Fresh US military strike in Caribbean targets alleged drug vessel, killing three. This latest action continues the Trump administration’s campaign against narco-trafficking. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/world/us-military-strike-suspected-drug-boat-caribbean-kills-3-dbl1ox82?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #USStrike #DrugTrafficking #Caribbean #Trump #Boat

Austinites with ties to Venezuela react to Maduro capture

Tensions between the United States and Venezuela have been escalating over the last few months and on Saturday it hit a boiling point.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austinites-with-ties-to-venezuela-react-to-maduro-capture/

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Understanding the U.S. Strike on Venezuela | Explainer - https://youtu.be/wu9QSeAI22I?si=xv8ZlFAnilA_6NJE #HeatherCoxRichardson #Venezuela #USStrike #Maduro #NicolasMaduro #RBIO #RulesBasedInternationalOrder

Most Wanted Nicolas Maduro: बस ड्राइवर से राष्ट्रपति और अब अमेरिकी कैदी कौन हैं निकोलस मादुरो? जिसके बेडरूम तक जा पहुंची ट्रंप की सेना! #NicolasMaduro #DonaldTrump #VenezuelaCrisis #MaduroArrested #NarcoTerrorism #USStrike #InternationalNews #HindiNews #Geopolitics #Caracas #Venezuela #WorldNews #NicolasMaduro #USMilitary #Geopolitics #Venezuela #History #MaduroCaptured #Trump #BreakingNews

https://vrnewslive.com/most-wanted-nicolas-maduro-bus-driver-to-president/

Former Indian envoy says US strikes in Venezuela will not significantly affect India, citing limited trade ties and modest ONGC investment amid Caracas crisis https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/india/ongc-has-some-investment-but-ex-envoy-on-impact-of-us-strikes-in-venezuela-on-india-w33hsk79?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #VenezuelaCrisis #ONGC #IndiaVenezuela #USStrike #Caracas

Insecurity: 5 key details regarding Tinubu’s US helicopter deal

​Story Highlights

Amid rising tension over national safety, President Bola Tinubu has confirmed the pending arrival of American combat aircraft to boost military strength. From the specific order of four helicopters to the controversial timeline and the renewed push for state police, here are the five essential facts regarding the government’s latest security strategy.

• ​1. The American hardware order
• ​2. Turning to Turkey for help
• ​3. The timeline and public trust
• ​4. State police is coming
• ​5. The US strike context
• ​Conclusion

​President Bola Tinubu has formally announced that the Nigerian Air Force will soon receive four attack helicopters from the United States. This significant disclosure came during a high profile meeting on Friday, December 26, 2025, at his private residence in Lagos.

​The president spoke directly to a delegation from the Christian Association of Nigeria, led by Archbishop Daniel Okoh, about the government’s efforts to end the current wave of violence. While bandits and insurgents continue to test the nation’s resolve, the administration insists that new hardware and structural changes will restore peace.

​1. The American hardware order

​The federal government has placed a firm order for four specialized attack helicopters from the United States. President Tinubu revealed this specific detail to show that his administration is actively upgrading the military’s arsenal rather than just making empty promises.

​These aircraft are not ordinary transport vehicles but are built for combat to counter the guerrilla tactics used by insurgents. The arrival of these machines aims to give the Nigerian military the upper hand in the ongoing fight against terrorism in the north.

​2. Turning to Turkey for help

​While the United States remains a key partner, the president admitted that relying on one source is not enough. He disclosed that the government has also approached Turkey for additional military assistance to ensure the armed forces have what they need.

​This move diversifies Nigeria’s defense partnerships and reduces the risk of total dependence on American supply chains. It suggests a broader strategy where the government seeks support from any willing global power to secure the nation’s borders.

​3. The timeline and public trust

​President Tinubu acknowledged that the delay in the arrival of these helicopters has negatively affected how the public views his administration. He explained that military hardware is expensive and not available to buy off the shelf like regular commercial goods.

​The president noted that these manufacturing and shipping delays create a gap between government action and public expectation. However, recent events show the US is already active in the region, as seen when Trump confirms US strike in ISIS in Nigeria, proving that military cooperation is ongoing despite the hardware delays.

​4. State police is coming

​Beyond buying weapons, the president made a strong commitment to structural reform by promising that community and state police will become a reality. He stated that the only hurdle remaining is for the National Assembly to complete the necessary legislative work.

​This statement marks a major shift towards decentralizing security and allowing states to manage their own safety challenges. It directly answers the long standing call for local policing to better handle crimes that federal forces often struggle to contain.

​5. The US strike context

​This announcement follows a period of intense military activity involving American forces on Nigerian soil. Just a day prior, President Donald Trump announced that American forces had struck targets in the North West, killing several terrorists.

​The Nigerian government later confirmed these operations were collaborative efforts. However, these foreign interventions have sparked debate, with critics raising concerns about sovereignty, while activists like Sowore slams Tinubu over US military operation in Nigeria, questioning the transparency of such foreign military engagements.

​Conclusion

​The arrival of these helicopters represents a tangible step in the government’s war against insecurity, yet the delay highlights the complex nature of international defense deals. 

As the nation awaits the delivery of this hardware and the legislative approval for state police, the focus remains on whether these measures will finally bring the promised peace and prosperity.

U.S. launches strikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria, Trump says - CBS News
#unitedstates #nigeria #isis #trumpadministration #donaldtrump #usstrike #newsheadlines
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/u-s-launches-strikes-on-isis-targets-in-nigeria-trump-says/?ftag=CNM-00-10aag9b

Pentagon chief confirms three killed in a US strike on a suspected drug-trafficking vessel in the Caribbean https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/world/us-strike-drug-smuggling-vessel-caribbean-rfg1yjg7?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #Pentagon #DrugTrafficking #Caribbean #USStrike #LatestNews

Trump Confirms U.S Strike Killed 6 Narco-Terrorists Near Venezuela Coast

Trump Confirms U.S Strike Killed 6 Narco-Terrorists Near Venezuela Coast #trump #usstrike #venezuela #otvnews --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- OdishaTV is Odisha's no 1 News Channel. OTV being the first private satellite TV channel in Odisha carries the onus of charting a course that behoves its pioneering efforts.…

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U.S. Strike Destroyed One Iranian Nuclear Site, New Report Reveals

U.S. strikes destroyed Iran’s Fordow site, delaying enrichment for two years, but Natanz and Isfahan remain partially operational, says new report. Slug: us-strike-destroys-one-iranian-nuclear-site Hashtags: #Iran #USStrike #NuclearProgram #MiddleEast #BreakingNews

https://ragex.co/u-s-strike-destroyed-one-iranian-nuclear-site-new-report-reveals/

South Korea’s major financial groups, including KB and Shinhan, have activated emergency response systems as the US strike on Iran heightens global market volatility, prompting intensified risk monitoring and scenario planning.
#YonhapInfomax #USStrike #ShinhanFinancialGroup #KBFinancialGroup #MarketVolatility #EmergencyResponseSystem #Economics #FinancialMarkets #Banking #Securities #Bonds #StockMarket
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US strikes on Iran are expected to drive down interest rates and increase market volatility, with historical data showing bond yields typically decline after Middle East crises.
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Blackouts are spreading. Food and cash shortages are already hitting cities like Khuzestan. Civilians are terrified. War doesn’t start with sirens. It starts with silence. #Iran #USstrike #StopTheWar 2/3

The South Korean Presidential Office convened an emergency meeting to assess security and economic risks after the US conducted strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, as tensions escalate in the Middle East.
#YonhapInfomax #PresidentialOffice #USStrike #IranianNuclearFacilities #SecurityMeeting #DonaldTrump #Economics #FinancialMarkets #Banking #Securities #Bonds #StockMarket
https://en.infomaxai.com/news/articleView.html?idxno=68640

Blackouts are spreading.
Food and cash shortages are already hitting cities like Khuzestan.
Civilians are terrified.

War doesn’t start with sirens.
It starts with silence.

#Iran #USstrike #StopTheWar
2/3

BREAKING: U.S. airstrike hits Iranian military target. War drums beat louder with every election cycle. The question isn’t if this escalates—it’s how far we’re willing to let it go. Eyes open. Stay loud. Stay informed. #Iran #USstrike #MiddleEast #NoMoreWar

BREAKING: U.S. airstrike hits Iranian military target.

War drums beat louder with every election cycle.

The question isn’t if this escalates—it’s how far we’re willing to let it go.

Eyes open. Stay loud. Stay informed.

#Iran #USstrike #MiddleEast #NoMoreWar

👇🇸🇾🇺🇸"US says strike in Syria has killed senior Islamic State leader"
#ISIS #Syria #USStrike
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/apr/04/syria-us-strike-islamic-state-leader-khalid-aydd-ahmad-al-jabouri