Reuters: Specter of coup, surge in violence haunt Venezuela
CARACAS, Venezuela (Reuters) - Venezuela appears to be sliding toward a more volatile stage of unrest after anti-government forces looted weapons during a weekend raid on a military base and frustration over what some see as an ineffectual opposition leadership boils over.
Last week's installation of an all-powerful new legislative body run by leftist President Nicolas Maduro's Socialist Party loyalists, despite massive protests and a global outcry, has left many Venezuelans feeling there are no more democratic options to oppose the government.
That sentiment may have helped trigger Sunday's raid on a military base near the city of Valencia by soldiers and armed civilians, in which the government said two people were killed. Venezuelan authorities say they are hunting 10 of the attackers who escaped with a cache of weapons.
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MIDDLE EAST
Al-Qaeda ousted from oil-rich Yemen province: army.
Iran says arrested 27 IS-linked militants, foiled attacks.
Syria army ‘takes last IS-group held town in Homs’.
Fed up with Security Council, veteran prosecutor Del Ponte to quit Syria probe.
More Syrian child brides in Jordan amid poverty, uncertainty.
Jordan's King Abdullah in rare visit to Palestine. Jordan king in rare West Bank trip seen as message to Israel.
Turkey coup suspects to wear brown uniforms, Erdogan says.
Iran papers slam MP 'selfies of humiliation' with EU diplomat.
Joining Arab states, Israel says it plans to ban Al-Jazeera.
ASIA
At least 22 wounded in bomb blast in Pakistani city of Lahore. Blast in Pakistan’s Lahore wounds 10, destroys school.
Pentagon, S.Korea review missile size guidelines.
Nations race to prevent backsliding on North Korea sanctions.
North Korea vows to retaliate against US over sanctions. ‘Big mistake for US to think it’s safe’ – N. Korea hits out after new UN sanctions. North Korea expected to announce position on latest sanctions.
China’s foreign minister urges North Korea to remain calm following UN sanctions.
Chinese FM says Seoul's THAAD deployment decision throws cold water on ties.
S. Korea, U.S. hold bilateral meeting in Manila to discuss N.K. issue.
Trump, Moon agree to push ahead with North Korea sanctions.
Sar-e Pul: Taliban, ISIL joined forces to kill Afghans.
US, allies slam Chinese island-building.
Australia, US, Japan call for South China Sea code to be legally binding.
Poll: China is most optimistic country in the world.
AFRICA
UN sees early warning signs of genocide in C. Africa.
12 dead in Kinshasa violence: police.
South Sudan army captures main rebel base, rebels say.
Uganda holds meeting to combat piracy in Somalia.
Rwanda's Kagame wins re-election with nearly 99% of vote.
Mauritania votes to abolish Senate, handing President Aziz a victory.
Calls for peace on eve of tense Kenya election.
Kenyan police to flood streets as country braces for election violence.
Memories of violence in aftermath of 2007 election prompt Kenyans to leave cities before poll.
South African MPs await ruling on Zuma vote.
EUROPE
Turkey's Erdogan claims Germany abetting terrorists.
US and Russia chief diplomats show 'readiness' to talk despite escalating tensions.
Report: UK to cap Brexit fee at 40 billion euros. Britain denies agreeing to pay multi-billion EU exit bill.
Germany to resume sending migrants back to Greece.
More than 180 migrants rejoice and run through the streets as they reach European soil after storming security check point at Spanish enclave in Morocco.
Sicily fire crew 'caused fires for cash'.
Popularity of France’s upstart new president fading fast.
Petition against French First Lady gains momentum.
AMERICAS
Mexico's ruling PRI weighs loosening party rules to open presidential field.
'Sanctuary city' Chicago sues Trump administration.
Dueling factions in Venezuela stake claims at power.
Venezuela quells attack on military base, two killed. Maduro claims victory after ‘attack’ at Army base kills two. Venezuela searches for rebels after deadly clash at army base.
Venezuelans watch the military for signs of fraying loyalty.
US to respond by Sept. 1 to Russia’s expulsion of diplomats.
Mike Pence denies planning 2020 presidential bid.
Mexico preps for hurricane as Tropical Storm Franklin gathers strength.
FBI: 'Improvised explosive device' caused blast at Bloomington Islamic center.
British family on holiday in Brazil shot after taking wrong turn into slums.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
U.S. may begin airstrikes against ISIS in Philippines.
Would-be suicide bomber sheds light on suspected Pakistani militant web.
France opens terror probe against Eiffel Tower attacker.
Pakistani Taliban try to broaden reach with women's magazine.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
US stocks end at fresh records; European markets mixed.
Bitcoin soars to record high value.
South Korean prosecutors seek 12 year prison term for Samsung chief.
Google rebukes employee's gender gap memo.
Bitcoin hits new high ignoring recent cryptocurrency split.
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