Violence erupts in Mexico after killing of drug cartel kingpin ‘El Mencho’
Drug lord’s death sets off a wave of violence, with gunmen torching cars and blocking roads in several Mexican states.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,457
These are the key developments from day 1,457 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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Qatar pledges $1bn for Gaza peace mission
Qatar has pledged $1 billion to support the Board of Peace’s mission in Gaza
Published On 19 Feb 2026
Files reveal Epstein was offered chance to buy US Pentagon, FBI buildings
New files show Epstein, who had close ties to Israel, was offered sensitive US government real estate deals.
From: NewsFeed
Masked protesters arrested outside Trump’s Board of Peace meeting
Pro-Palestinian protesters gathered in downtown Washington, DC, outside Donald Trump’s Board of Peace event.
Published On 19 Feb 2026
‘Holding hands’: How Nigeria turned Trump’s threats to military partnership
Trump and Nigeria appeared headed for a clash over bogus claims of Christian ‘genocide’. Now the US is helping Nigeria.
South Korea’s ex-President Yoon gets life in prison for insurrection
South Korean court finds former President Yoon Suk-yeol guilty over declaration of martial law in December 2024.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,456
These are the key developments from day 1,456 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
US renews threat of military action as Iran, Russia announce naval drills
US warns Iran to reach a deal or face strikes as Tehran and Moscow announce joint naval exercises in the Sea of Oman.
US is withdrawing all 1,000 troops from Syria: WSJ report
The report says US officials expect troops to withdraw from remaining positions within two months.
From: NewsFeed
Video: War crimes complaint against Israeli sniper filed in Chile
A criminal complaint filed to a Chile court seeks the prosecution of an Israeli Ukrainian ex-sniper who was in Gaza.
Published On 18 Feb 2026
