Trump's Venezuela Raid Signals New 'Might is Right' Era
The audacious US capture of Venezuela's Maduro marks a stark start to 2026, shifting global focus to hard power and defence. Analysis of the fallout for allies and adversaries.
Category : Defence Security
Maduro in US court as world condemns Trump's Venezuela raid
Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro faces US court after dramatic capture. Global leaders condemn Trump's military action as a 'crime of aggression'. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
Trump's Greenland Ambitions Risk NATO Crisis
Donald Trump doubles down on plans to annex Greenland for 'national security', sparking a fierce diplomatic row with Denmark and warnings of a NATO collapse. Read the latest.
Trump's Greenland Threat Could End NATO, Warns Denmark
Danish PM Mette Frederiksen warns NATO would be 'finished' if the US attacks Greenland, as Sir Keir Starmer backs her stance. Read the latest on the escalating diplomatic crisis.
Russian drone attack hits Kyiv hospital ahead of peace talks
Russian overnight strikes killed two, including at a Kyiv hospital, forcing evacuations in -8C cold. The attacks come as European leaders gather in Paris to seek a breakthrough on a Ukraine peace plan.
Arizona Supreme Court evacuated over explosive package
The Arizona Supreme Court building in Phoenix was evacuated on Monday after a suspicious package tested positive for explosives. The nearby Department of Education was also cleared. Read the latest updates.
Venezuela US Strikes: UK Letters Condemn Trump's Actions
UK readers react to Trump's Venezuela intervention, warning it breaches international law and sets a dangerous global precedent. Calls grow for a European-led alliance to challenge US actions.
Ukraine's Spy Chief Malyuk Forced Out, Reassigned
President Zelenskyy sacks SBU head Vasyl Malyuk, a hero of daring raids. Malyuk will now lead special operations to inflict maximum damage on Russian forces. Read the full story.
Legal experts condemn US capture of Venezuela's Maduro
International law experts tell Sky News the US military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was illegal, setting a dangerous global precedent. Read the full analysis.
Hegseth Censures Senator Kelly Over Military Comments
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has formally censured Senator Mark Kelly and begun proceedings that could strip the Arizona Democrat of his retired military rank and pension. This follows a video where Kelly urged troops to refuse unlawful orders.
Intruder detained at JD Vance's Ohio home after window smashed
A man attempted to break into US Vice President JD Vance's Cincinnati residence, smashing a window with a hammer. Secret Service agents detained the suspect, who also vandalised a security vehicle. Read the full details.
Trump's Venezuela Invasion Sets Dangerous Global Precedent
Analysis: Donald Trump's military incursion into Venezuela, justified by drug charges against Maduro, blatantly violates international law and risks emboldening autocrats worldwide. Read the full breakdown.
Intruder detained at US Vice President's Ohio home
A man was detained at JD Vance's Cincinnati residence after breaking a window with a hammer. The Vice President was not home during the incident. Read the latest details.
Arrest after attack on JD Vance's Cincinnati home
An intruder smashed windows at US Vice-President JD Vance's Ohio residence with a hammer. The VP was not home. One man is in custody following the overnight incident.
Where could Trump strike next after Venezuela?
Following the capture of Venezuela's Maduro, President Trump's comments suggest further military interventions. We analyse the potential targets: Colombia, Cuba, Mexico, Greenland, and Iran.
Trump's Greenland Demand Threatens NATO Alliance
President Trump renews US claim to Greenland, citing defence needs. Denmark's PM firmly rejects annexation, warning of disrespect to a close ally and raising fears of a Venezuela-style operation.
UK's National Security Under Threat, Says Brandon Lewis
Former Conservative Chairman Brandon Lewis argues national security is the bedrock of economic prosperity. He warns of urgent threats from Russia and China, and calls for faster defence innovation. Read the full analysis.
General: Trump's military purge reminiscent of Stalin
Retired Major General Paul Eaton warns Donald Trump's politicisation of the US armed forces could have dire long-term consequences, drawing parallels to 1940s Soviet purges.
JD Vance's home attacked, Secret Service swarms scene
Secret Service agents descended on Vice President JD Vance's Cincinnati home after several windows were smashed. At least one person is in custody following the incident.
Maduro in US court after controversial Venezuela capture
Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is set to appear in a New York court on serious drugs and weapons charges following a deadly US military raid in Caracas. Read the full story on the controversial intervention.
Maduro seized by US forces, faces drug charges in New York
US forces capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in Caracas. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez offers collaboration as Trump warns of further action. Latest updates.
Maduro Captured by US Forces, Faces Trial in New York
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro captured by US special forces in a night raid. He faces narco-terrorism charges in New York. Analysis of the operation and its global consequences.
Maduro captured in US military operation, faces trial in New York
Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro was seized in a dramatic US operation and is now on trial in New York. We analyse the global fallout for the rules-based order.
Ukraine Escalates Drone Attacks on Russia, Moscow Claims
Russia accuses Kyiv of a major escalation in drone warfare, with attacks deep into its territory. Read the latest on the conflict's evolving dynamics.
European Defence Spending Soars Amid Trump & Ukraine Fears
European nations are urgently boosting defence budgets, driven by the Ukraine war and a potential Trump return. Discover the key trends reshaping the continent's security strategy.
Venezuela on Edge After US Raid Captures President Maduro
Following a dramatic US military operation in Caracas, Venezuelans face an uncertain future. Read eyewitness accounts of fear, anger, and the tense calm gripping the capital.
US Keeps Force in Caribbean After Maduro Capture
Following the dramatic seizure of Nicolás Maduro, the US maintains a major military presence near Venezuela, warning interim leader Delcy Rodríguez to comply with Washington's demands or face consequences.
How US Captured Venezuela's Maduro in 148-Minute Raid
A detailed account of the meticulously planned US operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, involving 150 aircraft and months of surveillance. Discover the dramatic events of 3 January.
US seizes Venezuela's Maduro in military strike
Donald Trump orders military action in Venezuela, seizing President Nicolás Maduro. The US vows to 'run' the country, sparking global alarm over a dangerous new precedent. Read the full analysis.
Chinese 'Kill Switch' Fear for UK Electric Buses
British security services warn hundreds of Chinese-made electric buses could be remotely disabled. Discover the risks and the government's response.
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