern Germany funnels military aid into Poland & then to Ukraine.
www.nytimes.com/2025/08/28/u...
These routes in eastern Germany funnels military aid into Poland & then to Ukraine.
www.nytimes.com/2025/08/28/u...
#Russia has been increasing its bilateral relations with #Egypt increasing overall trade with bilateral trade exceeding $9 Billion in 2024. Russia is increasingly viewing Egypt as it's most important African partner.
africa.businessinsider.com/local/market...
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Egypt rises as Russia’s top African partner with nuclear power at the core
Russia has formally identified Egypt as its largest African trade and economic partner, underscoring the two countries expanding relationship
africa.businessinsider.com
August 28, 2025 at 5:55 AM
#Russia has been increasing its bilateral relations with #Egypt increasing overall trade with bilateral trade exceeding $9 Billion in 2024. Russia is increasingly viewing Egypt as it's most important African partner.
africa.businessinsider.com/local/market...
africa.businessinsider.com/local/market...