Venezuela Live Updates: U.S. Forces Seize Two Tankers; Rubio Lays Out Plan for American Control

08/01/2026 02:42 New York Times

After the secretary of state unveiled a proposal for managing Venezuela and the U.S. forces boarded a Russian-flagged tanker and a second ship, President Trump had a phone call with President Gustavo Petro of Colombia amid escalating tensions between the two leaders.

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The Scientists Making Antacids for the Sea to Help Counter Global Warming

The world’s oceans are becoming dangerously acidic. A controversial proposal would raise the pH — by mixing chemicals into the water....

08/01/2026 18:12 New York Times

Russian Strikes Knock Out Power in Dnipro Region of Ukraine

The Ukrainian authorities urged residents in the Dnipro region to stock up on water as crews raced to restore service....

08/01/2026 09:47 New York Times

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08/01/2026 08:37 New York Times

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08/01/2026 05:00 New York Times

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The Marinera, which was seized by the U.S., isn’t the only ship from the “shadow fleet” of oil tankers to switch lately to a Russian identity, seeking protection....

08/01/2026 05:00 New York Times

Texas A&M Warns Professor Not to Teach Plato Because of Gender Rules

The university is reviewing courses under new rules restricting teaching about race and gender. Administrators told a philosophy professor to cut some lessons on Plato to comply....

07/01/2026 23:34 New York Times

Lawmakers Split After Classified Briefings on Venezuela

Republicans praised what they characterized as a narrow and well-executed plan, while Democrats expressed alarm, warning that the mission was vaguely defined....

07/01/2026 22:08 New York Times

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07/01/2026 19:25 New York Times

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07/01/2026 16:30 New York Times

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07/01/2026 13:56 New York Times

Reshuffle at Ukraine’s Intelligence Agencies Draws Criticism

Some ask whether the shake-up risks disrupting the agencies’ operations and is political in nature....

07/01/2026 12:48 New York Times

Europe Tries to Come to Terms With Trump’s Intervention in Venezuela

Needing U.S. support to fend off Russia in Ukraine, European leaders have been cautious about criticizing President Trump on Greenland, Iran, Venezuela and much else....

07/01/2026 11:56 New York Times

European Allies Agree to Key Security Provisions for Ukraine

Britain and France firmed up a postwar troop commitment in Ukraine, though Russia has said it will reject any deal that allows NATO-country forces in Ukraine....

07/01/2026 06:35 New York Times

Russia Sends Naval Vessel to Escort Oil Tanker U.S. Is Pursuing

The development deepens the confrontation over the tanker formerly known as the Bella 1, which the United States wants to seize but which Russia has sought to protect....

07/01/2026 05:24 New York Times

U.S. Pressures Venezuela to Expel Advisers From Cuba, China, Russia and Iran

Secretary of State Marco Rubio was said to have listed the Trump administration’s demands to Venezuela’s new leader, Delcy Rodríguez, in a classified meeting Monday with senior congressional leaders....

07/01/2026 01:08 New York Times

Tim Walz Says He Ended Minnesota Governor Run to Shield Residents From Trump

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07/01/2026 00:25 New York Times

Venezuelan Leaders Project Independence

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06/01/2026 23:02 New York Times

Israel Tells Doctors Without Borders to End Its Work in Gaza

The move against the medical aid group enforces policies limiting criticism of Israel’s conduct in the war and requiring personal details about Gazan employees....

06/01/2026 22:21 New York Times

Trump Warns of Impeachment if Republicans Lose Midterm Elections

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06/01/2026 20:20 New York Times

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06/01/2026 13:51 New York Times

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Zelensky Taps Canadian Politician Chrystia Freeland as Economic Adviser

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06/01/2026 08:32 New York Times

Zelensky’s Assessment Darkens as Europeans Gather to Talk Peace

With Russia still seen as unlikely to stop fighting, the Ukrainian leader’s tone has shifted from upbeat to cautionary....

06/01/2026 05:01 New York Times

In China, a Debate About Political Power Ignites After Maduro’s Capture

The reactions online revealed a Chinese society divided: Some saw what happened in Venezuela as a playbook for seizing Taiwan, while others warned about ideological rigidity....

06/01/2026 05:00 New York Times

Trump’s Foray Into Venezuela Could Embolden Russia’s and China’s Own Aggression

While both countries were allied with Nicolás Maduro, the U.S. attack could give them justification to use force in other spheres, analysts said....

06/01/2026 03:40 New York Times

Maduro Says He Is a Prisoner of War, Not a Defendant. The Words Matter.

His simple statement in federal court was aimed directly at contradictions in the Trump administration’s actions in the Caribbean....

05/01/2026 23:37 New York Times

Russia Once Offered U.S. Control of Venezuela for Free Rein in Ukraine

The exchange offer was recounted at the time in congressional testimony by Fiona Hill, who ran Russian and European affairs on the National Security Council during the first Trump administration....

05/01/2026 22:53 New York Times

Trump Is Unleashing Forces Beyond His Control

The high cost of forgetting what world war is really like....

05/01/2026 18:41 New York Times

In Ukraine, an Arsenal of Killer A.I. Drones Is Being Born in War Against Russia

As the war grinds on, sophisticated Russian defenses have pushed Ukraine to develop a frightening new weapon: semiautonomous killing machines....

05/01/2026 17:07 New York Times

Robert Heide, Daring Playwright and Warhol Collaborator, Dies at 91

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05/01/2026 05:51 New York Times

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