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Thirty-two Cubans killed during US attack on Venezuela

Cuba’s president said military and intelligence operatives were providing protection to captured leader Nicolás Maduro.

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Trump warns new Venezuelan leader as Maduro set to appear in court

Trump said Venezuela’s interim president Delcy Rodríguez could “pay a very big price, probably bigger than Maduro” if she “doesn’t

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Thousands stranded across Europe as Greece airspace disrupted

A fault with radio communications caused air traffic controllers to temporarily suspend arrivals and departures.

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At least 30 killed in attack on Nigeria village

It is the latest in a spate of violent attacks in Niger state, and comes a day after officials said

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Who is Cilia Flores, Venezuela’s once-powerful first lady?

Long seen as one of the most powerful figures in Venezuelan politics, Flores has also faced allegations of corruption and

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From Caracas ‘fort’ to New York court: Maduro’s capture in pictures and maps

Follow the operation to seize the Venezuelan president through photos, satellite images and maps.

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‘Deeply shocked’: World leaders react to US attack on Venezuela

There has been a mixed reaction to a large-scale strike on Venezuela and Maduro’s capture by the US.

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Bowen: Trump’s action could set precedent for authoritarian powers across globe

Trump seems to believe he makes the rules and others cannot have the same privileges.

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Wicked composer latest to cancel Kennedy Center gig after Trump name change

Stephen Schwartz says he will not appear at the arts venue as it “has now become an ideological statement”.

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Brigitte Bardot Foundation issues warning about scam memorabilia

Online adverts tout merchandise of the actress with claims the proceeds will go to her charity, it says.

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Schools to start reopening after Nigeria mass abduction

Schools in “safe and secure areas” will be allowed to reopen after 250 children were taken in November.

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UK and France bomb underground IS arms bunker in Syria

RAF Typhoon jets joined French aircraft in a strike on an Islamic State group arms store in Syria, UK officials

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Police identify 16 more victims of Swiss bar fire

A criminal investigation has been launched into the fire, with families now facing an agonising wait to identify missing loved

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Trump says US will ‘run’ Venezuela and ‘fix oil infrastructure’

The US launched strikes on Venezuela on Saturday in which Maduro and his wife were captured by US forces.

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Trump warning over Iran protests ‘reckless’ says foreign minister

The US president earlier said if peaceful protesters are killed, Washington “will come to their rescue”.

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‘A long road ahead’: Venezuelans react to Maduro’s arrest with hope and worry

Caracas residents worry about what comes after US intervention in their country amid a tense political climate.

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Spies, drones and blowtorches: How the US captured Maduro

An extraordinary mission dubbed “Operation Absolute Resolve” saw elite troops breach the Venezuelan president’s fortified compound.

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Saudi Arabia calls for Yemeni factions to attend ‘dialogue’ in Riyadh

It comes after clashes and an independence bid in southern Yemen bring Saudi and UAE-backed forces into confrontation.

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Missile attack on Kharkiv kills two including child, authorities say

Russian officials say reports of the missile strike are untrue, suggesting the explosion was caused by Ukrainian ammunition.

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How UK plush toy Jellycat conquered China

The plushies bring “emotional value” to Chinese youth navigating economic uncertainty.