Your World Tonight Growing protests in Iran, Colombian drug investigation, Preparing Milan's Olympic Hockey rink, and more
Jan 11, 2026
Katie Simpson, a CBC News correspondent in Washington, tackles the chaos in Iran, where protests are escalating despite a deadly crackdown and U.S. military threats. Jorge Barrera, a CBC reporter specializing in cross-border crime, reveals shocking wiretap evidence linking Venezuelan generals to drug trafficking operations. With the 2026 Winter Olympics approaching, concerns about the readiness of Milan's hockey rink are discussed after recent test games. Expect insights that blend urgent global issues with upcoming international events!
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Escalating Iran Protests And International Tensions
- Nationwide protests in Iran have met a violent crackdown with activists reporting hundreds dead and thousands arrested.
- President Donald Trump publicly threatened intervention while Tehran warned the U.S. to stay out.
Neighbor Films ICE Arrest At Breakfast
- Mike Hodap filmed ICE agents smashing a car's windows and arresting two occupants near his home in Minneapolis.
- His children felt terrified as federal enforcement intensified after a recent agent-involved shooting.
Wiretap Links Venezuelan Generals To Drug Shipments
- A 2016 Colombian wiretap captures brokers discussing payments to Venezuelan generals who control cocaine shipments.
- Colombian investigators say this evidence supports U.S. charges against Nicolás Maduro and his wife.