Associated Press
Qatar has halted LNG production after two Iranian drones attacked its energy facilities. Israel and Iran exchanged new strikes, and drones were intercepted over Cyprus and the UAE.
Iranian state television claims Iran struck down a US aircraft that crashed in Kuwait. Iranian outlet Tasnim claims three US fighter jets were shot down.
Pakistan carried out airstrikes on Kabul and other cities in Afghanistan, stating that its patience with the Taliban government had run out. Both sides report significant casualties, but the figures differ.
The Pakistan Air Force carried out a series of airstrikes on Kabul and the provinces of Kandahar and Paktia. The attack was a response to a night attack by Afghan forces on Pakistan's border areas.
The North Korean leader called on the US to abandon its "hostile" policy towards the DPRK, while also calling for the development of new weapons systems in case of a new war with South Korea.
Friedrich Merz arrived in Beijing for a two-day visit, where he will discuss fair economic conditions for German companies and China's assistance in ending the Russian-Ukrainian war. He emphasized the importance of the European context of Germany's policy towards China.
Over 6. 5 million people in Somalia will face starvation by March 2026 due to drought, conflict, and reduced international funding. Nearly 2 million children under five will suffer from malnutrition.
Kim Jong Un re-elected as General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea. Pyongyang plans to redouble efforts to accelerate its military nuclear program.
The U. S. Geological Survey recorded a strong earthquake in Malaysia. The deep focus helped avoid catastrophic consequences on the surface.
"All Quiet on the Western Front" won 6 awards, including Best Film, at the British BAFTA Film Awards.
Before the Olympic closing ceremony in Verona, a demonstration was held against the "unsustainable" and "bloody" event. Protesters expressed dissatisfaction with the economic, environmental, and political consequences of the Winter Games.
The US men's hockey team won gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics, defeating Canada 2-1 in overtime. Jack Hughes scored the game-winning goal, securing the USA's third Olympic title.
On Lake Baikal, a minibus with Chinese tourists fell through the ice. Seven foreigners and the driver died, one passenger was rescued.
The International Olympic Committee is investigating Gianni Infantino's actions for violating the principle of political neutrality. He participated in Trump's "Peace Council" meeting, where an agreement was signed on investments in football in the Gaza Strip.
UN High Commissioner for Refugees Barham Salih, during a visit to Ukraine, emphasized a diplomatic resolution to the conflict. He also warned of critical underfunding of humanitarian operations.
NASA plans the first crewed flight to the Moon as part of the Artemis program in March after a successful rocket fueling test. The Artemis II mission could launch as early as March 6 with four astronauts on board.
The US President met with a bipartisan group of governors and stated this morning that he has a backup plan for tariffs following the US Supreme Court's decision.
The US Supreme Court has overturned President Donald Trump's far-reaching global tariffs. The decision was made by a majority vote (6 to 3) and concerns tariffs imposed by Trump under emergency powers law.
Eight skiers' bodies were found after an avalanche near Lake Tahoe, with one person still missing. This avalanche became the deadliest in the US in almost half a century.
Former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valerii Zaluzhnyi spoke about the failure of the 2023 counteroffensive due to a lack of resources and the SBU searches in 2022, which he regarded as an act of intimidation. He warned the President's Office about his readiness to call in military personnel to protect the command center.
Russian architect Anastasia Kucherova, who lives in Italy, carried the Ukrainian team's sign at the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympic Games in Milan.
Warner Bros Discovery has resumed talks with Paramount Skydance after Netflix temporarily allowed it. The company has until February 23 to reach an agreement.
California is experiencing a powerful winter storm with thunderstorms, hurricane-force winds, and extreme precipitation, causing transportation collapse and the threat of landslides. Los Angeles authorities have declared maximum readiness and are calling for evacuation in at-risk areas.
At least 28 people were killed and dozens injured in central Sudan's Kordofan region after strikes on a market. A human rights group stated that drones bombed the market when many civilians were present.
US military boarded the tanker Veronica III in the Indian Ocean after tracking the vessel from the Caribbean Sea. This is part of US efforts to stop the illegal transport of oil linked to Venezuela.
A devastating storm system with tornadoes and squally winds hit Louisiana, Mississippi, Georgia, and Florida. Thousands of households were left without power, but there were no fatalities.
Indonesia has completed the formation of a contingent of 8,000 troops for a humanitarian mission in the Gaza Strip. The first group will arrive in April, and the main forces will be ready by June 2026.
A partial government shutdown has begun in the US due to a lack of compromise between lawmakers and the White House regarding oversight of federal immigration officers. This has led to a suspension of funding for the Department of Homeland Security, forcing 90% of its employees to work without pay.
On the Italian side of Mont Blanc, two skiers died as a result of an avalanche. The incident occurred on the Couloir Vesses route; one victim was evacuated but died in the hospital.
The UN Human Rights Office reported over 6,000 civilians killed during the RSF offensive on El Fasher in October 2025. The attack was accompanied by mass executions, sexual violence, and abductions.