January 8, 2026

Trump Says US Role in Venezuela May Last Years, Plans to Take Control of Oil

US President Donald Trump says America’s role in Venezuela could continue for years after US forces seized Nicolás Maduro. He vows to run the country’s oil industry and control oil sales indefinitely. Opposition leader María Corina Machado calls Maduro’s ouster an irreversible step toward freedom.

January 8, 2026

US Vice-President JD Vance Slams Denmark and Europe Over Greenland's Defense Role

US Vice-President JD Vance calls Greenland 'critical' for defense against missile attacks. He says Denmark and Europe have 'not done a good job' in securing the island. The US is discussing buying Greenland, despite Danish refusal. European leaders stand firm on sovereignty and NATO unity.

January 8, 2026

China Cracks Down Hard on Christian Churches with Arrests and Demolition

Nine leaders of the Early Rain Covenant Church in Chengdu were arrested amid China's deepening crackdown on underground Christian groups. In Wenzhou, authorities began demolishing the Yayang Church building, signaling the government's tough stance against churches not controlled by the state.

January 8, 2026

US Suspends Aid to Somalia Over Alleged Illegal Seizure of Food Aid

The US has stopped all aid to Somalia, accusing officials of seizing 76 tonnes of World Food Programme food. This move hits amid Somalia's worsening hunger crisis affecting 4.6 million people.

January 8, 2026

Australia to Deport British Man Over Neo-Nazi Links, Visa Cancelled

Australia is set to deport British man Ryan Turner for alleged ties to a neo-Nazi group. His visa was cancelled, and he faces detention or voluntary return. The government takes a firm stand on hate and extremism.