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politics1 month ago•173 min saved

CIA-linked U.S. officials die in Mexican crash after drug raid

Two U.S. embassy officials, reportedly CIA employees, were killed in a car crash in Chihuahua, Mexico, after a drug raid, along with two Mexican federal officers; authorities are investigating the circumstances. The CIA declined to comment, and The Washington Post reported the CIA link. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum called for a full investigation into potential constitutional or national security-law violations, noting the collaboration was federal. The incident comes as the CIA has expanded counternarcotics operations in Mexico under Director John Ratcliffe, including drone surveillance and a review of its authorities against cartels.

via CNN|

#chihuahua #cia #drug-trafficking

world1 month ago•16 min saved

Sheinbaum seeks answers after Chihuahua operation claims four lives

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said she will demand explanations after four U.S. Embassy and Mexican officials died in an accident during a weekend joint operation in Chihuahua, adding she was unaware of collaboration between the U.S. and the local authorities in the northern state.

via AP News|

#chihuahua #deaths #investigation

world1 month ago•4 min saved

Mexico Seeks Answers After U.S. Officials Die in Chihuahua Operation Crash

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said she will demand explanations after four officials—two Mexican investigators and two U.S. Embassy instructors—died while returning from a raid to destroy clandestine drug laboratories in Chihuahua. She was not informed of any U.S.-state collaboration and said federal authorization is required for such cooperation. The U.S. Embassy confirmed the officials were assisting Chihuahua authorities, and prosecutors said the convoy skidded and fell into a ravine during a night drive. There was no indication of a joint operation at the national level, and officials pledged more details as investigations continue.

via PBS|

#chihuahua #clandestine-labs #sheinbaum

world2 months ago•3 min saved

Missile strikes U.S. Embassy helipad in Baghdad as tensions rise

A missile hit a helipad inside the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad’s Green Zone, causing smoke and damage with no immediate word on casualties; security officials said the strike damaged part of the air defense system, and Iran-aligned groups in Iraq have long threatened US facilities, though there was no immediate claim of responsibility as the broader US-Israel war on Iran continues and security alerts have been renewed.

via Al Jazeera|

#baghdad #iran-backed-groups #iraq-conflict

world2 months ago•19 min saved

Drone strike targets U.S. diplomatic compound in Baghdad as tensions rise

A drone attack hit a major U.S. diplomatic facility in Baghdad, suspected retaliation by pro-Tehran militias amid regional tensions tied to the U.S.- and Israeli-led war on Iran.

via The Washington Post|

#baghdad #drone-attack #iraq

world2 months ago•7 min saved

Blast outside U.S. Embassy in Oslo spurs investigation

Police in Oslo are examining an explosion outside the U.S. Embassy, with no injuries reported; authorities say an incendiary device detonated near the entrance and are pursuing multiple leads, including a possible targeted attack, while seeking witnesses and suspects.

via PBS|

#explosion #investigation #norway

world2 months ago•3 min saved

Oslo embassy blast prompts terrorism probe as investigators search for suspects

An explosion outside the U.S. embassy in Oslo is being treated as a possible terrorist act with no suspects or motive identified yet. Police say the blast caused minor damage and no injuries, while lawmakers and officials note heightened security after recent attacks on American diplomatic sites; the investigation is ongoing.

via politico.eu|

#investigation #norway #oslo

world2 months ago•5 min saved

Oslo U.S. Embassy Explosion Triggers Police Response

An explosion struck the U.S. embassy in Oslo early this morning, prompting a large police response. Authorities say there are no injuries and the embassy sustained minor damage; investigators say there is no information yet on what happened or who was involved.

via BBC|

#explosion #norway #oslo

world2 months ago•180 min saved

Oslo blast hits U.S. embassy; minor damage, no injuries

A blast struck the U.S. embassy in Oslo early Sunday, causing minor damage with no injuries, according to Oslo police. A search for the perpetrators was underway, with authorities reporting no additional devices found and saying there was no confirmed link to broader regional tensions at this time.

via CNN|

#explosion #norway #oslo

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Blast Near U.S. Embassy in Oslo Leaves No Injuries; Police Probe

An explosion near the U.S. Embassy in Oslo caused minor damage but no injuries, with police saying they’re in contact with the embassy and continuing an investigation into the blast’s cause and perpetrators.

via CBS News|

#explosion #norway #oslo

world2 months ago•6 min saved

Iranian drones strike Riyadh embassy as regional confrontation intensifies

Iran launched drones at the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh as part of a widening regional campaign that prompted U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran; evacuations were ordered across several Gulf states, and casualty tallies rose on multiple sides, including six American service members killed.

via AP News|

#drones #iran #middle-east

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Drones Hit US Embassy in Riyadh, Fire Contained, No Casualties

Two drones struck the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh, causing a small fire and minor damage to the diplomatic compound with no casualties; Saudi Defence Ministry said the fire was limited and the embassy was empty at the time, while air defences reportedly intercepted multiple drones. The attack comes amid broader Gulf tensions tied to Iran-linked retaliation, and the U.S. issued a shelter-in-place advisory for citizens in Riyadh, Jeddah and Dhahran as President Trump signaled a forthcoming response.

via Al Jazeera|

#drone-attack #middle-east-tensions #riyadh

travel3 months ago•21 min saved

Cabo Safe From Mainland Travel Alerts, Experts Say

Amid viral chatter about a mainland travel alert, Cabo Sun says Los Cabos remains safe and is not affected by the US Embassy warning, which explicitly omits Baja California Sur where Cabo San Lucas is located. Live safety data show a high Traveler Safety Index for the area (around 93), while disruptions are concentrated in mainland hubs like Jalisco, Puerto Vallarta, and Guadalajara. Travelers should monitor airline status for potential delays, but a Cabo trip can proceed with normal resort and beach activity.

via Cabo Sun|

#baja-california-sur #los-cabos #safety

world7 months ago•1 min saved

US Embassy Warns Americans Amid Rising Venezuela Tensions in Trinidad and Tobago

The U.S. Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago has issued a warning for Americans to avoid government facilities amid rising tensions and threats linked to recent U.S. military strikes targeting drug traffickers in the Caribbean region, particularly near Venezuela, leading to increased security measures in Trinidad and Tobago.

via CBS News|

#americans-safety #caribbean-security #trinidad-and-tobago

world7 months ago•2 min saved

US Warns Americans in Trinidad and Tobago Amid Venezuela Tensions

The US Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago issued a rare warning for Americans to avoid government facilities amid heightened regional tensions linked to US-Venezuela conflicts and recent US military strikes targeting suspected drug traffickers, with authorities in Trinidad and Tobago increasing security measures.

via AP News|

#caribbean-tensions #security-warning #trinidad-and-tobago