Kidnapping hoax exposed after man shot in leg
Caden Speight staged his own kidnapping in Virginia, fabricating a dramatic story before being shot in the leg during the elaborate deception.
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MacGill's kidnap ordeal: 'They threatened to cut fingers off'
Former Australian spin bowler Stuart MacGill reveals harrowing details of his 2021 kidnapping, describing how masked assailants threatened to mutilate him during a terrifying four-hour ordeal in Sydney.
Maduro declares emergency over US military 'threat'
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has declared a nationwide state of emergency, citing alleged US military movements as tensions escalate in the Caribbean region.
British man kidnapped after Paris sex party invitation
A British man was violently kidnapped after attending a high-end sex party in Paris, sparking a major investigation into a sophisticated criminal network targeting wealthy foreigners in the French capital.
Michael Palin's perilous journey into crisis-hit Venezuela
Veteran travel presenter Michael Palin confronts extreme danger and heartbreaking poverty in his most challenging documentary yet, 'Into Venezuela with Michael Palin', exposing the stark reality of life under a collapsing regime.
Trump Labels Venezuela a 'Narcoterrorist State'
Former President Donald Trump makes a bombshell claim, alleging a Venezuelan naval vessel was intercepted smuggling cocaine. He brands the Maduro regime a 'narco-terrorist' threat, signalling a potential return to his aggressive foreign policy stance.
Paraguay defies Mexico, Brazil on Venezuela embassy
Paraguayan President Santiago Peña stands firm against diplomatic pressure from Mexico and Brazil to close his country's embassy in Caracas, calling it a matter of 'principle' and defending Venezuela's opposition.
Trump's Alleged Plot: Attack Boats, Blame Venezuela for War
Ex-President Donald Trump allegedly asked advisers about a covert plot to attack US boats and blame Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro to justify military action, a bombshell new book reveals.
Venezuela Accuses US of Piracy in Boat Seizure
Venezuela's government has launched a furious protest against the United States, accusing it of an 'act of piracy' for seizing a Venezuelan fishing boat in Caribbean waters. The incident, which Washington links to Trump-era drug smuggling sanctions, threa
Venezuelan police raid Catholic church, detain activists
Venezuelan security forces stormed a Catholic church in Caracas, detaining activists and a journalist in a dramatic escalation of tensions between the government and the church.
Ohio Man Arrested in 22-Year-Old Kidnapping Cold Case
US Marshals arrest a 56-year-old Ohio man, charged with kidnapping a 9-year-old girl in a shocking 2002 cold case that has finally seen a major development.
Maduro Demands US Shut Its Embassy in Venezuela
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has dramatically demanded the immediate closure of the US embassy in Caracas, accusing Washington of funding opposition plots and meddling in upcoming elections, in a move that threatens to escalate diplomatic tensions.
Johnson's £700k Maduro meeting invoice revealed
Exclusive: A leaked invoice shows Boris Johnson's company charged a US lobbyist over £700,000 for a clandestine meeting with Venezuela's controversial president Nicolás Maduro, raising serious ethical and legal questions.
Venezuela Sends Fighter Jets to Intercept US Navy Destroyer
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has ordered fighter jets and naval assets to intercept and escort the US Navy destroyer USS Lassen out of what Caracas claims are its territorial waters, escalating tensions in a major diplomatic confrontation.
Trump Vows to Send US Troops to Venezuela if Elected
Ex-President Donald Trump stuns allies and adversaries by vowing to send American forces into Venezuela if re-elected, a move labelled a 'dangerous escalation' by foreign policy analysts.
Trump 'Wanted Military Action Against Venezuela' - Report
Explosive new report claims former President Donald Trump repeatedly suggested to his aides that the US military should invade Venezuela to combat drug cartels and overthrow Nicolás Maduro.
Venezuela Deploys Warship in Guyana Oil Dispute, Expels UK Firm
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro orders a military deployment to the Caribbean amid a fierce territorial dispute with Guyana over the oil-rich Essequibo region, directly threatening UK interests.
Nine hostages freed in Haiti kidnapping ordeal
Nine individuals, including a young child, have been released after being held captive in Haiti. The rescue marks a rare success amid the nation's escalating gang violence crisis.
Trump Spokeswoman Praises Venezuelan Dictator Maduro
Donald Trump's campaign spokeswoman, Karoline Leavitt, has sparked international outrage by lauding Venezuelan autocrat Nicolás Maduro's leadership as 'strong' and criticising US sanctions against his regime during a Chatham House event.
Kidnapped Woman's Daring Escape from Moving Car in Mexico
A kidnapped woman's incredible act of bravery was caught on camera as she leapt from a moving vehicle to escape her captors in Mexico. Shocking footage shows the moment she made her desperate bid for freedom.
Maduro offers free fuel to US families in sanctions gambit
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro announces a controversial scheme offering free fuel to US families, a move analysts see as a strategic ploy to ease crippling US sanctions amid economic turmoil.
Venezuela Sends Warships to Guyana Border in Major Escalation
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro orders a defensive naval exercise near Guyana, escalating a bitter territorial dispute and testing US resolve in the region.
ICE Agent Charged in Chicago Kidnapping
A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent and a woman have been charged with the violent armed kidnapping of Joshalin Rivera in Chicago, following a dramatic police chase and standoff.
California Baby Kidnapping: Hunt for Newborn and Suspect
California law enforcement launches a massive manhunt for a female suspect accused of violently kidnapping a newborn baby during a fake medical appointment in a brazen daytime attack.
Baby kidnapping attempt foiled at California mall
A brazen kidnapping attempt at a California shopping centre was foiled after bystanders intervened to rescue a baby taken from her mother. The suspect is now in custody.
Venezuelan opposition leader seeks US asylum
Venezuelan opposition leader Antonio Ledezma has requested asylum in the US after fleeing to Spain, as political tensions in Venezuela continue to rise under Nicolás Maduro's regime.
50+ kidnapped in Nigeria as bandit attacks escalate
Armed men have kidnapped more than 50 people in Nigeria's northwest, escalating fears over rising insecurity in the region. Authorities are yet to confirm the victims' whereabouts.
ICC issues arrest warrant for Venezuela’s Maduro
The International Criminal Court has issued an arrest warrant for Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro over alleged crimes against humanity, marking a significant escalation in global pressure on his regime.
Venezuela-El Salvador strengthen ties amid US pressure
Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro and El Salvador's Vice President Félix Ulloa discuss deepening cooperation on security and trade, as both nations navigate US sanctions and domestic challenges.
Trump offered Maduro sanctions relief for elections - leaked audio
Former US President Donald Trump reportedly offered Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro a deal to lift sanctions in exchange for free elections, according to leaked audio. The revelation has sparked controversy and raised questions about backchannel diplomac
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