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Dramatic US military seizure of an oil tanker in the Caribbean Sea.
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US Seizure of Venezuelan Oil Tanker Olina 2026: Blockade Tightens in the Caribbean

US forces seized the Olina oil tanker near Curacao on January 9, 2026. This marks the 5th capture in the US Venezuelan oil tanker seizure campaign, signaling a total naval blockade.

Rare earth minerals and a circuit board representing export restrictions from China
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China Japan Rare Earth Export Curbs 2026: Civilian Supply Chains Under Fire

China has intensified rare earth export curbs to Japan as of Jan 9, 2026, targeting civilian-use items. Explore the impact on global supply chains and tech sectors.

Diplomatic meeting between China and Venezuela
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China Venezuela Diplomatic Relations 2026: Beijing Vows Support Amid Maduro Abduction

On January 9, 2026, China reaffirmed its support for Venezuela's interim government following Nicolas Maduro's abduction. Explore the future of China Venezuela diplomatic relations.

Dimming lighthouse light symbolizing the decline of U.S. moral leadership
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U.S. Moral Leadership Poll 2026: Perception Plummets to 39%

The U.S. moral leadership poll 2026 reveals a drop to 39% from 60% in 2017. NPR and Ipsos report a significant shift in how the world perceives American authority.

Grand conference hall in Beijing overlooking the city skyline
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Breaking a 9-Year Silence: KMT-CCP Forum Revival 2026 in Beijing

The KMT and CCP are reportedly reviving their cross-strait forum on January 27, 2026, in Beijing after a 9-year hiatus. Discover the strategic impact on Taiwan-China relations.

Protest remnants and a tense atmosphere in Tehran
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Iran Anti-Government Protests 2026: Khamenei Accuses Trump of 'Bloody Hands'

Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei accused US President Trump of fueling the ongoing anti-government protests in 2026. Catch up on the latest from Tehran amid an internet blackout.

Map of East Asia with red data overlays on Japan
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China Claims Japan Could Go Nuclear 'Virtually Overnight' in New Security Report

China's latest security report warns that Japan has the capability to become a nuclear power 'virtually overnight,' citing previous comments by Joe Biden to Xi Jinping.

Silhouetted protesters in Tehran against a city glow
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Iran Protest Crackdown Signal Amid Trump Support Pledge

Iran's supreme leader signals a major crackdown on protesters following a night of defiance and Donald Trump's pledge of support for the demonstrators on Jan 9, 2026.

US Intervention in Venezuela 2026: The High Cost of Staying Put
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US Intervention in Venezuela 2026: The High Cost of Staying Put

Explore the implications of a multi-year US intervention in Venezuela 2026. David Ignatius analyzes historical lessons and the risks of long-term foreign stays.

JF-17 Thunder fighter jet at an international airshow
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Pakistan JF-17 Thunder Export 2026: The Rise of a Combat-Proven Jet

Explore the Pakistan JF-17 Thunder Export 2026 landscape. Analyze how the 2025 combat record and cost-effective tech are driving deals with Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia.

US and Venezuelan flags represented as chess pieces on a map
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Donald Trump Venezuela involvement 2026: U.S. Presence May Last 'Years'

President Trump suggests the U.S. could run Venezuela for years, signaling a major shift in foreign policy. Explore the implications of this 2026 announcement.

President Trump meeting with oil executives regarding the revival of Venezuela's energy sector.
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Trump Targets Venezuela Oil Industry Revival as US Execs Hesitate

President Trump meets U.S. oil executives on Jan 9, 2026, to discuss a Venezuela oil industry revival. Low prices and political risks keep the industry cautious.