Britain’s firm support for Ukraine, historical rivalries and its role in Western sanctions have contributed to Russian narratives portraying the UK as a principal adversary in global geopolitics.
Russia’s military offensive in Ukraine has slowed to the slowest pace in a century, according to CSIS. Despite initial plans for a quick victory, logistical struggles and fierce Ukrainian resistance have led to a protracted and grinding conflict.
Ukraine’s drone forces report significant battlefield successes and outline plans to expand operations through 2026, reflecting how aerial technology is reshaping modern warfare.
At a Minneapolis town hall, Rep. Ilhan Omar was sprayed with an unknown substance by a man using a syringe; she was unharmed, and the suspect was arrested.
Ukraine's drone troops have claimed significant victories against Russian forces, signaling a shift in modern warfare. With plans to expand and advance their capabilities in 2026, drones are becoming central to Ukraine's defense strategy.
Ilhan Omar's recent attack at a Minneapolis town hall has drawn widespread condemnation. As political violence becomes more common, it raises important questions about the safety of public officials and the state of democracy in the U.S.
Australia endures an extraordinary heatwave with temperatures nearing 50°C, breaking records across inland regions, straining infrastructure and heightening bushfire and health risks.
A massive fire destroyed a 5-star hotel in Courchevel 1850, the exclusive French Alps resort, causing significant damage but no confirmed fatalities. The event raises questions about safety measures in luxury tourism.
South Korea’s ex-First Lady Kim Keon-hee was sentenced to 20 months in prison for accepting bribes, acquitted on other charges; her case forms part of wider political scandals.
UK PM Keir Starmer visits China with executives from Airbus, AstraZeneca and HSBC, blending trade hopes with careful diplomacy amid geopolitical tensions.
South Sudan’s military has ordered civilians, UN personnel, and aid workers to evacuate three counties in Jonglei State within 48 hours ahead of a planned operation, amid rising conflict.
Four failed rainy seasons have left Somalia with exhausted food reserves. Millions — especially children under five — are at risk of acute hunger and malnutrition without urgent humanitarian aid
Africa’s Eden MICE Show returns to Livingstone, Zambia, Feb 18–20, 2026 with SAACI partnership, site inspections, and focus on integrating business events into destination marketing.
IBTM Africa 2026 in Cape Town sees rising MICE buyer demand, reflecting Africa’s growing business events profile and global engagement in meetings and conferences
Nepal’s women‑led businesses face climate shocks compounded by limited financial access and gender barriers; tailored finance and inclusive policies could deepen resilience
Young Malaysians are rethinking hustle culture through a shared “Gen Z retirement home,” choosing rest and recovery as burnout reshapes ideas of ambition and success.
Mayon shows lava effusion and Strombolian bursts while Guatemala’s Fuego nears ten eruptions per hour, prompting close monitoring and safety advisories.
A Russian drone strike hit a civilian passenger train in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, killing at least five. Zelensky called it “terrorism” as rescue efforts and reflections on human cost follow.
Australia faces a severe heatwave, with some areas nearing 50 °C, record highs set, fires burning, and communities urged to take precautions.
A former French senator’s trial highlighted drug-facilitated sexual assault, reigniting national debate about consent and chemical submission in France.
North Korea fired multiple short‑range ballistic missiles into waters between the Korean Peninsula and Japan, prompting condemnation from South Korea and Japan and raising regional security concerns.
The Taoiseach and eight ministers will visit the US for St Patrick’s Day, continuing a long-standing tradition blending diplomacy, trade talks, and cultural ties.
Walz met with Trump’s border czar to discuss tensions over federal immigration operations in Minnesota, focusing on cooperation, investigations, and reducing agent presence.
Russia and allies exploit gaps in global sanctions through shadow fleets, third-party trade and mismatched legal regimes, urging tighter cooperation and enforcement.