World Regions - Page 161

March 8, 2026

Trump admin turns Venezuela into major US oil supplier as global shipping crisis eases

Major policy shift sees Venezuela become key U.S. oil supplier under Trump administration, with new contracts signed for Gulf Coast refineries.

March 8, 2026

Trump warns Iran’s new leader won’t ‘last long’ without his approval

Trump warns Iran's new leader won't "last long" without U.S. approval as Operation Epic Fury enters second week following Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's assassination.

March 8, 2026

The unlikely tool Trump is eyeing to tackle rising oil prices amid the Iran conflict

War-risk insurance costs surge as conflict threatens oil shipments through Strait of Hormuz, potentially driving up gas prices for American consumers.

March 8, 2026

Eileen Gu serves as grand marshal for Chinese New Year parade in San Francisco

Controversial Olympic skier Eileen Gu was the grand marshal for the Chinese New Year festivities that took place in San Francisco on Saturday.

March 8, 2026

CENTCOM issues safety warning to Iranian civilians as regime uses ‘heavily populated’ areas for launches

CENTCOM warned Iranian civilians to avoid military-linked sites, accusing Tehran of launching drones and missiles from populated areas.

March 8, 2026

Cartels fear US retaliation as Trump-era pressure reshapes strategy: 'They fear the United States'

Mexican drug cartels reportedly avoid targeting American tourists due to fear of U.S. retaliation, especially under Trump's terrorist designation.

March 8, 2026

Balkans on edge: Kosovo political crisis sparks fears of renewed instability

Trump ally Kosovo President Osmani calls snap elections after parliamentary deadlock blocks presidential vote, creating political uncertainty in the Balkans.

March 8, 2026

Ex-DEA chief says he's 'never seen' cartel fight so intense as Trump weighs missiles against traffickers

Former DEA official says Trump administration's drug cartel crackdown is unprecedented, warning America must go on offensive against dangerous cartels.

March 8, 2026

Alysa Liu speaks out on Eileen Gu's decision to compete for China over US and political backlash

Alysa Liu defends Eileen Gu's decision to compete for China at Olympics, calling criticism hypocritical. Both Bay Area athletes faced unfair comparisons.

March 8, 2026

Iran’s last line of resistance holds back — but Houthi terror group warns it’s ready to act

Yemen expert reveals why Iran-backed Houthis haven't joined Iran conflict yet – and warns they could attack Saudi Arabia if conflict widens across region.