Sunday

January 4, 2026

Armed conflicts and attacks

Yemeni civil war

2026 United States strikes in Venezuela

The death toll from the strikes rises to at least 80, including members of security forces and civilians. (The New York Times)

Cuba confirms that 32 of its citizens were killed during the attacks while carrying out missions. Two days of national mourning are declared. (Al Jazeera)

The United States Federal Aviation Administration lifts the ban on US flights through the Caribbean imposed following military strikes in Venezuela. Hundreds of flights were canceled or are rescheduled from yesterday. (Reuters) (The New York Times)

Israel–Hezbollah conflict

Two Hezbollah militants are killed in a strike by the Israel Defense Forces in Al-Jumayjimah, Nabatieh Governorate, Lebanon. (The Jerusalem Post)

Disasters and accidents

Six people are killed and five injured after a roof collapses in Charsadda district, Pakistan. (Dawn)