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  • Is a major geopolitical shift unfolding? 🌍 Today's headlines reveal a fraught intertwining of military operations and political maneuvers. Let's dive into the most critical updates. 📊

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    • Latest news bulletin | January 4th, 2026 – Morning
  • 🚨US Military Action in Venezuela: The dramatic capture of Nicolás Maduro has sent shockwaves through Latin America. The US plans to 'run' Venezuela temporarily. 🛬 How will this reshape US-Latin relations? According to The Guardian.

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    • This map of northern Venezuela shows the locations of the military strikes on Saturday Jan. 3 2026.
  • 🎭 Russia's Response: Following the US intervention, Russia issued a strong condemnation and reaffirmed its support for Venezuela. It raises questions about regional alliances. 🤔 What will be the fallout for US-Russian relations? As reported by ISW.

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    • This picture taken on January 3, 2026 and released by North Korea’s official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) via KNS on January 4, 2026 shows North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visiting a factory involved in making tactical guided weapons, at an undisclosed place in North Korea
  • 📉 Civilian Casualties: Initial reports suggest at least 40 people were killed during the US operation. This raises ethical questions about military interventions. 💔 How will this impact the perception of US policies abroad? According to The Guardian.

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    • The site of a drone attack on a hotel in Khroly on January 1, 2026, is seen in this handout photo released by Russia-appointed governor of the Kherson region, Vladimir Saldo
  • 💼 Oil Industry Implications: Trump stated that US oil companies will heavily invest to modernize Venezuela's oil infrastructure. What does this mean for global oil markets? ⛽ How might this play into the ongoing energy crisis? As reported by The Guardian.

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    • President Donald Trump speaks at his Mar-a-Lago club on January 3, 2026, in Palm Beach, Florida.
  • Which of these developments surprises you most? Share your thoughts below!

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