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Hotly contested AUKUS alliance gains strength
The US, Australia, and UK have signed a key deal in their nuclear sub alliance
Australia’s Defence Minister Peter Dutton has signed an agreement to exchange sensitive ‘naval nuclear and propulsion information” between their nations.
The hotly contested programme will equip Australia’s navy with nuclear-powered submarines in a new defence alliance with Britain and the US.
It’s the first agreement on the technology to be publicly signed since the three countries announced the alliance in September.
The AUKUS agreement has angered China
AUKUS seeks to confront tensions in the Pacific where conflict between China and the U-S is growing.
Under the deal Australia will obtain eight nuclear-powered submarines that are capable of long-range missions.
The communist nation has labeled it an “extremely irresponsible” threat to stability in the region.
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U.S. keeps Greenland in focus as Rubio signals all options remain
US sharpens focus on Greenland; Rubio emphasizes ongoing strategic interest ahead of diplomatic talks with Denmark.
US sharpens focus on Greenland; Rubio emphasizes ongoing strategic interest ahead of diplomatic talks with Denmark.
The United States is sharpening its focus on Greenland, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirming that Washington is keeping every option on the table. His comments come ahead of a high-level diplomatic meeting with Danish leaders next week.
The visit is seen as a signal of President Donald Trump’s ongoing strategic interest in the Arctic territory, which holds growing geopolitical and security significance as global competition in the region intensifies.
While the administration has not outlined specific next steps, the message from Washington is clear that Greenland remains firmly on the US agenda.
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U.S. seizes Venezuelan oil tankers Marinera and Sophia amid legal turmoil
U.S. seizes two oil tankers linked to Venezuela, escalating efforts against oil smuggling and raising international legal concerns.
U.S. seizes two oil tankers linked to Venezuela, escalating efforts against oil smuggling and raising international legal concerns.
In a dramatic escalation of its campaign against Venezuelan oil smuggling, the U.S. has seized two oil tankers linked to Caracas. The Russian-flagged Marinera — formerly known as the Bella-1 — was captured in the North Atlantic after a weeks-long chase by U.S. forces, who allege it was violating sanctions tied to Venezuelan and Iranian oil. This rare high-seas seizure has drawn international attention due to the change of flag and the involvement of Russian maritime interests.
Meanwhile, a second vessel, the Sophia, was taken in the Caribbean in a coordinated operation against alleged sanctioned shipments. U.S. authorities describe these moves as part of a broader effort to clamp down on illicit oil flows and enforce sanctions by interdicting vessels before they can deliver crude to sanctioned buyers. The Sophia was reportedly operating with its tracking systems off, a tactic used in “dark fleet” smuggling operations.
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While the White House defends the operations as necessary to uphold sanctions and curb illicit oil trafficking, legal experts and foreign governments — especially Russia — are questioning the legality of boarding and seizing foreign-flagged ships in international waters. The debate over maritime law and sanctions enforcement is heating up as the U.S. signals it will continue to aggressively target Venezuela’s oil network.
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Venezuela’s opposition leader vows return and calls for free elections
Maria Corina Machado plans return to Venezuela, urging fair elections and release of political prisoners amid political pressure.
Maria Corina Machado plans return to Venezuela, urging fair elections and release of political prisoners amid political pressure.
Venezuela’s opposition leader Maria Corina Machado says she plans to return home as she renews calls for a free and fair election, despite ongoing political pressure and legal threats against her. Her return would mark a major test for the country’s fragile democratic movement.
Machado is currently under investigation by authorities aligned with President Nicolas Maduro, accused of inciting insurrection. Meanwhile, loyalists from Maduro’s Socialist Party continue to hold key positions of power, complicating efforts to shift Venezuela’s political direction.
She is also calling for the immediate release of political prisoners, arguing it is a necessary first step towards restoring democracy and rebuilding trust in the country’s institutions.
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