The US military intercepted the tanker Aquila II, which violated quarantine for sanctioned vessels. The pursuit lasted from the Caribbean Sea to the Indian Ocean, where the vessel was inspected and boarded.
Israel has informed the US of its readiness to strike Iran without allied support. This will happen if Tehran crosses a "red line" in the development of ballistic missiles.
International commissions are increasingly recognizing candidates from NABU and SAP as dishonest, but they continue to work. The internal control units of anti-corruption bodies do not react to these facts.
The European Commission will ask Meta to suspend new terms that prohibit rival AI chatbots from using WhatsApp. This is due to concerns that Meta is violating the bloc's antitrust rules.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said that Russia remains open to cooperation with the United States, but does not hope for a restoration of economic ties. He noted that the United States seeks economic dominance.
The European Union is preparing for a week of intense diplomatic meetings, including a meeting of defense ministers, an economic summit, and the Munich Security Conference. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to attend the Munich Conference.
Taiwan rejected a US proposal to relocate 40% of its semiconductor manufacturing capacity, calling it impossible. Taiwan's Vice Premier stated that the island's semiconductor ecosystem would develop domestically.
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.
Bad Bunny performed at the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show, bringing reggaeton to one of the biggest stages. Donald Trump criticized the performance, calling it "a slap in the face to our country."
Global oil prices fell following news of diplomatic talks between the US and Iran in Oman. Brent crude dropped to $67, WTI to $63 per barrel, and India refused to import Russian crude oil.
Two military ships carrying humanitarian aid departed from Mexico to Cuba. Thus, the Mexican government continues a long history of solidarity between the countries.
Siniša Karan won the repeat elections for the president of Republika Srpska, despite accusations of fraud from the opposition. His election continues Milorad Dodik's course and strengthens separatist sentiments in the region.
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.
The Swedish company Saab is building a portfolio of potential orders for over 300 JAS 39 Gripen E/F fighters. Ukraine could order up to 150 aircraft, and Canada – 72, with the possibility of localizing production.
Japan's Liberal Democratic Party, led by Sanae Takaichi, won 316 out of 465 seats in the snap elections, setting a record. US President Donald Trump congratulated Takaichi.
Israel's security cabinet has approved measures to expand sovereignty over the West Bank, weakening the Palestinian Authority. This decision will facilitate the seizure of land from Palestinians and the expansion of Jewish settlements.
Vietnam has begun diversifying its arms purchases, moving away from Russian defense technologies in favor of Western standards. The country is negotiating with France for Rafale fighter jets and modernizing its army with the help of Israel and South Korea.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that the country will not stop uranium enrichment, despite US pressure and the threat of war. Tehran considers the nuclear program a strategic choice and does not succumb to intimidation.
The Indian Coast Guard has seized three tankers in the Arabian Sea on suspicion of oil smuggling. Analysts and Iranian media link these vessels to Iran and US sanctions.
Last month, Kyiv's Air Force lacked interceptor missiles for Patriot systems, their launchers stood empty. This allowed ballistic missiles to freely shell power plants.
Ukraine seeks to obtain Western security guarantees to deter future Russian aggression. At the same time, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasizes that any recognition of Russia's sovereignty over Crimea or Donbas will be legally invalid.
Andriy Sybiha told Reuters that only Donald Trump can stop Russia's war against Ukraine. Several unresolved points remain from the 20-point peace plan.
The Chief of Staff to the UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, has resigned over a scandal surrounding the appointment of Peter Mandelson as Ambassador to the US. This occurred due to Mandelson's connections with Jeffrey Epstein and his misleading of officials.
Indian refineries have suspended purchases of Russian oil for April delivery. The move is linked to New Delhi's desire to conclude a trade agreement with the United States.
Donald Trump involved US military leaders in diplomatic negotiations regarding Iran's nuclear program and ending the Russian-Ukrainian war. This approach sparked debate among national security and diplomacy experts.
China has commuted the death sentence of Canadian Robert Lloyd Schellenberg, convicted of drug trafficking, signaling a diplomatic thaw. This follows Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's visit to China to strengthen trade ties.
According to analysts, Russia used a temporary "moratorium" on strikes against energy targets to accumulate drones and missiles. After that, it launched devastating attacks on Ukraine.
Donald Trump used military leaders in diplomatic negotiations, sending the US commander-in-chief in the Middle East to talks on Iran's nuclear program. The Secretary of the Army became a key negotiator for ending the Russian-Ukrainian war.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet with US President Donald Trump on February 11. The key topic will be Tehran's nuclear program and recent contacts between Washington and Iran, which are causing concern among the Israeli leadership.
Greenland's Foreign Minister Vivian Motzfeldt stated that Nuuk's key demands regarding sovereignty and investment in negotiations with the US have not yet been met.
