The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has said it may deploy additional federal agents to Minnesota following the fatal shooting of a woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer.
The incident that happened on 7 January has sparked widespread concern and scrutiny.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem told reporters in New York City on Thursday that thousands of agents are already in the state and additional personnel could be sent “to keep people safe” if needed. Nearly 2,000 federal agents are currently deployed in Minnesota as part of ongoing operations targeting undocumented immigration.
The shooting occurred on Wednesday when Renee Nicole Good, 37, a U.S. citizen, was killed during a confrontation involving an ICE officer.
Noem defended the officer’s actions, stating he followed training while trying to free a vehicle stuck in snow amid protesters.
Local officials, including Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, have described the events differently, and video footage has produced conflicting accounts.
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension announced it was withdrawing from the investigation after the U.S. Attorney’s Office assigned the FBI sole leadership. The bureau said it could not meet state investigative standards without full access to evidence and witnesses.
Separately, Noem highlighted results from Operation Salvo in New York City, which led to 54 arrests linked to the Trinitarios gang. She said more than 60% of those arrested have been returned to their home countries and described the operation as “just the beginning of a broader and sustained effort” against transnational criminal organisations.
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Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Friday (January 9) accused protesters of acting on behalf of U.S. President Donald Trump.
Azerbaijan has dispatched a new rail shipment of petroleum products to Armenia, marking a continued resumption of trade following the lifting of long standing transit restrictions.
Venezuela has released Former opposition candidate Enrique Marquez and prominent Venezuelan-Spanish rights activist Rocío San Miguel and four other Spanish citizens, local rights group Foro Penal confirmed on Thursday (9 January).
Tens of thousands of Iranians have taken to the streets in Tehran and across at least 28 cities in a wave of anti-government demonstrations, now entering their twelfth day.
Snow and ice stalled travellers in northwest Europe on Wednesday, forcing around a thousand to spend the night in Amsterdam's Schiphol airport but delighting others who set out to explore a snow-blanketed Paris on sledges and skis.
U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that Iran could face a strong response from the United States if its authorities kill protesters amid ongoing unrest.
Snow and ice caused travel chaos in northwest Europe on Wednesday, while others were delighted by the snow-covered streets of Paris, venturing out on sledges and skis.
Iran is now facing a near‑total internet blackout as anti-government protests sweep the country. Major cities including Tehran have seen connectivity drop sharply, leaving millions of residents isolated from online communication.
Hungary’s foreign minister on Wednesday criticised European plans to establish military hubs in Ukraine, saying the move risks pushing Europe closer to a direct confrontation with Russia.
New York City parents could soon have access to free childcare for two-year-old children following a joint announcement made by Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul on Thursday (8 January).
French President Emmanuel Macron has warned that the U.S. is “gradually turning away” from some of its allies and “breaking free from international rules”.
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Russian drone and missile attacks on Kyiv early on Friday (9 January) killed at least 4 people, injured at least 19, and caused significant damage to residential buildings and critical infrastructure, Ukrainian officials said.
Venezuela has released Former opposition candidate Enrique Marquez and prominent Venezuelan-Spanish rights activist Rocío San Miguel and four other Spanish citizens, local rights group Foro Penal confirmed on Thursday (9 January).
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