The U.S. Coast Guard is pursuing a third sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, escalating a pressure campaign that could impact global oil prices and heighten geopolitical tensions with the 'shadow fleet.'

In a rare bipartisan move, Reps. Thomas Massie (R) and Ro Khanna (D) are threatening to use 'inherent contempt' powers to fine Attorney General Pam Bondi for failing to release the full Epstein files.

An expert analysis suggests 2026 is a critical 'make-or-break' year for Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. as he grapples with domestic scandals, economic pressure, and a potential Duterte comeback, while also taking the helm of ASEAN.

U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff calls recent Ukraine peace talks in Florida 'productive,' but a deal remains elusive as Russia refuses to cede occupied territories. The talks focus on a 20-point plan and security guarantees.

The French president's chief silverware keeper and two others are set to stand trial for stealing thousands of euros worth of national heritage tableware from the Elysee Palace, raising fresh concerns over security at France's state institutions.

South Korea reported its 16th highly pathogenic avian influenza case this season at a duck farm in Naju, South Jeolla Province. Authorities are implementing quarantine measures and planning mass inspections.

Lee Jun-seok, a South Korean opposition leader, was questioned for nearly 10 hours on Dec. 21 by a special counsel over allegations of election meddling tied to former first lady Kim Keon Hee and former President Yoon Suk Yeol.

Swedish authorities boarded the Russian vessel Adler, an EU-sanctioned ship, after it reported engine trouble in their waters. The inspection involves multiple agencies amid suspicions of illicit transport.

The U.S. is actively pursuing a sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, the third such operation in under two weeks, intensifying its economic blockade against the Maduro government.

Cartagena, Colombia, is set to replace its iconic horse-drawn carriages with electric buggies, sparking a debate on tradition, animal welfare, and sustainable tourism.

Israel's defense exports reached a record $15 billion in 2024, driven by demand for 'battle-tested' weapons used in the Gaza war. An analysis of the market shift, ethical controversy, and human impact.

Russia has rejected European and Ukrainian amendments to a U.S.-led peace proposal, casting doubt on the prospects for a diplomatic end to the war as fighting intensifies in the Sumy region.