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CIA Drone Strike in Venezuela - First Known US Land Operation

U S officials say the CIA carried out a drone strike on a Venezuelan port facility used to load narcotics onto boats The strike marks the first reported US operation on Venezuelan soil and signals a major escalation in the administration's counternarcotics campaign

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98 - Total arrests announced in Minnesota fraud probe by the Justice Department.

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"Hamas will have 'hell to pay' if it fails to disarm" — Donald Trump

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Trump warns Hamas will face hell to pay if it does not disarm

President Trump pressed for Hamas disarmament after meeting Benjamin Netanyahu and warned of severe consequences if the group fails to comply. Officials framed disarmament as a condition for moving the Gaza ceasefire to its next phase.

Netanyahu says Trump will receive Israel Prize in historic break with tradition

Netanyahu publicly moved to honor President Trump while Israeli officials pushed back on claims about a promised pardon for the Israeli leader. The exchange highlighted diplomatic theatrics and conflicting official statements.

CIA conducted drone strike on Venezuelan port facility

U.S. covert and military strikes escalated pressure on drug networks tied to Venezuela, with the CIA and military both linked to recent operations in the region and eastern Pacific. Officials described the actions as targeting narcotics transshipment points and vessels.

China holds large live fire drills around Taiwan

China launched large scale live fire drills encircling Taiwan, signaling a show of force in the region. The exercises involved multiple service branches and raised concerns among regional partners and U.S. officials.

Top Ukrainian commander says POWs are being systematically executed by Russia

Reports from the front and diplomatic arena signal continuing high stakes in the Russia Ukraine war, including alleged systematic executions of prisoners and major incidents tied to the conflict. Kyiv and Washington continue negotiations over long term security guarantees.

China condemns Israel over recognition of Somaliland

Israel's diplomatic recognition of Somaliland ignited international backlash at the United Nations and drew condemnations from regional powers. The move has geopolitical reverberations across the Horn of Africa and beyond.

DHS launches massive investigation into suspected fraud in Minnesota

Federal authorities launched an escalating probe into alleged large scale fraud in Minnesota social services, prompting arrests and federal action. The rapidly unfolding enforcement posture includes both criminal charges and funding freezes.

Independent journalist Nick Shirley sparks national attention with viral daycare footage

A viral video and independent reporting sparked wide federal scrutiny of alleged taxpayer fraud at Minnesota daycare and social services operations, thrusting an online journalist into the spotlight and prompting high level federal involvement.

Massive winter storm generates life threatening conditions across US

A powerful winter storm and related bomb cyclone produced life threatening blizzard and wind conditions across wide swaths of the United States, disrupting post holiday travel and generating regional emergency alerts.

National Guard deploying to New Orleans for New Year security

Security preparations and event cancellations marked New Year plans as cities reassessed threats following last year’s attacks. Authorities moved to bolster forces and some organizers scrapped events amid safety concerns.

Judge orders transcripts and audio from closed Tyler Robinson hearing to be public

Judicial orders opened previously sealed courtroom materials in the high profile killing of Charlie Kirk, forcing the release of transcripts and audio from a closed hearing. The decisions expand public access to pretrial proceedings.

Search widens as missing Texas teen’s ex boyfriend vows to keep looking

Search operations continued for a Texas teen missing since Christmas Eve with authorities warning she may be in imminent danger. Family and volunteers expanded efforts as law enforcement followed new leads.

Autopsy reports for Rob and Michele Reiner sealed at LAPD request

Authorities sealed autopsy records in the homicide probe of Rob and Michele Reiner, fueling public questions as the investigation continues under court order. Officials said the sealed filings were sought by investigators as the probe advances.

Saudi Arabia bombs Mukalla port in Yemen over alleged UAE weapons shipment

Saudi Arabia conducted airstrikes in Yemen targeting a port city after accusing the UAE of shipping weapons to separatists. The strikes escalated tensions among Gulf partners and prompted evacuations and regional concern.

Protests erupt across Iran after currency plunges to record low

Mass protests erupted across Iran after the rial plunged to record lows, triggering strikes and street clashes with security forces. Economic collapse and political unrest combined to intensify nationwide demonstrations.

China’s CNOOC announces massive Bohai Sea oilfield discovery

Energy and tech headlines reshaped markets as China announced a major Bohai Sea oil discovery and chipmakers reported record revenue tied to the AI boom. Market moves and futures trading reflected investor reaction to those developments.

Sources say Meta to acquire AI agent firm Manus in multibillion dollar deal

Meta continued aggressive AI expansion with the acquisition of Manus, an AI agent developer, and pledged structural changes to the startup’s ownership and China operations. The deal capped a year of big tech AI investments.

Trump says he may sue Fed chair Jerome Powell for gross incompetence

President Trump renewed public attacks on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell while signaling plans to name a successor. The escalating rhetoric included threats of legal action and suggested a confrontation over central bank policy.

China plans strict AI rules to protect children and curb harms

China moved to tighten AI rules focusing on child safety and other societal risks as nations race to regulate powerful systems. Policymakers signaled tougher oversight of humanlike AI and content moderation.

Trump meets Zelensky at Mar a Lago as diplomacy intensifies

High level meetings at Mar a Lago included President Trump and Ukraine’s Zelensky as part of a U S led diplomatic push toward a ceasefire and security guarantees. Officials described progress on guarantees even as territorial disputes persist.

FBI says it foiled a New Years Eve terror plot in California

Federal authorities disrupted a suspected New Year’s Eve terror plot and released new court details in long running Jan 6 pipe bomb investigations. Confessions and court memoranda offered fresh details on motives and plots.

CMS announces 50 billion dollars in grants to modernize rural health care

Washington rolled out a $50 billion rural health fund to modernize care in small town America while states prepare for phased disbursements. The program carries new rules and political scrutiny over allocation.

Judge pauses Georgia execution over questions about clemency process

A Georgia judge temporarily halted an execution citing concerns about the clemency process and potential conflicts of interest, pausing the case while further review occurs. The ruling adds to legal scrutiny of death penalty procedures.

Hamas confirms deaths of five senior leaders in recent strikes

Hamas confirmed the deaths of multiple senior leaders following Israeli operations, underscoring persistent kinetic activity in Gaza and complicating ceasefire dynamics. The losses mark consequential shifts within the militant group's leadership.

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"I just had a good and very productive telephone call with President Putin of Russia prior to my meeting, at 1:00 P.M. today, with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine. The meeting will take place in the main dining room of Mar-a-Lago. Press is invited. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DJT"