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New START Treaty Expires as Ukraine and Iran Talks Intensify in Early 2026
The New START nuclear treaty expired February 5–6, 2026, removing binding limits on U.S. and Russian arsenals. Ukraine peace talks in Abu Dhabi and U.S.-Iran nuclear talks in Oman …
Trump Repeals EPA Climate Endangerment Finding, Unwinding Legal Base
The Trump administration has repealed the EPA endangerment finding that underpinned federal climate regulation, removing the legal basis for carbon rules.
China Builds Space Alliances in Africa With Surveillance Access
Reuters reports Beijing has 23 space partnerships in Africa, retains access to satellite data, and runs Egypt's 'homegrown' satellite facility with Chinese personnel and equipment.
Trump and Zelenskyy Clash in Oval Office as Ukraine Meeting Erupts
A Feb. 28 bilateral meeting turned into a shouting match. Trump and Vance accused Zelenskyy of disrespect; the minerals deal went unsigned and aid was suspended.
Trump Orders Federal Agencies to Plan Large-Scale Staff Cuts With Musk's DOGE
Trump signed an executive order Feb. 11 requiring agencies to coordinate with Elon Musk's DOGE on workforce reductions and to hire one person for every four who leave.
Pope Francis Backs U.S. Bishops on Migrant Dignity Amid Deportation Push
Francis sent U.S. bishops a letter in February 2025 supporting their defense of migrants' rights and warning that immigration enforcement must never undermine human dignity.
Arctic Sovereignty Crisis Deepens as Canada, Russia and US Stake Claims
Arctic sovereignty disputes intensify as Canada pledges $35 billion for defense, Russia expands seabed claims, and the US pushes to acquire Greenland.
Israel Kills Iran Intelligence Chief Khatib in Tehran Airstrike
Israeli forces assassinated Iran intelligence minister Esmaeil Khatib in a precision Tehran airstrike, the third senior official killed in 24 hours.
Super Tuesday Results Reveal 'New Center' Surge Across US Primaries
Super Tuesday 2026 primary results show centrist challengers defeating incumbents in Texas and Illinois, signaling a populist realignment in both parties.
Manila Summons Chinese Envoy After Coast Guard Collision
Philippines summons Chinese ambassador after coast guard vessels collide near Second Thomas Shoal, threatening a fragile South China Sea diplomatic thaw.
France and Poland Seal Nuclear Defense Pact in Kraków
France extends nuclear umbrella to Poland under the Kraków Accord, the most significant European defense treaty since NATO's founding in 1949.
Sudan Ceasefire Deadline Looms as US Board of Peace Pressures Warring Sides
The US Board of Peace faces a March 31 deadline to broker a Sudan ceasefire as the civil war's death toll passes 400,000 and 33.7 million need aid.
Starmer Faces Red Wall Rebellion as Labour MPs Revolt Over Budget Cuts
UK Prime Minister Starmer confronts the biggest Labour rebellion since 2024 as Red Wall MPs demand reversal of infrastructure spending cuts in 2026 budget.
Rwanda-DRC Crisis Deepens as Sanctions Hit Generals, Drone Strikes Kill Aid Workers
Rwanda-DRC tensions escalate over M23 rebel operations in eastern Congo as US sanctions target Rwandan generals and a drone strike kills a UNICEF worker.
UK and EU Sign Strategic Partnership in Biggest Post-Brexit Shift
Britain and the European Union formalize a strategic partnership agreement in Brussels, reshaping defense, trade, and youth mobility after years of post-Brexit friction.
Indonesia Begins Civil Servant Transfer to Nusantara Capital
Indonesia starts relocating thousands of civil servants to Nusantara, its $35 billion jungle capital in Borneo, as Jakarta sinks below sea level.
Amazon Waterway Crisis Fuels Impeachment Drive Against Brazil's Lula
Indigenous protesters forced Brazil to revoke Amazon river privatization, but the political fallout now threatens President Lula with impeachment proceedings.
GERD at Full Capacity Triggers Egypt-Ethiopia Diplomatic Crisis
Ethiopia's Grand Renaissance Dam reaches 74 billion cubic meters, prompting Egypt and Sudan to demand emergency UN intervention over Nile water rights.