Explanation

The “New START Treaty” was a nuclear arms reduction treaty between the United States and the Russia for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms.

This treaty entered into force on 5 February 2011.

Additional Information:

“New START” stands for New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty

On 5 February 2026, the New START treaty officially expired.

***

Explanation

• Donald Trump described the US operation in Venezuela in 2025–26 as a modern update of the Monroe Doctrine.

Additional information:

• The Monroe Doctrine was first articulated in 1823.
• It was by President James Monroe to oppose European interference in the Western Hemisphere.

Last verified on 10-02-2026

Explanation

• On 3 January 2026, the United States launched a military operation in Venezuela code‑named Operation Absolute Resolve.
• The main goal was to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.
• U.S. forces struck targets mainly in Greater Caracas, suppressing defenses before seizing Maduro and Flores.

Last verified on 08-02-2026

Explanation

• Current Position: 72nd U.S. Secretary of State
• Assumed Office: 21 January 2025
• President: Donald Trump
• Preceded by: Antony Blinken
• Nationality: American

Last verified on 17-01-2026

Explanation

The United States military invaded Venezuela in 2026

The main objective of this operation was to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores

This operation has been named ‘Operation Absolute Resolve’.

The operation was launched on 3 January 2026.

 ***

Explanation

On January 14, 2026, the Trump administration announced a sweeping suspension of immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 nations including Pakistan.

The policy, set to take effect on January 21, 2026, targets countries whose nationals are deemed likely to become a "public charge" or rely on U.S. welfare benefits.

****

Explanation

The Board of Peace is an international organisation proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, first announced in September 2025 and officially established in January 2026.

Its stated purpose is to promote stability, restore lawful governance, and secure lasting peace in conflict-affected areas, originally focused on Gaza after the Israel–Hamas war.

***

Explanation

On January 22, 2026, the Unites States officially complete its withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO).

An executive order was issued by US president Donald Trump in this regard.

Reason of withdrawal: WHO’s alleged mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic

The US had remained member of WHO for 78 years before withdrawal.

Additional Information:

The U.S. became the first country to withdraw from WHO since it was founded in 1948.

***

Explanation

On January 22, 2026, the Unites States officially complete its withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO).

An executive order was issued by US president Donald Trump in this regard.

Reason of withdrawal: WHO’s alleged mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic

The US had remained member of WHO for 78 years before withdrawal.

Additional Information:

The U.S. became the first country to withdraw from WHO since it was founded in 1948.

***

Explanation

On January 22, 2026, the Unites States officially complete its withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO).

An executive order was issued by US president Donald Trump in this regard.

Reason of withdrawal: WHO’s alleged mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic

The US had remained member of WHO for 78 years before withdrawal.

Additional Information:

The U.S. became the first country to withdraw from WHO since it was founded in 1948.

***