December 13, 2025

Families Appeal for Release of 11 Pakistani Fishermen Held by India

Families of 11 Pakistani fishermen caught by Indian authorities plead for their release. They say the fishermen are poor and may have crossed the border by mistake.

December 13, 2025

27 European Nations Push to Rethink Human Rights Laws, Citing Migration Concerns

Twenty-seven European countries have urged changes to post-WWII human rights laws, saying these laws hinder migration control. Europe's top human rights official warns this may create a 'hierarchy of people' and hurt protections.

December 13, 2025

UNESCO Adds 67 Intangible Heritage Elements at Red Fort Meet; Next Session in China 2026

UNESCO's key meeting at Delhi's Red Fort ended with 67 new intangible heritage additions from 80 countries. India's Deepavali included. Next committee meets in China in 2026.

December 13, 2025

US Seizes Venezuelan Oil Tanker, Halts Exports Except Chevron’s Ships

The US seized the Venezuelan tanker Skipper and hit shipping firms with sanctions, severely cutting Venezuela’s oil exports. Only Chevron ships still sail with Caracas crude, as tensions with Maduro’s government soar.

December 13, 2025

US Seizes Venezuelan Oil Tanker Skipper Amid Rising Tensions Over Maduro

The US seized the oil tanker Skipper carrying 1.85 million barrels of Venezuelan crude. The ship is headed to Houston but too large to dock there. US is stepping up pressure on President Maduro with more ship seizures expected. Chevron’s licence in Venezuela was also renewed, highlighting US strategy.