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At the US trial, Maduro called himself a prisoner of war and rejected charges in the drug terrorism case
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At the US trial, Maduro called himself a prisoner of war and rejected charges in the drug terrorism case

Illustrative photo At a court hearing held on Monday, January 5, in New York, Nicolás Maduro, the President of Venezuela, and his wife Cilia Flores made statements about their innocence after being detained by U.S. authorities during a military operation. “I am innocent. I am an honorable man, and I remain the president of my country,” CNN quotes Maduro, who also referred to himself as a “prisoner of war.” He recounted that he was captured in his own home in Caracas, Venezuela. At the hearing,

06.01.2026, 11:43
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Media: CIA Suggested Trump the Best Candidates to Replace Maduro - and They Are Not from the Opposition

In a secret report presented to U.S. President Donald Trump, the CIA claims that high-profile supporters of Nicolás Maduro, including Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, are the most likely to ensure stability if Maduro loses power. This was reported by Reuters, citing anonymous sources familiar with the document. Sources who wished to remain anonymous confirmed an exclusive report by The Wall Street Journal regarding the contents of this report.

06.01.2026, 11:08
Politico: The USA May Establish Control Over Greenland by July 4
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Politico: The USA May Establish Control Over Greenland by July 4

Washington aims to establish control over Greenland by July 4 of this year, when the country will celebrate its 250th anniversary. This is reported by Politico, citing the opinions of experts and officials interviewed by their journalists. This strategic timing holds not only symbolic significance. In November 2026, midterm elections are scheduled in the United States, and, according to the publication's sources, the integration of Greenland into the United States could have a positive

06.01.2026, 10:45
The USA has expanded the list of countries with a visa bond to $15,000, including Turkmenistan.
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The USA has expanded the list of countries with a visa bond to $15,000, including Turkmenistan.

Illustrative photo As a result, there are currently thirteen countries on the list, most of which are located in Africa, significantly complicating the visa application process for citizens of these states. Last week, the State Department quietly added countries such as Bhutan, Botswana, the Central African Republic, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Namibia, and Turkmenistan to this list. These new rules took effect on January 1, as stated on the travel.state.gov website.

06.01.2026, 10:39
20-year-old son of Ramzan Kadyrov became the Vice Prime Minister of Chechnya
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20-year-old son of Ramzan Kadyrov became the Vice Prime Minister of Chechnya

Akhmad Kadyrov Having received a new position in the Chechen government, Akhmad Kadyrov will continue to serve as the Minister of Physical Culture and Sports, a role he was appointed to in May 2024. Previously, from February to May 2024, he held the position of Minister for Youth Affairs of the republic. In addition to Akhmad Kadyrov, the position of acting Deputy Chairman of the Government was also given to Akhmed Dudayev, who is the Minister for External Relations and Information in the

06.01.2026, 09:56
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"Respectful Response". India Changes Its Approach to Security Partnership in the Region

Humanitarian Aid Instead of Demonstrating PowerAt the end of December, India announced a $450 million aid package for the reconstruction of Sri Lanka, which was affected by Cyclone "Dithwa" that struck the country in late 2025. In response to the disaster, the Indian Navy intensified humanitarian operations under Operation Sagar Bandhu. Indian warships, Vikrant and Udaygiri, which were in Colombo for the International Fleet Review, were promptly deployed to provide assistance.

06.01.2026, 09:41
Events in Ukraine and the World. Main News by the Morning of January 6
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Events in Ukraine and the World. Main News by the Morning of January 6

In the last 24 hours, international news agencies have reported on events occurring in Ukraine, as well as on the global stage amid ongoing military actions. Here are the key points. Consequences of the strike on Kyiv. Photo by Tetiana Dzhafarova / AFP / Scanpix / LETA. According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, 55 Ukrainian drones were shot down on Monday evening: 31 over the Bryansk region, 11 over Rostov, three over Belgorod, and two each in the Volgograd and Ryazan regions, with one

06.01.2026, 09:35
Delsy Rodriguez took the oath as acting president of Venezuela
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Delsy Rodriguez took the oath as acting president of Venezuela

Delcy Rodriguez, acting president of Venezuela. Photo by Ariana Cubillos / AP Photo / dpa / picture alliance. Delcy Rodriguez, who previously held the position of vice president, took the oath before the National Assembly, as reported by DW. This event took place against the backdrop of a U.S. operation to capture Nicolás Maduro, who previously held the presidential office. The ceremony was conducted by her brother, parliament speaker Jorge Rodriguez. She noted: "I came, mourning the

06.01.2026, 09:33
Nicolas Maduro Appeared in Court in the USA
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Nicolas Maduro Appeared in Court in the USA

Nicolas Maduro in court. Reuters. At a hearing held on January 5 in New York, Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, who were detained as a result of a U.S. military operation, insisted on their innocence, as reported by DW, citing international news agencies. "I am innocent. I am an honorable man and still the president of my country," Maduro's words are quoted by the Associated Press. He also described himself as a "prisoner of war."

06.01.2026, 08:48
Inflation in Turkey has decreased to a four-year low
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Inflation in Turkey has decreased to a four-year low

According to Kazinform, by the end of December 2025, annual inflation in Turkey had dropped to its lowest level since November 2021. According to information provided by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK), consumer price inflation in December 2025 was 30.89%. This figure is the lowest in the last 49 months. It is worth noting that the last time such a low level was recorded was in November 2021, when inflation stood at 21.31%. On a monthly basis, the consumer price index increased by

06.01.2026, 07:19
The Minister of Food, Agriculture, and Light Industry has mandated compliance with the rules for the storage and transportation of vaccines for animals.
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The Minister of Food, Agriculture, and Light Industry has mandated compliance with the rules for the storage and transportation of vaccines for animals.

A recent working visit to the "Biocombinat" enterprise and the State Laboratory for Testing and Certification of Veterinary Drugs was made by high-ranking officials, including the Minister of Food, Agriculture, and Light Industry, Badamsuren Myagmarsuren. This was reported by the ministry headed by him. At the "Biocombinat," a wide range of veterinary drugs is produced, including 44 types of liquid vaccines, 21 types of dry vaccines, 20 diagnostic agents, and three types of

06.01.2026, 05:48
Kazakhstan Begins to Fulfill Its Duties as Chairman of the EAEU
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Kazakhstan Begins to Fulfill Its Duties as Chairman of the EAEU

Kazakhstan is now responsible for the EAEU at a time when the global economy is experiencing unstable times, noted Kazakh political scientist Talgat Kaliev. According to him, the world economy is on the brink of transformation, and the current changes could radically alter the familiar paradigms that have been in place since World War II. “The global trading system, which was based on market specialization, is now changing, and its new equilibrium is still unclear. It is important to

06.01.2026, 04:00
The Prime Minister held a virtual meeting with governors in the aimak of Khövsgöl
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The Prime Minister held a virtual meeting with governors in the aimak of Khövsgöl

The Prime Minister Zandan Shatar Gombojav is working in Khubsugul. The Cabinet of Ministers is preparing for an important event scheduled for January 15, 2026. As part of a unified meeting, it is planned to gather the chairpersons of the khurals, representatives of citizens from the capital, and governors to sign agreements reflecting the results of their work.

06.01.2026, 03:53
The National Camel Festival will be held in the aimag of Dundgovi
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The National Camel Festival will be held in the aimag of Dundgovi

The festival aims to promote the unique culture of Mongolian camels, including the Bactrian camels with two humps, as well as to expand economic opportunities related to camel products and to pass on the rich heritage of camel breeding to future generations. The event program includes meetings of camel breeders from across the country, competitions of camel culture masters, and races on adult male camels (atan), two-year-old camels (tor), and three-year-old camels (tailag).

06.01.2026, 03:31
Olympic Champion Masu Baker to Conduct Classes for Young Judokas of Uvs Aimag
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Olympic Champion Masu Baker to Conduct Classes for Young Judokas of Uvs Aimag

As part of the cooperation with the Judo Federation of Mongolia, Baker intends to conduct a week-long training session for young judokas in the Uvs aimag. He will share his knowledge, experience, and techniques for conducting matches, which will significantly help improve the training level of local young athletes and their skills to meet international standards. After the official part of the visit, Baker will also participate in the opening of a judo tournament for juniors, which will take

06.01.2026, 03:19
As part of the unified national championship, 10 sports will be represented.
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As part of the unified national championship, 10 sports will be represented.

In 2022, the first championship took place under the slogan "Mongolian Sports – One Stage – One Dream," which marked the beginning of increased interest in sports among youth and children. The format of the event will resemble the Asian Games, and competitions will be held at several venues, such as the Steppe Arena, Buyant-Ukhaa Sports Palace, Wrestling Palace, and Uranhan Sports Complex. The championship opening will start on January 18 with ice climbing and will conclude on

06.01.2026, 03:10
Mongolian Riders to Participate in the Dakar Rally 2026
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Mongolian Riders to Participate in the Dakar Rally 2026

Mongolia will be represented by these two athletes: Erdenebileg Khaliunbold and Muren Purevdorj. On the first day of the race, participants covered 527 km, of which 305 km were special sections. This section was diverse: the racers encountered rocky, sandy, and dirt sections. In particular, about 70% of the entire route was on gravel roads, 16% on sandy roads, 8% on rocky roads, and 4% through dunes.

06.01.2026, 03:06
Mongolia Tops World Ranking in Memory Development After Winning the World Championship
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Mongolia Tops World Ranking in Memory Development After Winning the World Championship

Mongolia confidently takes first place in the world ranking for memory. At the 34th World Memory Championship, which was the concluding event of 2025, the Mongolian team secured first place in the overall standings. This marks the seventh time in the last 15 years that the country has triumphed in this intellectual sport, highlighting its status as one of the leading nations in this field.

06.01.2026, 03:01
The year 2025 became the warmest in China
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The year 2025 became the warmest in China

According to the Kazinform agency, the year 2025 has set a record for temperature in China, based on meteorological observations that have been conducted since 1961. The average temperature in the country was 11 degrees Celsius. As reported by Xinhua, from June to August, the temperature in the country reached 22.3 degrees, which is 1.1 degrees above the usual norm for this time of year. This made the summer of 2025 the warmest since 1961, alongside the summer of 2024. Additionally, last year

05.01.2026, 16:39
North Korea announced tests of hypersonic missiles
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North Korea announced tests of hypersonic missiles

The Central Telegraph Agency of Korea (CTAK) reported on conducting exercises for the launch of hypersonic missiles in North Korea. The launches were carried out from the Ryokpho area located in Pyongyang, and the missiles hit targets at a distance of about one thousand kilometers in the waters of the Sea of Japan. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un personally observed the course of the exercises. He noted: “It is necessary to constantly improve military capabilities, especially offensive weapon

05.01.2026, 16:05
Tokaev on the power transition: It's too early to talk about this
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Tokaev on the power transition: It's too early to talk about this

In an interview with the Turkistan newspaper, the president noted: “It is too early to talk about this now; we have years of hard work ahead of us,” in response to a question about the transit of power. Tokayev also commented on rumors that the proposed parliamentary reform is allegedly aimed at making the position of the Speaker of Parliament central in the country's governance system, and that the president is supposedly preparing this position for himself.

05.01.2026, 15:53
Danish Prime Minister Urges Trump to Stop Threats Against Greenland
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Danish Prime Minister Urges Trump to Stop Threats Against Greenland

The Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen, responded to recent claims by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding Greenland, expressing her opinion in an official letter. In her address, Frederiksen condemned the threats coming from American authorities towards Greenland. She noted that the assertions about the necessity of the United States seizing this region are "absolutely nonsensical." "The U.S. has no right to annex any of the three countries that are part of the

05.01.2026, 15:06