CNN 5 Things Venezuela Port Strike, MN Police Surge, Kennedy Center Cancellations and more
Dec 30, 2025
A CIA drone strike targets a Venezuelan port tied to drug operations, stirring controversy. President Trump's diplomatic moves with Israel and Ukraine hint at a potential ceasefire while Netanyahu seeks political leverage. In Minnesota, a viral video prompts a surge of FBI investigations into fraud. The Kennedy Center faces backlash as artists cancel shows over Trump's name being added to its board. Meanwhile, Beyoncé celebrates reaching billionaire status thanks to her successful tours and business ventures.
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U.S. Strike Inside Venezuela Reported
- The CIA reportedly carried out a drone strike on a Venezuelan port facility earlier this month targeting a dock used to store and move drugs.
- The strike is the first known U.S. attack inside Venezuela and follows another deadly U.S. strike on an alleged drug boat in the Eastern Pacific.
Trump Hosts Leaders, Pushes Gaza Demands
- President Trump hosted Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy for two days of diplomacy focused on Gaza and other issues.
- Trump pressed Hamas to disarm as part of phase two of a ceasefire deal while offering political support to Netanyahu.
Ukraine Denies Drone Attack Claims
- Ukraine denied reports it attacked a residence of Vladimir Putin and warned the alleged attack could affect Russia's negotiating stance.
- Trump said he heard about the alleged attack from President Putin and called it "not good."