All articles tagged with #us strikes
Originally Published 6 days ago — by Al Jazeera
Colombia is preparing for a potential refugee influx and increased security at the Venezuela border following US strikes and political instability in Venezuela, with government and humanitarian agencies mobilizing resources and personnel to manage possible migration and security challenges.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by The New York Times
Following U.S. airstrikes in Venezuela, armed civilian groups known as colectivos remained mostly low-profile, likely to maintain order and avoid provoking unrest, as their role in supporting the government or opposition remains unclear.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by KSAT
Texas politicians reacted to the US's large-scale strikes in Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, with mixed opinions on the legality and implications of the operation, highlighting concerns over national security, legality, and regional stability.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by The Guardian
The US launched airstrikes on Venezuela and captured President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, prompting widespread international condemnation and concerns over violations of international law, with reactions varying globally and regionally.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by CNBC
Following U.S. strikes on Venezuela and the subsequent airspace closures, airlines canceled hundreds of Caribbean flights, including nearly 300 to and from Puerto Rico, causing widespread delays and disruptions, with airlines offering waivers for affected travelers.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by BBC
The US claims to have conducted a large-scale strike in Venezuela, capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, amid heightened tensions and military activity in the region, with Venezuela condemning the actions as aggression and declaring a national emergency.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Reuters
The US conducted military strikes in Venezuela following threats by President Trump against Maduro, with explosions reported in Caracas and other regions, prompting Maduro to declare a national emergency amid accusations that the US aims to seize Venezuela's oil resources.
Originally Published 14 days ago — by Politico
The US, with Nigeria's cooperation, conducted strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria, continuing a foreign policy approach similar to Trump's first term, which Trump justified as action against ISIS and Christian persecution, warning of further strikes if violence persists.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by The Guardian
US Christmas Day strikes against Islamic State in Nigeria received praise from Trump supporters, who viewed them as a justified response to violence against Christians, with some calling it an 'amazing Christmas present.' The strikes, carried out with Nigerian cooperation, were part of broader US efforts to combat Islamic extremism and protect religious minorities, amid bipartisan support and ongoing concerns about violence in Nigeria.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by Financial Times
The US launched extensive strikes against ISIS targets in Syria in retaliation for an ambush that killed two American soldiers and a civilian interpreter, marking a significant military response under President Trump's leadership, amidst broader efforts to reshape US foreign policy priorities and address conflicts in the Middle East and beyond.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by CNN
The family of Colombian fisherman Alejandro Carranza, believed to have been killed in a US strike in the Caribbean, has filed the first formal complaint with the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, alleging extrajudicial killing and seeking justice and compensation. The US has conducted multiple strikes in the region targeting alleged drug traffickers, but critics argue innocent civilians like Carranza are being harmed, raising concerns about legality and human rights violations.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Washington Post
Since September, the U.S. has conducted 19 strikes against suspected drug traffickers in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific, resulting in 76 deaths, with two survivors apprehended and one person still missing after search efforts in Mexican waters.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Guardian
The US conducted two strikes on alleged drug trafficking boats off South America, killing six people, amid international criticism and concerns over legality and human rights violations.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Guardian
The US has conducted a series of strikes against alleged drug trafficking vessels in the Caribbean, resulting in at least 70 deaths, amid a broader military campaign in Latin America targeting drug cartels and suspected terrorists, with ongoing tensions involving Venezuela and questions about the legality and civilian impact of these operations.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Financial Times
Doubts are emerging over the legality of US military strikes in the Caribbean, raising concerns about potential violations of international law and the implications for regional stability.