Trump Vows to Strike Iran ‘Very Hard’ Over Protest Crackdown
President Trump warned on January 8, 2026, he would strike Iran “very hard” if authorities harm peaceful protesters, as Tehran lashes out at what it calls U.S. hostility.
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US Senate Moves to Limit Trump’s Military Actions in Venezuela
Senate advances a resolution to limit President Trump’s military actions in Venezuela by invoking the War Powers Act, following the Jan. 3 raid and earlier strikes.
Myanmar Frees Thousands Ahead of Independence Day Amnesty
In this week’s Asia News Wrap, Myanmar’s junta freed thousands of prisoners ahead of the January 4 Independence Day amnesty, sparking hope amid ongoing tensions.
Finland Warns: Trump’s Greenland Threats ‘Worrying’
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen called President Trump’s comments on Greenland ‘worrying’, reaffirming support for Denmark and raising concerns over threats to NATO allies.
Ex-Senator Jorge Visbal Martelo Arrested Over Paramilitary Ties
Jorge Anibal Visbal Martelo, ex-Colombian senator and livestock federation head, was arrested on Jan. 8 for alleged paramilitary ties, highlighting Colombia’s push against political impunity.
BRICS on Alert: Monitoring Venezuela After Recent US Moves
BRICS members are closely monitoring Venezuela after recent US operations, raising questions about sovereignty, international law and Global South solidarity.
What’s Next for Venezuela? Analyst Farid Kahhat on the U.S. Operation’s Fallout
Peruvian analyst Farid Kahhat breaks down the fallout of the U.S. operation in Venezuela and what lies ahead.
Protests Erupt After ICE Agent Kills Minneapolis Woman
After a fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis on Jan. 7, protestors and Democratic lawmakers demand answers and justice, igniting a heated debate over immigration enforcement.
A Year After the Eaton Fire, Altadena Survivors Face Insurance Hurdles
A year after the Eaton Fire devastated Southern California, survivors in Altadena still face mounting insurance disputes, slow compensation, and dwindling housing aid.
Trump’s Threat to Seize Greenland Sparks Global Concern
Anxiety is mounting after U.S. President Trump suggested military action to seize Greenland, a proposal widely rejected in Europe and by members of his own party.