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TopicNicolas Maduro

Topic: Nicolas Maduro

Oil in a day’s work: US, Venezuela finally restore diplomatic relations after Maduro capture

Trump’s Secy of the Interior Doug Burgum announces resumption of diplomatic relations with interim leader Rodríguez, unlocking new oil & mineral wealth even as Iran conflict continues.

From annexation threat to negotiations: Greenland dispute weakens US leverage

Greenland’s sovereignty defended by allies as US President Donald Trump seeks a 'framework' deal focused on security, not annexation.

US captured Nicolas Maduro in hours. Indian military should learn its precision and planning

For India, the real value lies in understanding the military capabilities and joint war-fighting constructs that made Operation Absolute Resolve possible.

Trump is not merely controlling the backyard. He is disrupting networks that lie beneath

Simplifying Trump-era actions as incoherent misses their strategic logic.

What the US did in Venezuela shows the world is still at the mercy of brute power

India needs to urgently draw attention to the total failure of the United Nations in preventing wars, unilateral sanctions, unlawful interventions and threats to sovereignty.

In photos: Venezuela’s rule by fear endures after Maduro’s capture by US

Even with the Trump administration asserting control of Venezuela, its government appears to be leaning on familiar tools — security patrols, detentions and retaliation.

The Maduro raid: A military victory with no viable endgame

Despite ousting Maduro, the lack of a credible post-raid strategy risks chaos, fragmentation and power vacuums.

A betting platform has got America in a twist. A user made over $400k on Maduro’s removal

A user took positions on the possibility of a regime change in Venezuela on Polymarket. Suspicions have since risen that the bet was made with insider information.

Patrols by armed gangs, journalists detained: Venezuela regroups with new leader, old repression tactics

Heavily armed security forces and pro-government motorcycle gangs known as colectivos were seen roaming Caracas, at times stopping drivers and checking their phones.

92-year-old judge overseeing Maduro case brings history of dealing with Trump

A Bronx native and Columbia Law School graduate, Hellerstein has shown an independent streak through a series of administrations since his 1998 appointment.

On Camera

India’s close encounters with Pakistan on Siachen

Pakistan's SSG team was not adequately provisioned for the inclement weather. If it managed to consolidate its position, the story of Siachen would have been different. 

Recovery of energy flows will be ‘gradual rather than immediate’ as Hormuz re-opens post ceasefire

The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz eases supply fears, but controlled shipping, slow output recovery, and high costs may delay oil flow normalisation for months.

Why Siliguri Corridor is strategically important for India & how it is being secured | Cut The Clutter

This special edition of Cut The Clutter, straight from the Siliguri corridor, details the strategic importance of the narrow strip of land in West Bengal, and how it’s a vital link connecting the Northeast to the rest of India.

Trump, Netanyahu’s Iran gamble: The regime change rebound

American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.