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Opinion | The Making of a Chinese Military Superpower
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/the-making-of-a-chinese-military-superpower-38a5774e
Published: January 16, 2026 19:38
The U.S.-China military balance has been trending in the wrong direction for a long time.
CIA Director Traveled to Caracas to Meet Venezuela’s Delcy Rodríguez
Published: January 16, 2026 19:02
It was the first known visit by a senior U.S. official to Venezuela since U.S. Special Forces captured Nicolás Maduro.
Son of Iran’s Last Shah Calls for Military Strikes
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/son-of-irans-last-shah-calls-for-military-strikes-a68ad424
Published: January 16, 2026 18:56
Reza Pahlavi sought to position himself as the leader of the country’s fragmented opposition.
Opinion | A Fractured Iran Might Not Be So Bad
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/a-fractured-iran-might-not-be-so-bad-5ec2d702
Published: January 16, 2026 17:50
Its borders are artificial, and a breakup would frustrate the interests of Russia, China and others.
Why Greenland Matters to U.S. Defense, in 7 Maps
https://www.wsj.com/world/europe/greenland-national-defense-maps-6f53c339
Published: January 16, 2026 17:00
While many Americans and Europeans say the U.S. doesn’t need to own Greenland to bolster security, the island does play a big role in naval and missile defense for North America and across the North Atlantic.
How Many People Were Killed in Iran’s Crackdown?
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/how-many-people-were-killed-in-irans-crackdown-93bb184a
Published: January 16, 2026 17:00
Death counts vary but even the lowest estimates suggest the episode is one of the deadliest of its kind anywhere in decades.
China and Canada Edge Closer With Progress on Trade
https://www.wsj.com/world/china/china-and-canada-edge-closer-with-progress-on-trade-63ef2240
Published: January 16, 2026 11:26
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to Beijing yields agreement on a “strategic partnership,” as China seeks to court countries grappling with volatile U.S. trade policies.
With Military Action on Hold, the U.S. Puts New Sanctions on Iran
Published: January 16, 2026 10:43
The economic penalties target the leaders of a bloody crackdown and companies that support Tehran’s illicit oil trade.
Halliburton and Its Rivals Can’t Wait to Get Back Into Venezuela
https://www.wsj.com/business/energy-oil/venezuela-oil-halliburton-rival-companies-c3cdc50a
Published: January 16, 2026 10:30
When it comes to stepping up Venezuelan oil production, investors bet that the early returns will go to oil-field services companies.
Chinese AI Developers Say They Can’t Beat America Without Better Chips
https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/china-ai-race-us-chips-9e74b957
Published: January 16, 2026 04:00
Companies in China jostle for access to Nvidia’s latest Rubin lineup while better-funded U.S. competitors are first in line.
‘A Massacre Happened’: The 24 Hours That Bloodied Iran
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/massacre-iran-protests-8731e4cb
Published: January 15, 2026 23:00
Authorities shut down the internet on Jan. 8. Then the large-scale killings began.
Opinion | David Webb, Transparency Advocate
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/david-webb-dies-hong-kong-data-webb-site-d2de41f3
Published: January 15, 2026 22:44
His Webb-site published corporate and public records in Hong Kong.
Opinion | Operation Total Nuuk Submission
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/operation-total-nuuk-submission-7fe7547c
Published: January 15, 2026 22:35
Trump has already been offered free rein in Greenland. He should accept victory.
Europe Deploys Troops to Greenland in Message to Trump
https://www.wsj.com/world/europe/europe-deploys-troops-to-greenland-in-message-to-trump-ecee3e93
Published: January 15, 2026 21:52
In a first for NATO, America’s closest allies are using their troops to thwart possible U.S. action.
Machado Leaves White House Visit With Little to Show
https://www.wsj.com/world/americas/machado-leaves-white-house-visit-with-little-to-show-4948d90f
Published: January 15, 2026 20:51
Venezuela’s opposition leader had hoped to shore up support while President Trump has shown a willingness to work with the regime.
Taiwan Pledges $250 Billion in U.S. Spending in Exchange for Lower Tariffs
Published: January 15, 2026 20:28
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing will add new factories to its cluster in Arizona as part of a $250 billion investment in the U.S.
Trump Was Told Attack on Iran Wouldn’t Guarantee Collapse of Regime
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/ttrump-iran-military-resources-0ddf8de9
Published: January 15, 2026 19:19
The president was advised that the U.S. military would need more firepower in Middle East to launch a large-strike attack.
Opinion | President Trump’s Path to Victory in Tehran
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/president-trumps-path-to-victory-in-tehran-95b0bf7a
Published: January 15, 2026 16:55
We must not miss this opportunity.
British American Tobacco to End South African Manufacturing
https://www.wsj.com/business/british-american-tobacco-to-end-south-african-manufacturing-2438ad79
Published: January 15, 2026 14:26
BAT South Africa said it would cease cigarette production in the country because of “the devastating impact of the illicit cigarette trade”.
U.S. Forces Seize Sixth Oil Tanker
https://www.wsj.com/world/u-s-forces-seize-sixth-oil-tanker-34b3e040
Published: January 15, 2026 13:16
The U.S. military is targeting the shadow fleet of vessels carrying sanctioned crude from countries including Venezuela.
Canadian Leader Spurned by Trump Finds a Warm Embrace in China
Published: January 15, 2026 12:52
Beijing is hosting Mark Carney as it works to sustain its exports and woo U.S. allies frustrated with American protectionism.
Maersk to Resume Sailing Through Red Sea
https://www.wsj.com/business/logistics/maersk-to-resume-sailing-through-red-sea-7ffcdedd
Published: January 15, 2026 12:36
Maersk will resume sailing through the Red Sea and Suez Canal following improved stability in the area, but said it will continue to monitor the security situation closely.
Iran’s Heavy Crackdown Quells Protests
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/irans-heavy-crackdown-quells-protests-8e757172
Published: January 15, 2026 12:25
An internet shutdown has made it difficult to determine the scale of the protests, but some Iranians say an eerie quiet has taken over.
China’s Central Bank Lowers Rates on Structural Policy Tools
https://www.wsj.com/articles/chinas-central-bank-lowers-rates-on-structural-policy-tools-f81c9e9c
Published: January 15, 2026 09:53
The People’s Bank of China is bolstering support for sectors deemed strategic by Beijing.
China’s Propaganda Playbook for Targeting Rivals
https://www.wsj.com/world/china/china-japan-taiwan-strategy-tactics-ab881734
Published: January 15, 2026 04:00
China’s state propaganda machine has a toolbox for undermining leaders that includes fake opinion polls, “lawfare” and general character assassination.
The Two Faces of Venezuela’s Regime Smile at the U.S. and Glower at Home
Published: January 15, 2026 00:54
After the ouster of Nicolás Maduro, the entrenched Venezuelan leadership has softened its tone toward Washington—while anti-American rhetoric endures.
Trump’s Military Buildup in Caribbean Limits His Options in Iran
https://www.wsj.com/politics/national-security/trump-iran-options-caribbean-military-bc363612
Published: January 15, 2026 00:14
While no U.S. aircraft-carrier strike group is in the Middle East, U.S. officials insist there are sufficient military assets in the region to strike Iran.
Welcome to Greenland, an Economy Reliant on Subsidies and Shrimp
https://www.wsj.com/economy/welcome-to-greenland-an-economy-reliant-on-subsidies-and-shrimp-27f35ced
Published: January 15, 2026 00:00
Greenlanders get heavily subsidized by Denmark, and any future mining boom will be costly.
Opinion | Where’s Congress on Russia Sanctions?
Published: January 14, 2026 22:44
Trump has given the green light for a tariff bill on countries that buy Russian oil.
Opinion | India’s Timid Economic Reforms
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/indias-timid-economic-reforms-920c1c0c
Published: January 14, 2026 22:44
Modi tinkers with the rules to make them slightly less oppressive, but the country needs a free-market overhaul.
Opinion | My Country, Somaliland, Recognized
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/my-country-somaliland-recognized-f1d394dc
Published: January 14, 2026 22:21
Our first embassy will be in the Jewish state, whose aspirations and history we share.
Opinion | America Is the Sole Superpower Again
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/america-is-the-sole-superpower-again-0a89e41a
Published: January 14, 2026 17:18
China could have been a contender, but Trump has led the U.S. to a new ‘unipolar moment.’
Trump Says Greenland Is Vital for U.S. National Security
https://www.wsj.com/world/europe/trump-says-greenland-is-vital-for-u-s-s-national-security-ecae028b
Published: January 14, 2026 15:07
The president’s comments came hours ahead of a meeting between U.S. officials and foreign ministers of Greenland and Denmark.
U.S. Evacuates Some Personnel From Qatar Air Base as Trump Weighs Iran Strike
Published: January 14, 2026 14:51
The move, which has been described as a precaution, comes after the president has threatened to intervene to support Iranian protesters.
Opinion | No Leftist Solidarity for Iran
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/no-leftist-solidarity-for-iran-8e22660e
Published: January 14, 2026 14:28
Why don’t Democrats stand with the protesters opposing the regime?
European Defense Companies in Line to Benefit From Bulk of EU’s $105 Billion Ukraine Loan
Published: January 14, 2026 13:18
Ukraine must buy weapons and military platforms from European manufacturers, unless they aren’t able to supply what Kyiv needs.
Japan’s New Prime Minister Set to Call Snap Election
https://www.wsj.com/world/asia/japanese-prime-minister-set-to-call-snap-election-c7f25c32
Published: January 14, 2026 13:16
Sanae Takaichi hopes to cement her grip on power as she battles Chinese anger over remarks she made about Taiwan.
Iran Signals Plans for Swift Trials and Executions of Protesters
Published: January 14, 2026 12:42
The regime’s top judicial official has called for quick action against protesters convicted of vandalism and other offenses.
China Imports to Help Lower U.K. Inflation to Target, BOE’s Taylor Says
Published: January 14, 2026 08:41
The annual rate of inflation is likely to fall to the Bank of England’s 2% target by the middle of this year, aided by cheap imports from China, the rate-setter said.
China’s Trade Surplus Reaches Record, Defying Expectations of Tariff-Driven Slowdown
Published: January 14, 2026 04:49
China posted a record trade surplus for 2025, as fresh data showed the world’s second-largest economy remained resilient despite facing steep tariffs from the Trump administration.
Venezuela Frees Detained Americans in Slow Release of Political Prisoners
Published: January 14, 2026 04:24
U.S. officials described the move as an important step in the wake of the authoritarian leader Nicolás Maduro’s ouster.
Venezuelan Opposition’s Calls to Oust Maduro Aided Legal Case for Removal, Memo Says
Published: January 14, 2026 02:39
The assertion that helped justify the U.S. military operation against the Venezuelan leader was redacted in a publicly released version of the Justice Department memo.
U.S. to Unveil Gaza Governance Plan Despite Concerns Over Hamas
Published: January 14, 2026 02:36
Hamas hasn’t yet begun disarming, a fact some officials believe could imperil the peace plan.
The Obscure Bank Collapse That Sent Iran Into a Tailspin
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/bank-collapse-iran-protests-83f6b681
Published: January 14, 2026 02:00
Bad loans to regime cronies brought down Ayandeh Bank, accelerating a long-running financial crisis.
U.S. Blows Up China’s Latin America Ambitions With Maduro Ouster
https://www.wsj.com/world/americas/china-trump-venezuela-maduro-75e95551
Published: January 14, 2026 02:00
Beijing is recalculating its policy of making inroads in Washington’s backyard after its top ally there was deposed.
Opinion | What Does the U.S. Operation in Venezuela Mean?
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/what-does-the-u-s-operation-in-venezuela-mean-6a297227
Published: January 13, 2026 22:55
University students react to the capture of Nicolás Maduro and discuss what it means for them and for the world.
Opinion | DNC Chair Ken Martin on Iran and ICE
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/ken-martin-dnc-ice-donald-trump-iran-renee-good-ee393f1e
Published: January 13, 2026 22:43
The head of the Democratic Party looks at the Tehran regime and sees Trump’s America.
Greenland’s Prime Minister Says Island Would Choose Denmark Over U.S.
Published: January 13, 2026 19:55
The Arctic island’s leader seeks to portray unity with Copenhagen ahead of White House meetings on Wednesday.
Iran’s Gulf Rivals Warn U.S. Against Strike on Tehran
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/irans-gulf-rivals-warn-u-s-against-strike-on-iran-1388236e
Published: January 13, 2026 18:56
Saudi Arabia is leading the charge to persuade Washington not to intervene.
Opinion | What Venezuela Should Remember From Iraq
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/what-venezuela-should-remember-from-iraq-1f9335fa
Published: January 13, 2026 17:45
Recovery will require reliable economic arrangements.
Opinion | Greenland or NATO? Trump Can’t Have Both
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/greenland-or-nato-trump-cant-have-both-9ad8efe6
Published: January 13, 2026 17:05
It isn’t for sale, and the consequences of a military takeover would be dire.
Trump Tells Iranian Protesters ‘Help Is on Its Way’
Published: January 13, 2026 15:46
The president encourages antigovernment demonstrators involved in uprising.
South Korean Prosecutors Seek Death Penalty for Ex-Leader
Published: January 13, 2026 13:27
Judges will review the recommendation for Yoon Suk Yeol, who briefly instituted martial law over a year ago and faced charges of insurrection.
An Isolated Iran Finds China’s Friendship Has Limits
https://www.wsj.com/world/an-isolated-iran-finds-chinas-friendship-has-limits-be947372
Published: January 13, 2026 12:11
Beijing denounced Trump’s 25% tariff on countries that do business with Tehran, but seems reluctant to offer more support.
The U.S.’s Two Foremost Asian Allies Are on Good Terms—an Irritant for China
Published: January 13, 2026 11:05
South Korea’s and Japan’s leaders are holding a high-profile summit, putting on a display of unity in the face of pressures from China.
The Battle Over Who Runs the Panama Canal Ports Is About to Be Decided
https://www.wsj.com/business/logistics/panama-canal-port-china-ck-hutchinson-9b0c5a6b
Published: January 13, 2026 10:30
The Panamanian Supreme Court is winding up deliberations in a lawsuit that could void a Chinese company’s license to operate the ports and hand President Trump a win.
U.K. House Prices Expected to Rise But London Likely to Straggle
Published: January 13, 2026 07:46
U.K. house prices are expected to rise in 2026, with Scotland and Northern England showing the strongest growth and sales prospects, according to real-estate website Zoopla.
Japan Stocks Hit Record High on Hopes for General Election
Published: January 13, 2026 04:34
Japan’s benchmark stock index hit a record intraday high on growing expectations for a general election next month that could solidify Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s political standing and take bolder steps to boost the economy.
Military Experts Reject Trump’s Logic That U.S. Must Own Greenland to Defend It
Published: January 13, 2026 04:00
The president’s assertion runs counter to decades of policy and undermines deterrence, say former military and diplomatic officials.
Iran Is Hunting Down Starlink Users to Stop Protest Videos From Going Global
Published: January 13, 2026 04:00
Video from the streets is one of the few ways of getting information out about the scale of the protests and the actions of Iranian authorities.
A Custody Battle Over Dogs Rocks an African Nation
https://www.wsj.com/world/a-custody-battle-over-dogs-rocks-an-african-nation-bab415d8
Published: January 13, 2026 04:00
Palace guard dogs are said to protect Malawi’s president from intruders and witchcraft. The outgoing leader decided to keep a few.
Opinion | Iran’s Regime Massacres Its Own People
Published: January 12, 2026 22:40
The ruling mullahs cross Trump’s red line. How will he follow through on his vow to intervene?
Opinion | Britain Really Dislikes Elon Musk
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/britain-elon-musk-x-ofcom-keir-starmer-5c947f26
Published: January 12, 2026 22:35
U.K. politicians unleash a new online censorship law against X.com.
Opinion | Don’t Repeat Obama’s Mistake in Iran
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/dont-repeat-obamas-mistake-in-iran-99071dea
Published: January 12, 2026 22:20
The 44th president drew a ‘red line’ in 2013, then imposed no consequences when Syria crossed it.
Mexico Rejects Trump’s Plea for U.S. Forces to Take On Cartels
Published: January 12, 2026 21:26
The administration is stepping up pressure on Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum after the ouster of Venezuela’s Maduro.
Venezuela Opposition Leader to Visit White House on Thursday
Published: January 12, 2026 21:17
Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado will seek to reassert her role in Venezuela’s transition.
Canada Anticipates Progress in China Talks to Resolve Trade Row
Published: January 12, 2026 19:59
Canada anticipates progress with China on resolving trade irritants regarding canola and electric vehicles during Prime Minister Mark Carney visit’s to Beijing this week, officials said.
U.S. Tries a New Playbook: Regime Management, Not Regime Change
https://www.wsj.com/world/americas/venezuela-trump-maduro-regime-change-9433883d
Published: January 12, 2026 19:39
After costly failures in Iraq and Afghanistan, the Trump administration is betting that managing Venezuela’s autocracy is cheaper than dismantling it.
White House Weighs Iran’s Nuclear-Talks Offer as Trump Leans Toward Strikes
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/trump-iran-plans-military-strikes-diplomacy-e74b1d8b
Published: January 12, 2026 19:14
Some senior administration aides, led by Vice President JD Vance, are urging Trump to try diplomacy before retaliating against Iran for killing protesters.
Opinion | Baker Falls for Bad History on Regime Change
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/baker-falls-for-bad-history-on-regime-change-chile-iran-e924112d
Published: January 12, 2026 19:08
We didn’t remove Iran’s Mohammed Mossadegh in 1953 or Chile’s Salvador Allende in 1973.
Opinion | Don’t Make Erdogan’s Militarism Any Easier
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/dont-make-erdogans-militarism-any-easier-e86e0fc2
Published: January 12, 2026 19:06
Mr. Trump would be foolish to sell jets to a saber-rattling strongman.
Opinion | Spain Boxes Out Israeli Fans
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/spain-boxes-israeli-fans-out-maccabi-755a8a56
Published: January 12, 2026 19:04
Another sporting event goes without the Maccabi Tel Aviv crowd.
Opinion | Iran Cracks Down. Where Are the Western Protests?
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/iran-cracks-down-where-are-the-western-protests-791828d3
Published: January 12, 2026 19:02
‘It’s a bit like Gaza,’ says a BBC journalist, in what is an unintentionally revealing remark.
ECB’s Villeroy Backs Powell, Sees 2026 Rate Rise as ‘Fanciful’
https://www.wsj.com/articles/ecbs-villeroy-backs-powell-sees-2026-rate-rise-as-fanciful-9721e904
Published: January 12, 2026 18:02
The ECB is very unlikely to raise its key interest rate this year, with a weaker dollar among a number of potential developments keeping eurozone inflation low, Bank of France Governor Francois Villeroy de Galhau said.
Iran Moderates Back Crackdown on Protests as Regime Closes Ranks
Published: January 12, 2026 14:25
The protests, in which more than 500 people have died, have grown into a more serious threat to the Islamic Republic.
The Speed-Obsessed Texas Wildcatter in Pole Position for Venezuela’s Energy Riches
Published: January 12, 2026 10:30
Rod Lewis isn’t a big name in industry circles but has a wealth of experience in unstable locales including Mexico and Colombia.
Australia’s Critical Minerals Reserve to First Focus on Antimony, Gallium, Rare Earths
Published: January 12, 2026 02:55
Canberra is working with Washington and other allies to diversify global critical-mineral supply chains that are dominated by China.
Trump ‘Inclined’ to Keep Exxon Out of Venezuela
https://www.wsj.com/politics/policy/trump-inclined-to-keep-exxon-out-of-venezuela-39ea78c7
Published: January 12, 2026 02:26
The president said he didn’t like comments from the company’s CEO during a meeting Friday at the White House.
Weakened by War, Iran’s Regime Faces Its Toughest Challenge Yet
Published: January 12, 2026 02:00
Iranian leaders’ last claim to legitimacy was shattered in the war with Israel.
Opinion | Trump Captivates the Globe
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/trump-captivates-the-globe-85d7c0a9
Published: January 11, 2026 21:39
For him, extreme volatility and risk are not a problem but an opportunity.
Opinion | Is Mexico Slouching Toward Venezuela?
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/is-mexico-slouching-toward-venezuela-36ed9042
Published: January 11, 2026 21:07
President Sheinbaum topples democratic institutions and cozies up to Cuba.
Russian Flags Proliferate Over Shadow Fleet of Oil Tankers
Published: January 11, 2026 17:00
The seizures of sanctioned vessels have created a new flashpoint between the U.S. and Russia at sea.
Opinion | The U.S. Could Make 2026 Even Worse for Putin Than 2025
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/the-u-s-could-make-2026-even-worse-for-putin-than-2025-611f9b8f
Published: January 11, 2026 16:59
The war in Ukraine has lasted as long as Soviet involvement in World War II, with no victory in sight.
South Africa Risks Angering Trump by Hosting Navies of Iran, Russia, China
Published: January 11, 2026 16:28
The military exercises come at a time of already strained relations with the U.S.
U.S. Steps Up Planning for Possible Action in Iran
Published: January 11, 2026 16:03
Trump aides are set to brief the president Tuesday on measures, including military, cyber and economic, to follow through on his threats.
Iran Warns It Could Hit U.S. Bases as Trump Weighs Military Options
Published: January 11, 2026 10:35
The speaker of Iran’s parliament said Middle Eastern shipping lanes and Israel would also be targets.
Inside North Korea’s Obsession With Dominating Girls Soccer
https://www.wsj.com/world/asia/north-korea-kim-jong-un-girls-soccer-1e7b00c4
Published: January 11, 2026 04:00
The sport has become something of an athletic arbitrage for the country, which figures other nations won’t subject preteens to such arduous training.
Inside Ukraine’s Quest to Build a Missile to Strike Deep in Russian Territory
Published: January 11, 2026 03:00
The company that built one of the country’s most potent drones is trying to replicate its success with a cruise missile.
Hedge Funds Get Ready for the ‘Donroe Doctrine’ Trade
https://www.wsj.com/finance/investing/hedge-funds-get-ready-for-the-donroe-doctrine-trade-522fdac2
Published: January 11, 2026 02:00
After the U.S.’ capture of Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro, investors are racing to capitalize on President Trump’s ambitions to dominate the Western Hemisphere.
U.S. Launches Fresh Military Strikes on ISIS Targets in Syria
Published: January 10, 2026 22:41
Warplanes and drones dropped more than 90 bombs on roughly three dozen targets across Syria on Saturday, the Pentagon said.
Iran Death Toll Rises as Crackdown Toughens
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/iran-toughens-crackdown-as-death-toll-grows-a2200bda
Published: January 10, 2026 19:24
The military vows to intervene, as demonstrations spread to dozens of cities and reports of deadly force mount.
Maduro’s Crypto-Backed Oil Deals Put Tether at Center of Venezuela Money Drama
Published: January 10, 2026 17:00
The stablecoin served as a tool to avoid sanctions and a lifeline for everyday citizens.
Israel and Hamas Get Ready to Go Back to War in Gaza
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/israel-hamas-gaza-war-5f1b0548
Published: January 10, 2026 10:30
The group is refusing to disarm, a requirement that is holding up President Trump’s peace plan for the enclave.
Can Trump Make Venezuela an Oil Giant Again?
https://www.wsj.com/world/americas/can-trump-make-venezuela-an-oil-giant-again-20bcfa03
Published: January 10, 2026 04:00
The president wants U.S. oil companies to return in a big way, but the petrostate’s turbulent history suggests formidable challenges ahead.
Greenland Was America’s Friend. Now It’s a Takeover Target.
https://www.wsj.com/world/europe/greenland-war-us-trump-f0b3329f
Published: January 10, 2026 04:00
Few locals in Nuuk believe U.S. troops are arriving imminently, but there is growing unease that President Trump’s desire to buy Greenland or use military force might actually be serious.
Iranians Are Rallying Around the Son of the Former Shah as Protests Swell
Published: January 10, 2026 03:00
Reza Pahlavi, whose father was overthrown in the 1979 revolution, is emerging as a powerful symbol of opposition to the regime.
Venezuela’s Rival Factions Vie to Get Trump’s Ear
https://www.wsj.com/world/americas/trump-venezuela-delcy-rodriguez-meeting-62dcd2f1
Published: January 9, 2026 23:47
The country’s acting president and its top opposition leader are in a high-stakes race to get President Trump’s backing as Washington moves to remake Venezuela’s future, from its government to its energy sector.
Opinion | Kristi Noem and the Fate of Guan Heng
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/kristi-noem-guan-heng-chinese-immigrant-6e4af811
Published: January 9, 2026 23:31
Will DHS deport the man who exposed the truth about Xinjiang?
Maduro’s Fall Spotlights His Torture Chamber for Political Prisoners
Published: January 9, 2026 22:53
A trickle of political prisoners from the notorious Helicoide detention center in Caracas were released, and former inmates recalled a hell on earth.
Opinion | The Iranian People Answer the Call
Published: January 9, 2026 22:46
The country’s streets explode at the time Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi appointed.
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