How the US attack on Venezuela, abduction of Maduro unfolded

By rahmat hidayat

Rabu, 07 Januari 2026

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7 January 2026 Weekly Highlights ­ Weekly Highlights ­ Hello.   This week, we look at how United States special forces abducted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, 63, in Caracas.   We also examine how the attack on Venezuela underscores the quietly rising influence of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio within the Donald Trump administration - while also revealing how the president's own priorities constrain Rubio's adventurism.   Separately, we delve deeper into the protests in Iran over the soaring cost of living and plunging value of currency. At least 25 people have been killed in the protests, and more than 1,000 have been arrested. ­ How the US attack on Venezuela, abduction of Maduro unfolded After months of planning, US forces, with 150 jets taking off from 20 airbases, took on an operation to abduct Maduro. ­ Maduro abduction shows influence, limits of US Secretary of State Rubio Top diplomat has long pushed toppling of Maduro, with eye towards Cuba, but remains constrained by competing ambitions. ­ Five things you need to know about protests in Iran Mass protests are spreading across Iran, but what's driving them and where could they lead? Here's what we know. ­ Survivors recount RSF gang rape in Sudan; infants among victims Survivors tell Al Jazeera of systematic RSF gang rape in Sudan as doctor confirms infants listed among victims. ­ Over 400,000 Russians killed, wounded for 0.8 percent of Ukraine in 2025 Ukraine's General Staff estimated the tally - but Russian President Vladimir Putin appears bent on avoiding peace talks. ­ The Take 🔊: What does Israel's recognition of Somaliland mean for the region? Israel's recognition of Somaliland pulls the breakaway territory into a larger regional power struggle. ­ ­ Follow Al Jazeera English on: ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ This email was sent to rh3252705.ikut@blogger.com You've received it because you've subscribed to our newsletter. View in browser | Contact Us | Unsubscribe © 2026 Al Jazeera Media Network Al Jazeera English, PO Box 23127 Doha - Qatar

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