Trump claims Iran war nearly complete, oil prices fall
President Donald Trump stated the war against Iran is nearly complete, prompting a rise in the Dow Jones and S&P 500, while oil prices dipped below $100.
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Russia launches drone and missile barrage on Kharkiv residential areas
At least ten people, including two children, were killed in Kharkiv when a Russian missile struck a residential building. The attack damaged power grids and infrastructure across the region.
Israeli military orders evacuation of Dahieh, Beirut
The Israeli military issued an evacuation order for Dahieh, a densely populated suburb of Beirut, Lebanon, which is a stronghold of Hezbollah. Thousands of residents fled the area following the directive to leave immediately.
Senate rejects war powers resolution on Iran conflict
The U.S. Senate voted down a war powers resolution aimed at limiting President Trump's authority in the Iran conflict, marking the first congressional vote on the war.
U.S. attack on Iran prompted by anticipated Israeli strike
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated the initial U.S. military action against Iran followed intelligence of an imminent Israeli operation targeting Iranian leadership, which U.S. officials believed would provoke retaliation against American forces in the region.
Protests in Des Moines oppose U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran
More than 100 people protested in Des Moines against U.S.-Israel military actions targeting Iran, citing violations of law and constitution.
Trump claims Iran agreed to talks after US-Israel strikes
US President Donald Trump stated he has agreed to talks with Iran following strikes that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iranian security council secretary Ali Larijani rejected any negotiations.
Iran, Iraq, Israel, Kuwait, Qatar, and Syria close their respective airspaces to civilian flights as a precautionary measure, while the UAE partially closes its airspace.
Iran, Iraq, Israel, Kuwait, Qatar, and Syria close their respective airspaces to civilian flights as a precautionary measure, while the UAE partially closes its airspace. Later, the UAE indefinitely suspends all flights from the Al Maktoum and Dubai international airports.
Afghanistan launches border attacks after Pakistani air strikes
Afghanistan conducts attacks on Pakistani military positions along the shared border following Pakistani air strikes four days earlier. Pakistan reports retaliatory operations and claims significant damage to Afghan forces and infrastructure.
Russia launches missile and drone strikes across Ukraine, killing four
Russian forces conducted a series of missile and drone attacks across Ukraine, resulting in four fatalities, including two civilians in Odesa. The strikes targeted infrastructure in multiple regions, with damage reported to industrial, energy, and civilian sites.
Slovakia suspends emergency electricity to Ukraine over oil pipeline dispute
Slovakia has halted emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine, citing the need for the Druzhba pipeline to resume Russian oil transit. The move follows a two-day ultimatum issued by Prime Minister Robert Fico.
At least nine people were killed and 35 others injured when a passenger bus overturned due to reckless driving in Badghis Province, Afghanistan
At least nine people were killed and 35 others injured when a passenger bus overturned due to reckless driving in Badghis Province, Afghanistan.
Secret Service and police officials kill an armed 21-year-old man who entered Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump's estate in Palm Beach, Florida, United States
Secret Service and police officials kill an armed 21-year-old man who entered Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump's estate in Palm Beach, Florida, United States.
Norway tops medal table as Milan Cortina Olympics conclude
The 2026 Winter Olympics ended in Milan with Norway ranked highest in the medal table. The Olympic flag was transferred to France for the 2030 Games in the French Alps.
Trump raises global tariff to 15% under emergency powers
The US president increases the global tariff rate from 10% to 15% under emergency authority, effective 21 February 2026, with a 150-day limit. Exemptions apply to goods under existing trade agreements and certain sectors under separate review.
At least 12 killed in Israeli strikes on Hezbollah and Hamas targets in Lebanon
Israeli strikes across Lebanon killed at least 12 people and injured 33, targeting Hezbollah and Hamas locations in the Bekaa Valley and Ein el-Hilweh refugee camp, with a Hezbollah military leader reported dead.
Trump orders release of UFO and alien files
President Trump directed Pentagon and other agencies to begin identifying and releasing government files on extraterrestrial life and UAPs, citing public interest and disputed claims about prior disclosures.
American e-commerce company eBay announces it will acquire Depop from Etsy for $1.2 billion, merging two of the largest secondhand e-commerce platforms in the world
American e-commerce company eBay announces it will acquire Depop from Etsy for $1.2 billion, merging two of the largest secondhand e-commerce platforms in the world.
Two Palestinians, including child, killed in Israeli attacks across Gaza
Two Palestinians, one a child, were killed in separate Israeli attacks in Gaza, while access to medical evacuation via Rafah remains severely restricted.
Three Sloviansk Thermal Power Plant engineers are killed and another is injured in a Russian drone attack on a vehicle in Mykolaivka, Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine
Three Sloviansk Thermal Power Plant engineers are killed and another is injured in a Russian drone attack on a vehicle in Mykolaivka, Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine.
Tyler Reddick wins 68th Daytona 500 for 23XI Racing
Tyler Reddick secured victory in the 68th Daytona 500 driving for 23XI Racing, a team owned by Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin. The win marked his ninth career victory in the NASCAR Cup Series.
Brazilian skier wins first Winter Olympics gold for South America
Lucas Pinheiro Braathen secured Brazil's first Winter Olympics medal and South America's first ever, winning gold in the men's giant slalom.
UAE-based DP World CEO Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem resigns and leaves the company with immediate effect amid controversy
UAE-based DP World CEO Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem resigns and leaves the company with immediate effect amid controversy over his connection to convicted American sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, whom he exchanged hundreds of emails with over a decade.
Lufthansa strike grounds hundreds of flights over cost-cutting dispute
A one-day strike by Lufthansa pilots and flight attendants disrupted operations, grounding hundreds of flights and affecting nearly 100,000 passengers due to disputes over cost-cutting measures and retirement benefits.