US uses UK bases: British MPs clash over Iran war at House of Commons
(Al Jazeera English) US B-1 Lancer bombers at RAF Fairford are being rearmed with bunker-busting JDAMs, marking a switch from stand-off missiles as the base becomes a hub for bombing operations. Three B-1s returned from what is believed to be the first US mission to Iran launched from a British base in this conflict.
Venezuela
The Venezuelan crisis represents one of the most severe modern economic and political collapses outside of active warfare, triggering a profound humanitarian emergency and the largest mass displacement in Western Hemisphere history. Stemming from prolonged institutional decay, hyperinflation, and contested electoral cycles, the crisis has destabilized the broader Latin American region as millions of citizens flee across borders. The standoff between government forces and opposition factions continues to draw international scrutiny, sanctions, and diplomatic interventions. Reporting from within remains highly restricted, making independent verification of developments challenging. The situation evolves alongside shifting geopolitical alignments and fluctuating global energy markets.
