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Trump threatens Iran as more protest deaths reported Amid deadly protests in Iran sparked by economic woes, US President Trump warned that the regime in Tehran would be "hit very hard" by the US if more protesters were killed. Denmark urges Trump to cease threats to take over Greenland The Danish prime minister has said the US doesn't have the right to annex the territory, after Donald Trump again said the US needs Greenland for national security reasons. Concerns raised over legality of Maduro's seizure The United States' sudden capture and removal of Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro likely broke international law, according to experts. At least 30 people dead in Nigeria 'bandit' attack Several other people, including children, were kidnapped by "bandits" in Nigeria's Niger state. Greek aviation disrupted by radio communication issues Airports in Greece suspended arrivals and departures amid radio frequency disturbances. Some flights resumed later in the day. Who is Zelenskyy's new chief of staff, Kyrylo Budanov? Lieutenant General Kyrylo Budanov is the first military officer to head Volodymyr Zelenskyy's presidential office. The head of the military secret service HUR is one of the country's most popular civil servants. Yemen's Houthis would benefit if fighting begins again Recent Saudi airstrikes against UAE-aligned separatists escalated tensions in southern Yemen. With Saudi Arabia and the UAE backing opposing factions, a return to fighting would most benefit the Houthis. Kenya mourns death of iconic elephant Craig Craig was one of the last remaining elephants identified as super tuskers in Africa, but also became a symbol for conservation. What is behind Trump's ouster of Venezuela's Maduro? The latest attacks on Caracas suggest regime change is top of the White House agenda when it comes to Venezuela. But the ultimate purpose may not be purely to restore democracy. Mexico: Powerful earthquake kills at least 2 people The magnitude 6.5 earthquake shook the center and south of the country, which is one of the most seismically active in the world. The capital Mexico City and tourist hotspot Acapulco were affected. K-Pop band BTS set to make comeback in March The reunion marks the end of a nearly four-year hiatus. All seven members of the South Korean pop boy band BTS have now completed their mandatory military service. Middle Eastern governments are watching Iran's protests As anti-government protests continue in Iran, countries in the region are watching. Some are concerned; others sense potential opportunity.