South African President Ramaphosa Condemns U.S. Actions in Venezuela, Demands Release of President Maduro South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has strongly condemned U.S. actions in Venezuela, describing them as a violation of international law and the United Nations Charter. Speaking in a video posted on his X account, Ramaphosa stated that the United States undermined Venezuela’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, calling for the immediate release of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife. He emphasized that such foreign interference threatens global peace and stability, urging the United Nations Security Council to take decisive action to maintain international peace and security. Ramaphosa affirmed South Africa’s support for the Venezuelan people in the face of what he described as external aggression and political destabilization, warning that inaction by the UN could encourage further violations of international norms and deepen instability worldwide. #Ramaphosa #Venezuela #Maduro #USInterference #InternationalLaw #UNCharter #GlobalPeace #SouthAfrica #Diplomacy #WorldNews

New Year 2026: First 10 Countries to Welcome the Year, Led by Kiribati Kiribati was the first country to enter 2026, with Kiritimati Atoll marking the earliest celebrations. Following Kiribati, New Zealand and Australia welcomed the New Year with fireworks and public events. Asian countries including Japan, South Korea, China, the Philippines, Thailand, India, and Pakistan completed the list of the first ten nations to cross into 2026, each observing local traditions, countdowns, and cultural festivities. Time zone differences caused this staggered global celebration, moving from the Pacific westward toward Europe, Africa, and the Americas. #NewYear2026 #Kiribati #GlobalCelebration #AsiaPacific #NewYearCountdown #WorldNews #CulturalFestivities #TimeZones

The Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Oleksandr Syrskyi has been awarded the highest state honor of France, the Order of the Legion of Honour, which is granted by the head of state for exceptional military or civilian achievements. The award was presented on behalf of President Emmanuel Macron by General Fabien Mandon. #worldnews

Trump Imposes Full Travel Bans On Seven More Countries US President Donald Trump has expanded America’s travel restrictions, announcing a full ban on nationals of seven additional countries, including Syria, as well as holders of Palestinian Authority passports. The White House said the decision is aimed at blocking foreigners who may “intend to threaten” Americans or seek to “undermine or destabilize” US culture, government, institutions, or founding principles. The proclamation reflects Trump’s long-standing hardline stance on immigration and national security. The move comes just days after two US troops and a civilian were killed in Syria. Although Trump has recently pushed to reintegrate Syria into the international community following the fall of longtime leader Bashar al-Assad, the attack has heightened security concerns. Syrian authorities claimed the suspect was a security officer facing dismissal over “extremist Islamist ideas.” The expanded ban is expected to spark fresh debate both within the United States and internationally over security, immigration, and foreign policy. #Trump #TravelBan #USPolitics #WorldNews