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Two ships carrying food disappeared en route from Isla Mujeres to Havana without an SOS signal. Mexican aviation is searching for crews of various nationalities.
The 31st expedition officially began its work in Antarctica, taking over from the 30th team. Scientists report an early closure of the ozone hole and the absence of ice.
The US is investigating a Bulgarian national, linked to Viktor Bout, over the sale of weapons to the Jalisco cartel. The scheme involves grenade launchers and air defense systems worth millions of euros.
Cuba experienced another large-scale blackout due to the shutdown of its energy system. The country is suffering from fuel shortages and the blocking of oil supplies from the US.
The Sea Horse tanker with Russian diesel fuel changed its destination after updated US sanctions. Cuba remains in an energy crisis without oil supplies.
The vessel is transporting 700,000 barrels of oil to the island after a three-month hiatus. The delivery will only partially alleviate the shortage due to the lengthy refining time.
The Trump administration is tightening sanctions and restricting oil supplies to bring about a change of power in Cuba. The US plans to make the island's economy dependent on Washington.
About 10% of tourists cancel their trips or change exotic destinations to Egypt. Flights to Vietnam, China, and the Adriatic are gaining popularity.
Iran's Minister of Sports announced the withdrawal from the World Cup due to the death of Ali Khamenei. FIFA is looking for a replacement for the national team in Group G after Tehran's decision.
Attackers used AI chatbots to hack nine Mexican government systems. The bots provided hackers with code and bypass plans after a series of prompts.
The US National Weather Service has warned of the start of a large-scale storm season in the central regions. More than 6 million people, including residents of Kansas City and Tulsa, are under immediate threat.
Ecuadorian and US armed forces have launched joint anti-drug operations. These actions are aimed at combating illegal drug trafficking and are part of a new phase in the fight against narco-terrorism.
The President of the Iranian Football Federation, Mehdi Taj, stated that he does not know whether the national team will be able to play World Cup matches in the USA. This is due to the bombing of the country by the USA and Israel, as well as the ban on entry for Iranian fans.
The Mexican Prosecutor's Office handed over the remains of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, leader of the "El Mencho" cartel, to his relatives after genetic examinations.
The US has imposed a temporary global tariff of 10% for 150 days after the Supreme Court overturned previous tariff restrictions. President Trump plans to raise the rate to 15% later, but the timing is not specified.
American singer Selena Gomez vacationed in Mexico with friends, showing off her figure in a pink swimsuit. The star was spotted on the beach and a yacht in the company of, among others, Nina Dobrev.
The US State Department has urged its citizens in Mexico to remain in shelters due to the escalating situation following the elimination of a drug cartel leader. Militants are setting cars on fire and blocking roads, and shootouts are occurring.
Air Canada has temporarily suspended flights to the Mexican resort of Puerto Vallarta. This decision was made due to high security risks for citizens following a warning from the Canadian government.
One of the world's most wanted drug traffickers, Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," was killed in the western state of Jalisco. His death sparked riots and "narco-blockades" in five Mexican states.
Actor Eric Dane, who passed away at the age of 53, recorded an interview for the Netflix series "Celebrity Last Words. " In it, he addressed his daughters with a final message.
The tanker "Sea Horse" with 200,000 barrels of Russian diesel fuel is heading to Cuba, despite US sanctions. The vessel is expected to arrive in Havana in early March 2026.
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.
On Friday, February 13, the US military struck a drug traffickers' vessel in the Caribbean Sea, eliminating three narco-terrorists. The operation was authorized by Commander General Francis L. Donovan.
Cuba has been left without oil imports for the first time in a decade due to the cessation of supplies by Mexico and the tightening of the US blockade. This has caused a critical fuel shortage and a humanitarian crisis on the island.
Cuba is preparing for a shortage of aviation fuel, which will affect international flights, while Nicaragua has closed its borders to Cuban migrants. These events are taking place amid US pressure and an economic crisis on the island.
Two military ships carrying humanitarian aid departed from Mexico to Cuba. Thus, the Mexican government continues a long history of solidarity between the countries.
Nicaragua canceled visa-free entry for Cubans on February 8, making illegal migration to the US more difficult. This decision was made under pressure from the Trump administration to curb migration flows.
In eastern Colombia, armed individuals attacked the motorcade of Senator Jairo Castellanos, resulting in two deaths and four people missing. President Gustavo Petro ordered the arrest of those responsible, while the Minister of Defense suspects the involvement of the National Liberation Army.
The Russians stated that despite the state of emergency imposed against Cuba, Russia will continue to supply oil to the country as before.
Mexico will stop supplying oil to Cuba after Trump's negotiations with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. This decision, caused by US sanctions pressure, could lead to a humanitarian crisis in Cuba, where oil reserves will last only 15-20 days.