23 h. ago Venezuela Urges UN Security Council Action Against Ongoing US Aggression

Venezuela has requested a special UN Security Council meeting to address ongoing U.S. aggression, highlighting growing tensions and seeking international support against Washington’s pressure. Venezuela has formally requested a special session of the United Nations Security Council to address what it describes as ongoing U.S. aggression against the Maduro government. The request underscores Caracas’ growing […] The post Venezuela Urges UN Security Council Action Against Ongoing US Aggression appeared first on Khaama Press.

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24 h. ago China Accuses US of ‘Bullying’ Venezuela as Trump Imposes Oil Blockade

China accused the United States of “bullying” Venezuela, criticizing Trump’s comprehensive oil blockade and pledging support for Caracas’ sovereignty and strategic partnerships. China voiced strong support for Venezuela on Wednesday, December 17, as tensions with the United States escalated, highlighting a growing diplomatic rift between Beijing and Washington over Latin America. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang […] The post China Accuses US of ‘Bullying’ Venezuela as Trump Imposes Oil Blockade appeared first on Khaama Press.

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24 h. ago US Congress Ends Syria Sanctions Permanently, Opening Door to Foreign Investment and Normalization of Relations

The U.S. Congress has voted to permanently lift Syria’s Caesar Act sanctions, clearing the way for foreign investment and engagement with the Sharaa-led government. The U.S. Congress has voted to permanently lift sweeping sanctions imposed on Syria during the rule of Bashar al-Assad, ending one of Washington’s most restrictive sanctions regimes and signalling a major […] The post US Congress Ends Syria Sanctions Permanently, Opening Door to Foreign Investment and Normalization of Relations appeared first on Khaama Press.

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24 h. ago US Announces Record $11.1 Billion Arms Sale to Taiwan, Escalating Tensions With China

The United States announced a $11.1 billion arms package for Taiwan, aiming to bolster deterrence and deepen security ties amid rising tensions with China. Taiwan said the United States is preparing to move ahead with what would be its largest-ever arms package for the island, worth about $11.1 billion, in a move likely to further […] The post US Announces Record $11.1 Billion Arms Sale to Taiwan, Escalating Tensions With China appeared first on Khaama Press.

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42 h. ago Talks in Iran Highlight Security Challenges with Afghanistan

Talks in Iran Highlight Security Challenges with Afghanistan  The China-Global South Project

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42 h. ago Afghan couple reflects on impact of Trump’s travel ban as anti

Afghan couple reflects on impact of Trump’s travel ban as anti-immigrant rhetoric intensifies  The Mercury News

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45 h. ago Trump expands US travel ban to include Afghanistan, 11 other countries

Trump expands US travel ban to include Afghanistan, 11 other countries  Amu TV

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46 h. ago Trump Expands US Travel Ban to Five Countries, Including Afghan SIV Holders

President Trump has expanded the US travel ban to five countries and included Afghan Special Immigrant Visa holders, intensifying restrictions on migration and refugees. The White House announced that President Donald Trump has signed an executive order banning citizens from five additional countries, Syria, Burkina Faso, Mali, Nigeria, and South Sudan, from entering the United […] The post Trump Expands US Travel Ban to Five Countries, Including Afghan SIV Holders appeared first on Khaama Press.

Politics

46 h. ago Trump Declares Venezuela a Terrorist State, Orders Oil Tanker Blockade

US President Donald Trump has designated Venezuela a foreign terrorist organization and ordered a full blockade on sanctioned oil tankers amid escalating tensions. US President Donald Trump on Tuesday, 17 December, ordered a “full and complete” blockade on all sanctioned Venezuelan oil tankers entering or leaving the country. Trump announced on his social media platform, […] The post Trump Declares Venezuela a Terrorist State, Orders Oil Tanker Blockade appeared first on Khaama Press.

Events

47 h. ago UK Charges Two Men with Hezbollah Membership and Terrorist Training

British authorities have charged two men with Hezbollah membership and terrorist training, including drone component procurement. British authorities have charged two men with membership in the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah and participation in terrorist training activities, Reuters reported on Wednesday, 17 December. Anis Maki, 40, is accused of attending a terrorist training camp at the […] The post UK Charges Two Men with Hezbollah Membership and Terrorist Training appeared first on Khaama Press.

Events

48 h. ago Afghan SIV Holders Included in Trump Travel Ban, Refugee Group Says

A refugee advocacy group says Afghan Special Immigrant Visa holders have been included in President Donald Trump’s travel ban, raising concerns over family separation and humanitarian consequences. The United States has expanded its travel ban, restricting citizens from several countries, including Afghanistan, from obtaining visas or immigrating to the country on security and immigration grounds. […] The post Afghan SIV Holders Included in Trump Travel Ban, Refugee Group Says appeared first on Khaama Press.

Politics

49 h. ago In wake of Syria attack that killed two US soldiers, Trump faces complicated ally and echoes of Afghanistan

In wake of Syria attack that killed two US soldiers, Trump faces complicated ally and echoes of Afghanistan  CNN

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3 d. ago Afghan refugees in Richmond fear fallout from Trump crackdown

Afghan refugees in Richmond fear fallout from Trump crackdown  Axios

Politics

3 d. ago U.S. Lawmaker Ilhan Omar Says ICE Agents Stopped Her Son in Minnesota

U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar said immigration agents stopped her son in Minnesota, accusing officers of racial profiling amid intensified enforcement targeting Somali communities. U.S. Congresswoman Ilhan Omar of Minnesota has accused federal immigration officers of racial profiling after her son was stopped and asked to prove his U.S. citizenship, prompting a formal complaint to authorities. […] The post U.S. Lawmaker Ilhan Omar Says ICE Agents Stopped Her Son in Minnesota appeared first on Khaama Press.

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3 d. ago Taliban skipped Tehran meeting after objecting to terrorism accusations, source says

Taliban skipped Tehran meeting after objecting to terrorism accusations, source says  Amu TV

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3 d. ago Iran Says Afghanistan Peace Impossible Without Active Support from Neighboring Countries

Iranian Foreign Minister stresses that sustainable peace in Afghanistan cannot be achieved without active collaboration and coordination among neighboring countries in political and economic initiatives. Iran stresses that Afghanistan’s long-term stability and economic development require coordinated regional cooperation, urging neighboring countries to engage actively in dialogue and integration initiatives. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi emphasized […] The post Iran Says Afghanistan Peace Impossible Without Active Support from Neighboring Countries appeared first on Khaama Press.

Politics

4 d. ago Iran gives Afghanistan shocker to USA as Trump demands Bagram air base| Taliban| Araghchi| Kabul | Videos

Iran gives Afghanistan shocker to USA as Trump demands Bagram air base| Taliban| Araghchi| Kabul | Videos  Hindustan Times

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4 d. ago Taliban Will Defend Rule If War Is Imposed, Says Deputy Spy Chief

Taliban Will Defend Rule If War Is Imposed, Says Deputy Spy Chief  افغانستان اینترنشنال

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4 d. ago New Epstein Photos Show Trump and Prominent Americans at Disgraced Financier’s Properties

The U.S. House Oversight Committee released new images from Jeffrey Epstein’s estates, revealing Donald Trump and other influential figures and drawing renewed attention to his social network. Democrats on the U.S. House Oversight Committee have released images from Jeffrey Epstein’s properties showing Donald Trump and other prominent figures linked to the disgraced financier. The photos […] The post New Epstein Photos Show Trump and Prominent Americans at Disgraced Financier’s Properties appeared first on Khaama Press.

Politics

4 d. ago Trump Promises Strong Retaliation After ISIS Kills U.S. Soldiers, Interpreter in Syria

President Trump warned that the recent ISIS attack in Syria, which killed U.S. soldiers and an interpreter, will face immediate and serious retaliation. Two U.S. soldiers and an American civilian interpreter were killed in an ISIS-linked attack near Palmyra, central Syria, on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Three other U.S. soldiers were wounded when the group, […] The post Trump Promises Strong Retaliation After ISIS Kills U.S. Soldiers, Interpreter in Syria appeared first on Khaama Press.

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