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US seizes sanctioned oil tanker off Venezuela, sparking piracy row

The United States has seized a sanctioned oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela in a move that sharply escalates tensions with President Nicolás Maduro’s government and jolts global oil markets. President Donald Trump confirmed the operation on December 10, describing the vessel as a “very large” tanker and hinting that “other things” were also happening in the area.​ US officials say the supertanker was carrying sanctioned crude linked to Venezuela and Iran as part of an illicit shipping network that allegedly supports foreign terrorist organisations. Attorney General Pam Bondi said on X that a US seizure warrant was executed by the FBI, Homeland Security, the Coast Guard and supporting military units.​ Video released by US authorities shows helicopters approaching the vessel and armed personnel in camouflage fast roping onto its deck to take control. The ship, previously sanctioned by […]

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US Congress panels decry Nigeria IDP crisis, demand stronger action

The United States House Appropriations Committee has reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to tackling religious persecution worldwide, placing fresh emphasis on Nigeria’s worsening internal displacement crisis. In a post on its official X handle, the committee said America “will not look away as innocent lives are stolen,” noting that an on the ground mission to Nigeria was ordered by President Donald Trump to inform a report on Christian persecution and guide policy recommendations.​ The visit was led by Congressman Riley Moore as head of a US lawmakers’ delegation, a trip confirmed by Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu. According to both sides, the mission aimed to deepen counter terrorism cooperation, support regional stability and strengthen the strategic security partnership between Nigeria and the United States.​ During the trip, Moore travelled to Benue State, where he met Tiv and Catholic leaders and visited […]

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Trump moves to end US birthright citizenship, says it was for slaves’ children

US President Donald Trump has again defended his bid to end birthright citizenship, claiming the constitutional guarantee was meant for the children of enslaved people, not for wealthy immigrants or temporary visitors. He argued that the Citizenship Clause of the 14th Amendment, adopted after the Civil War, was designed for “the babies of slaves” and has since been “abused” by rich foreigners seeking US passports for their children.​ Trump signed an executive order on his first day back in office in January 2025, directing federal agencies to stop automatically recognising as citizens most children born in the US to non citizens. Under the order, babies born 30 days after his inauguration would no longer receive birthright citizenship if neither parent is a US citizen or permanent resident.​ Multiple federal courts quickly blocked the order, prompting a legal fight that has […]

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Netanyahu to meet Trump on Gaza plan December 29

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet United States President Donald Trump on December 29 to discuss the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire plan. An Israeli government spokesperson, Shosh Bedrosian, confirmed the date and said the talks will focus on future steps, phases of the plan and a possible international stabilisation force.​ The meeting will take place in the United States, with Israeli and US media reporting that it is expected to be held either at the White House or at Trump’s Mar a Lago resort in Florida. It will be Netanyahu’s first visit to the US since the Trump administration brokered a ceasefire and hostage release that effectively ended two years of intense fighting in Gaza.​ Netanyahu has said he wants to use the talks to address the second phase of the US sponsored Gaza plan, including how […]

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Zelensky meets Pope, refines response to new US peace plan

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has met Pope Leo XIV in Italy as he prepares an updated response to a revised United States plan to end Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The meeting took place at the Pope’s country residence in Castel Gandolfo near Rome, during a wider European tour focused on talks with allies about war and peace efforts.​ Zelensky said Washington had cut its original 28-point proposal to 20 points after intensive talks with Ukrainian officials over the weekend. He explained that Ukrainian and European negotiators will now work through those 20 points and that Kyiv will send its formal, revised position to the United States soon.​ According to Zelensky, the main obstacles in the US plan involve possible territorial concessions and the level of long-term security guarantees for Ukraine. He stressed that Ukraine has no legal or moral right […]

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US slams visa ban on Nigerians linked to anti-Christian attacks

The United States has announced new visa bans targeting Nigerians accused of involvement in anti-Christian violence and other serious violations of religious freedom.​ US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the restrictions would apply to individuals who knowingly direct, authorise, fund, support or carry out attacks and abuses against Christians and other religious minorities, as well as to their immediate family members.​ He explained that the decision was a response to mass killings and violence linked to radical Islamist groups, Fulani militias and other armed actors in Nigeria, and warned that the same policy could be used against abusers in other countries.​ The visa measures are being implemented under Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the US Immigration and Nationality Act, which allows Washington to deny entry to foreign nationals whose presence is considered against US foreign policy or security interests.​ Although the […]

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Kremlin open to multiple Ukraine talks with US

The Kremlin has said Russia is ready to hold as many rounds of talks with the United States as necessary on the war in Ukraine following recent high-level contacts between the two countries.​ Presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters that no single meeting could solve all issues, but stressed that Moscow was prepared to continue discussions if Washington showed “political will” to seek a settlement.​ Peskov repeated Russia’s position that any negotiations must take account of what it calls “new realities on the ground”, a reference to Ukrainian territories claimed and occupied by Russian forces.​ He also argued that the involvement of the US and other Western states in supplying weapons to Kyiv was prolonging the conflict, while insisting that Moscow remained open to dialogue on security guarantees and broader stability in Europe.​ The comments come amid renewed diplomatic activity […]

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US halts immigration applications from 19 countries

The United States government has announced a temporary halt to immigration applications from 19 countries, citing security, documentation, and cooperation concerns with the affected states.​ US officials said the move targets countries that have failed to meet required standards on identity verification, information sharing, or the repatriation of their citizens who are ordered to leave the US.​ The suspension affects several categories of immigration, including some family-based, work-related, and other visa programmes, although limited exemptions may apply for humanitarian or urgent cases.​ Authorities stressed that the measure is under ongoing review and could be lifted once the listed countries improve cooperation on security checks, travel documents, and migration management.​ Governments of the affected nations have been formally notified and urged to work with US agencies to resolve outstanding issues and restore full immigration processing as soon as possible.

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US envoy to meet Putin over Ukraine war talks

A senior United States envoy is scheduled to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow for high‑level talks focused on efforts to end the war in Ukraine.​ According to US officials, the visit is part of renewed diplomatic contacts aimed at exploring conditions for a possible ceasefire and a broader political settlement, while reaffirming support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.​ The envoy is expected to raise issues such as security guarantees, withdrawal of Russian forces, prisoner exchanges, and protection of civilian infrastructure, alongside discussions on how any agreement could be monitored and enforced.​ Russian authorities have signalled that they are willing to listen to proposals but insist that any negotiations must reflect what they describe as “realities on the ground”, including territories currently under Russian control.​ Western allies are being briefed on the mission, and Washington has stressed that […]

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US Green Card Review Hits 10 African Countries

The United States government has ordered a sweeping review of all Green Cards issued to immigrants from 19 countries, including 10 in Africa, following the November 26 attack on National Guard troops in Washington, D.C. The Trump administration announced the move after the detained suspect was identified as a 29 year old Afghan who had previously worked with US forces and was granted asylum in April 2025, not permanent residency.​ In a directive posted on X, US Citizenship and Immigration Services Director Joseph Edlow said President Donald Trump had ordered a rigorous re examination of every Green Card held by immigrants from designated “countries of concern.” He stressed that protecting Americans was paramount and blamed what he described as the prior administration’s “reckless resettlement policies” for current risks.​ Under the new policy, USCIS officers can now apply “negative, country specific […]

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