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China opposes US use of force against Venezuela over drug smuggling

China opposes US use of force against Venezuela over drug smuggling

Beijing's reaction follows US President Donald Trump's order to send 3 warships to intercept drug shipments off coast of South America, including near Venezuela

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Appeals court allows Trump administration to end deportation protections for over 63,000 immigrants
21.08.2025

Appeals court allows Trump administration to end deportation protections for over 63,000 immigrants

Decision made despite lower court judge ruling that government’s move was racially motivated, according to reports

Section of Delta Air Lines 737’s wing breaks off during flight
21.08.2025

Section of Delta Air Lines 737’s wing breaks off during flight

US Federal Aviation Administration probes incident after part of aircraft’s flap breaks off; flight lands safely without injuries

US State Department fires press officer after disputes over Gaza statements
21.08.2025

US State Department fires press officer after disputes over Gaza statements

Shahed Ghoreishi’s dismissal follows clashes over language on forced displacement of Palestinians and condolences for slain journalists, Washington Post reports

Guatemala agrees to shelter 161 Mexicans fleeing violence in southern Mexico
21.08.2025

Guatemala agrees to shelter 161 Mexicans fleeing violence in southern Mexico

Guatemalan Immigration Institute grants temporary humanitarian status to 39 families escaping cartel violence

US lawmakers urge Trump administration to press Israel over killings of journalists in Gaza
21.08.2025

US lawmakers urge Trump administration to press Israel over killings of journalists in Gaza

Senators urge secretary of state in letter to press Israel to 'protect journalists in Gaza and allow international media to access the territory’