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Venezuelan interim president Delcy Rodriguez hits out at Donald Trump: ‘It was always about oil’

Interim President Delcy Rodriguez said that allegations of drugs, democracy and human rights were levelled by the US because of its interests in Venezuela's 'oil'. Caracas: Venezuelan Interim President Delcy Rodriguez has slammed President Donald Trump for conducting strikes at the Latin American nation and said that allegations of drugs, democracy and human rights were all 'false'. She said that all these allegations were levelled by the United States (US) because of its interests in the country's 'oil', but noted that Venezuela is open to energy relations where 'all parties benefit'. The 56-year-old acting president made the remarks while speaking…

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Three Indians among crew on Russian-flagged oil tanker seized by US off Venezuelan coast

According to a report, the vessel had a 28-member crew. Of these, 17 were Ukrainian nationals. Rest, there were six Georgian nationals and three Indian citizens. The crew also consisted two Russian citizens. Caracas: The Russian-flagged oil tanker Marinera, which was seized by the United States (US) forces on Wednesday in the North Atlantic, consisted three Indians among the crew. The vessel, which was previously called Bella 1 and was linked to Venezuelan oil shipments, had a multinational crew that includes Indians, Russians and Ukrainian nationals. According to a report by Russia Today, the vessel had a 28-member crew. Of these, 17…

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US set to take control of Venezuela’s oil reserves, Donald Trump says ‘going to make lot of money’

Donald Trump also said that the US is "getting along very well" interim Venezuela President Delcy Rodriguez and her government. He said the American oil firms will rebuild the energy infrastructure in Venezuela and it would not cost 'anything' for the US in 'running' the Latin American country. Washington: Days after conducting strikes on Venezuela and capturing President Nicolas Maduro, the United States (US) is set to take control of the oil reserves of the Latin American country, with President Donald Trump saying that it would help Washington 'make a lot of money'. The 79-year-old Republican leader also said that…

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‘Sink some American boats with torpedoes’: Russian MP’s warning to US after Venezuelan oil tanker seizure

Russian MP Alexei Zhuravlev called for attacking with torpedoes, to sink a couple of American coast guard boats - normally, they guard their shore several thousand kilometres away from it. Moscow: Russian MP Alexei Zhuravlev on Thursday issued a sharp warning to the United States after US forces seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic, suggesting Washington could face a military response if it continues what Moscow considers unlawful actions on the high seas. Commenting on the boarding and seizure of the tanker Marinera, previously known as Bella 1, Zhuravlev accused the United States of acting with impunity…

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‘Can play central role’ in South Asia: Sri Lankan MP’s message for India amid turmoil in Bangladesh, Nepal

Namal Rajapaksa said South Asia needs greater regional coherence to withstand emerging crises and respond collectively to shared challenges. India's leadership can play a crucial role in maintaining long-term peace and stability in the region, the Sri Lanka MP added. Colombo: A Sri Lankan MP has called for India's larger role in South Asia amid the ongoing turmoil in Bangladesh and Nepal. Namal Rajapaksa, who is an MP from the Hambantota district, said countries such as Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka have witnessed political turmoil in recent years, which on many occasions 'supported and promoted' by extremist elements.  In a…

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Dipu Chandra Das lynching: Main accused arrested by Bangladesh Police as probe continues

Dipu Chandra Das lynching: In a statement, Mymensingh Additional Superintendent of Police (Administration) Abdullah Al Mamun said that the main accused works as an imam at the Sheikhbari Mosque in Kashar. Dhaka: The Bangladesh Police has arrested the main accused involved in the lynching of Hindu youth Dipu Chandra Das in Mymensingh's Bhaluka, said an official on Thursday. The accused has been identified as 25-year-old Mohammad Yasin Arafat, who was nabbed by the police from Sarulia area on Wednesday afternoon. So far, 21 people have been arrested in the case. In a statement, Mymensingh Additional Superintendent of Police (Administration) Abdullah…

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Trump flips tone, praises Colombia President after fiery cocaine jibe, invites him for White House

Trump has softened his tone towards Colombian President Gustavo Petro after days of heated accusations. Following a cordial phone call, Trump announced that Petro has been invited to the White House for discussions. The shift hints at a potential diplomatic reset between Washington and Bogota. Washington: In a dramatic shift just days after launching sharp attacks against Colombian President Gustavo Petro, US President Donald Trump has now taken a noticeably softer line. Trump revealed on Wednesday night that he had a friendly telephonic conversation with Petro and even invited him to the White House. The turnaround comes days after Trump had…

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US: Minneapolis fury after ICE officer shoots woman dead amid massive Trump’s immigration operation

A federal immigration crackdown in Minneapolis turned deadly when an ICE officer shot a woman inside her vehicle, triggering widespread protests. Mayor Jacob Frey condemned the operation and accused officials of causing chaos and issuing false self-defence claims. Minnesota: A major immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis United States' Minneapolis city took a violent turn when a federal officer shot and killed a woman during an alleged attempt to run over law enforcement personnel. The incident occurred in a quiet residential neighbourhood located south of downtown, just a few blocks from some of the city’s oldest immigrant markets and less than…

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From constitutional objection to Senate showdown: How Rand Paul has consistently opposed Trump’s tariffs

Senator Rand Paul attacked the economic logic of President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff strategy and stated that the policies raise economic, political and constitutional concerns. Washington: US Senator Lindsey Graham on Wednesday announced that President Donald Trump has approved a Russian sanctions bill designed to pressure Moscow to end its war with Ukraine. He revealed the development in a post on X, describing it as a pivotal shift in the US approach to the Russia-Ukraine conflict.  What Lindsey Graham said on bipartisan Russia sanctions bill "After a very productive meeting with President Trump on a variety of issues, he greenlit the…

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US to impose 500% tariff on India and China for Russian oil purchase? Bill gets Trump’s nod

The bill, chiefly written by Graham and Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., allows the administration to impose tariffs and secondary sanctions on countries that purchase Russia's oil, gas, uranium and other exports. Washington: US tariffs on India and China could rise by up to 500 per cent as soon as next week, as President Donald Trump has given his nod to the bipartisan Russia Sanctions Bill, which could be used to penalise Moscow's trading partners, including India, China, and Brazil, over Russian oil purchases. Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent defence hawk, said the bill would give leverage against India, China,…

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