THE NEW YORK TIMES – WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2026

U.S. Forces Intercept Oil Tanker That Defied Blockade of Venezuela

The U.S. had been pursuing the Russian-flagged tanker as part of its pressure campaign against Venezuela. The move deepens a confrontation with Russia.

Europe and Rest of World Try to Come to Terms With Trump the Imperialist

Needing support to fend off Russia in Ukraine, European leaders are cautious about criticizing President Trump on Greenland, Iran, Venezuela and much else.

Stephen Miller Offers a Strongman’s View of the World

President Trump’s trusted adviser is casting his hard-right gaze abroad, saying the world must be governed by “force.”

Cuba’s Long-Suffering Economy Is Now in ‘Free Fall’

Warner Bros. Board Rebuffs Paramount’s Latest Buyout Offer

The board said the blockbuster deal it reached with Netflix last month posed less risk.

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