International News

US Embassy in Nairobi to Close Tomorrow 19 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

by Chris Omondi -

The United States Embassy in Nairobi will close on Monday, January 19, to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a recognized federal public holiday in the United States.This holiday, celebrated annually on the third Monday of January, honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a pivotal

Trump to Withdraw US From 66 UN and Global Organizations

by Chris Omondi -

US President Donald Trump plans to pull the US out of 66 United Nations and other global groups. These include key spots for work on climate change, peace, and democracy.The White House shared a presidential memo on Wednesday night. Trump said a review found these groups, deals, and pacts go

Japan Nuclear Regulator Probes Security Breach After Staffer Loses Work Phone in China

by Henry Omondi -
Japan Nuclear Regulator Probes Security Breach After Staffer Loses Work Phone in China

Japan’s nuclear watchdog is investigating a potential security breach after one of its employees lost a government-issued phone containing sensitive information while traveling in China, according to local media reports. The employee, who works for the Nuclear Regulation Authority (NRA), reportedly misplaced the phone during a personal visit to Shanghai. The

China’s Top Diplomat Begins Strategic Africa Tour to Boost Beijing’s Influence

by Chris Omondi -

China's top diplomat started his yearly New Year trip to Africa on Wednesday. He targets the key eastern region. The world's second-largest economy aims to boost its clout on the continent.Foreign Minister Wang Yi plans stops in Ethiopia, Somalia, Tanzania, and Lesotho.His visit to Somalia breaks a long gap. No

Trump Warns Venezuela’s New Leader of Severe Consequences

by Chris Omondi -

Donald Trump warned Venezuela's new leader Delcy Rodríguez. She could face a heavy price, even bigger than Nicolás Maduro's, if she fails to act right.He made these remarks to The Atlantic as Maduro, Venezuela's ousted president, prepared for a New York court date on Monday.The US charges Maduro with drug

In the Shadow of the Raid: María Corina Machado’s Hopes Fade as U.S. Backs Stability After Raid

by Henry Omondi -
IN THE SHADOW OF THE RAID: MARÍA CORINA MACHADO'S HOPES DASHED AS U.S. CHOOSES STABILITY OVER DISSIDENT

CARACAS — As Venezuela navigates the turbulent aftermath of Nicolás Maduro’s dramatic capture, the woman long seen by the West as the face of democratic resistance finds herself politically stranded—not by Caracas, but by Washington. María Corina Machado, the Nobel Peace Prize-winning opposition leader who dominated the 2024 primary election, has been

Venezuela Briefly Closes Brazil Border After US Strike on Caracas

by Chris Omondi -

Venezuela shut its border with Brazil for a short time after a US strike on Caracas early in the morning. US troops also took President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.The crossing from Pacaraima in Brazil to Santa Elena de Uairen in Venezuela stayed closed on the Venezuelan side

BREAKING: U.S. Claims Capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in Unprecedented Military Operation

by Henry Omondi -
BREAKING: U.S. Claims Capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in Unprecedented Military Operation In a stunning declaration that has sent shockwaves across the globe, former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that the United States military has captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, First Lady Cilia Flores. The announcement, made via Trump’s Truth Social platform, claims that a “large scale strike” was conducted against Venezuela, resulting in Maduro being “captured and flown out of the Country.” Trump stated the operation was done with U.S. law enforcement and promised further details at a news conference scheduled for 11 A.M. at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida. Operation Details Emerge U.S. officials, speaking to CBS News, have identified the unit responsible as Delta Force, the U.S. Army's elite counter-terrorism unit. If verified, this operation represents an extraordinary and unprecedented direct intervention into a sovereign Latin American nation to extract its sitting head of state, surpassing even the 1989 capture of Panamanian leader Manuel Noriega. The U.S. has long accused Maduro of leading a criminal narco-terfficking organization, charges he vehemently denies. A $50 million reward for information leading to his arrest had been offered by the U.S. State Department. Venezuela in Crisis: Government Reacts From Caracas, the situation remains chaotic and defiant. Venezuela’s Defence Minister, Vladimir Padrino López, announced the immediate deployment of all military forces across the country, calling for united resistance against what he termed "the worst aggression" Venezuela has ever faced. He insisted the armed forces were acting on “Maduro’s orders,” despite the president's absence. Vice President Delcy Rodríguez stated that the government does not know the whereabouts of Maduro or Flores and has demanded “immediate proof of life” from the United States. Political Fallout and Uncertain Future The potential removal of Maduro marks a seismic shift in Venezuelan and regional politics. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, according to Republican Senator Mike Lee, anticipates no further military action now that Maduro is reportedly in U.S. custody. Lee confirmed that Maduro is expected to stand trial on criminal charges in the United States. Supporters of the intervention hope it will pave the way for Venezuela’s opposition, led by figures like María Corina Machado, to assume power. However, analysts warn of severe instability. Maduro retained the loyalty of significant military and paramilitary forces, and his forcible removal could trigger violent unrest and a protracted power struggle. Other members of Maduro's government are likely fearing for their own futures. Historical Parallels and Unanswered Questions The operation draws direct, yet escalated, parallels to the 1989 U.S. invasion of Panama to capture Manuel Noriega. Both leaders were accused by the U.S. of drug trafficking and had claimed victory in disputed elections. However, Noriega’s capture followed a declared war and conventional military invasion, whereas details of the Maduro operation suggest a covert, high-stakes extraction without widespread ground combat. Major questions remain unanswered: Where are Maduro and his wife being held? What is the legal justification cited by the U.S.? How will Venezuela’s institutions and people respond in the coming hours and days? The world now awaits the promised U.S. news conference for further clarity on an event that has redrawn the boundaries of international intervention.

In a stunning declaration that has sent shockwaves across the globe, former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that the United States military has captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, First Lady Cilia Flores. The announcement, made via Trump’s Truth Social platform, claims that a “large scale strike” was