Trump administration’s capture of Maduro raises unease about the international legal framework
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January 7, 2026

Trump administration’s capture of Maduro raises unease about the international legal framework

By By MIKE CORDER Associated Press 

THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — From the smoldering wreckage of two catastrophic world wars in the last century, nations came together to build an edifice of international rules and laws. The goal was to prevent such sprawling conflicts in the future.

Local tailgaters show support at Acrisure Stadium
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Enjoying some food in the parking lot before the Steelers’ playoff game Monday night are Marty Antonelli of Irwin, Dave Morrow of North Versailles, Risa Candelore of Irwin and Terry Kotuch of McKeespo...
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Local man pleads guilty to injuring public official
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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
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