The 7 Venezuela strike; Trump and Netanyahu; Kennedy Center cancellations; and more
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Dec 30, 2025 Tensions rise as U.S. forces strike a marine facility in Venezuela, marking a significant military move. President Trump and Netanyahu hold a pivotal meeting to discuss mutual concerns, including Hamas disarmament. The Kennedy Center faces backlash as artists cancel performances over Trump's name being added. Meanwhile, the Social Security Administration experiences turmoil with staff changes and backlogs. In lighter news, a study reveals red wine offers no health advantages over white, and a tech showdown explores AI capabilities.
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U.S. Strike Reported Inside Venezuela
- The U.S. claimed it struck a marine loading facility inside Venezuela, marking a potential first-known attack on Venezuelan soil.
- If confirmed, this expands prior U.S. actions from sea-based strikes to a shoreline operation with geopolitical risk.
Trump And Netanyahu Display Unity
- President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly reinforced a close relationship during a Mar-a-Lago meeting.
- Trump warned Hamas would have a "very short time" to disarm and suggested other countries might act if it did not.
Artists Cancel Over Kennedy Center Naming
- Several artists canceled performances after the Kennedy Center added Trump's name to the venue and named a Trump appointee its president.
- Acts like The Cookers and Doug Verone and Dancers publicly pulled shows in protest.