US Military Detains Venezuela’s President Maduro, Opposition Leader Declares Himself Commander-in-Chief – 1/6/2026, 12:25:01 PM

Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro has been detained by US military forces, sparking a leadership transition with Vice President Delcy Rodríguez acting as interim president and opposition leader Edmundo González declaring himself commander-in-chief. [1][2] This follows the disputed 2024 election, where Western governments recognized González’s victory; Rodríguez has softened her stance toward the US, while González urges the military to uphold constitutional loyalty. [2] Maduro pleaded not guilty to US drug charges in his first court appearance. [1]

Other major global stories include escalating US-Venezuela tensions amid concerns over oil reserves. The EU supports Venezuela’s democratic transition and calls for respect of international law, with Spain and five Latin American countries rejecting any US attack; the EU also prepares agriculture ministers for potential Mercosur deal talks. [1] Greenland’s prime minister rebuked the latest Trump threat, amid questions on Trump’s interest in the territory. [1]

In the US, rare snowstorms and rain are causing havoc in California. [2] A multi-million-dollar tuna sale at 2026’s first fish market broke the world record for the most expensive fish ever sold. [1][2]

European developments feature a left-wing extremist attack leaving 45,000 Berlin homes without power. [1] Danish PM warns a US attack on a NATO ally would end “everything”; free civic space in France, Italy, and Germany faces growing threats per a new study; EU agriculture talks loom ahead of Mercosur. [1]

Technology and other news highlight AI prominence at CES 2026 in Las Vegas, including a robot concierge at an AI-powered hotel. [1] Skiers in Crans-Montana formed a heart to honor fire victims. [1]