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2026-02-17

Russia using Africans as 'cannon fodder' in Ukraine: INPACT/All Eyes on Wagner

Russia has been accused of aggressively recruiting individuals from across Africa to fight in Ukraine, using them as "cannon fodder" on the front lines. Investigations by INPACT/All Eyes on Wagner reveal that nearly 1,500 soldiers …

2026-02-16

European leaders discuss role at Munich Summit

European leaders convened at the Munich Summit to deliberate on the continent's evolving role in global affairs, particularly in light of shifting geopolitical dynamics. The discussions underscored the urgent need for Europe to strengthen its strategic autonomy and defense capabilities amidst growing uncertainties …

2026-02-15

Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi transferred to prison in Zanjan

The Norwegian Nobel Committee has strongly condemned the sudden transfer of Iranian human rights activist Narges Mohammadi to an undisclosed location, following a new seven-year prison sentence for charges including participation in illegal gatherings and propaganda. The 53-year-old, who …

2026-02-14

Macron tells Munich conference that Europe must become geopolitical power in its own right

At the Munich Security Conference, French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the urgent need for Europe to assert itself as a geopolitical power, capable of ensuring its own security. He stressed the importance of strategic long-term thinking …

2026-02-13

Russia blocks WhatsApp for failing to comply with local law, pushes state-backed alternative

Russia has completely blocked the popular messaging app WhatsApp, citing its failure to comply with local laws. The Kremlin has urged Russians to switch to MAX, a state-backed "national messenger," which critics argue is a surveillance tool …

2026-02-12

Large-scale attack on Ukraine overnight Thursday as ballistic missiles strike Kyiv

Ukraine faced a large-scale attack overnight, with multiple locations targeted across the country. In Kyiv, ballistic missiles struck residential buildings and other sites, prompting Mayor Vitali Klitschko to urge residents to stay in shelters for safety. The assault underscores …

2026-02-11

2026-02-10

Autoglorification as politics

In a striking parallel to historical dictators, the current leader of the world's most powerful democracy is engaging in a spectacle of self-aggrandizement reminiscent of authoritarian regimes. This leader, much like the Somoza dynasty that ruled Nicaragua for decades, is obsessed with immortalizing his name and legacy …

2026-02-09

Russian attacks against Ukraine kill 4, injure 30, including a child, over past day

Russian forces launched a wave of drone attacks against Ukraine, killing at least four civilians and injuring 31 others over the past day. The Air Force reported that 101 drones were deployed from various Russian locations …

2026-02-08

Top military official gains Trump's trust as crisis diplomat in Iran nuclear negotiations

The U.S. is adopting a new diplomatic strategy by involving high-ranking military officials in key negotiations. Admiral Lisa Cooper, commander of the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), will participate in talks, signaling a potential shift in …