BREAKING: According to Axios citing an Israeli official, Trump postponed a planned attack on Iran by a week to make Tehran think the U.S. was seeking a diplomatic solution.

The Kremlin says Russia remains in constant contact with Iran’s leadership and Gulf countries on the evolving situation. Vladimir Putin is expected to hold an international phone call today to discuss developments surrounding Iran.

Ukrainian President Zelensky says he is ready to help Europe defend its skies amid ongoing strikes in the Middle East.

Russian President Putin says "the the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader is a brutal murder that violates all ethics and international law."

BREAKING: Iran confirms Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has been killed. Reuters reports he was assassinated in a joint U.S.–Israeli strike while meeting top officials. A seismic moment for the Middle East.

Pakistan claims 72 Afghanistan troops were “terminated” in response to what it calls unprovoked Afghan attacks. Islamabad warns further counter-attacks may follow, signaling a dangerous escalation along the border.

Afghanistan retaliates after recent airstrikes - Taliban claim 15 Pakistani military posts captured and 40 soldiers killed in a heavy assault along the Nangarhar–Khyber and Kunar–Bajaur border at 9:30 PM. Tensions sharply escalate on the frontier.

Britain’s Reform UK says that if it wins power, it will deport large numbers of immigrants annually. The party plans to ban visas from six countries, including Pakistan, and create a U.S.-style immigration agency similar to ICE. UK politics on immigration just intensified.

Big deal: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will embark on a three-nation tour from February 26 to March 7, beginning with India. This marks an improvement in relations after the strains of the Trudeau era.

Snowstorm wreaks havoc in the US... 10,000 flights cancelled, 5.7 lakh homes without power, emergency declared in several cities

Donald Trump warns countries backing out of trade deals will “pay a heavy price.” At the same time, U.S. Senate Democrats have introduced a bill demanding Trump refund the tariffs he imposed — with interest. Trade war politics just escalated.

India advises citizens to LEAVE IRAN NOW

The next round of nuclear talks with the US will be held in Geneva, with the Iranian President saying, "We are prepared for any situation." The next round of nuclear talks between the US and #Iran will be held in #Geneva on February 26.

"I was confined to the Rashtrapati Bhavan, barred from even congratulating cricketers...," Bangladesh President Shahabuddin accuses Muhammad Yunus. #BangladeshElections2026

US to Halt Tariff Collections: Trump's tariff collections will be halted starting tomorrow, after the US Supreme Court ruled them illegal.

Trump agreed to a roughly 50% surge in defense spending, adding about $500B and pushing the proposed military budget toward $1.5T. White House and Pentagon officials have reportedly struggled to allocate the massive increase without waste, delaying the budget submission past the legal deadline.

Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi: Curious to know why we do not capitulate? Because we are IRANIAN.

BREAKING: Trump is reportedly considering a targeted U.S. strike on Iran if last-ditch nuclear talks in Geneva collapse. If an initial strike fails to halt Iran’s nuclear program, a broader campaign later this year, potentially aimed at regime change, could follow.

Breaking: Donald Trump raises 10% global tariff on India and other nations to 15%

India to import the highest amount of crude oil from Saudi Arabia in over 6 years.

Russia offers the US $12 trillion in deals in exchange for lifting sanctions, The Economist reports. #Russia #Trump #sanctions

A major new U.S. arms sale to Taiwan is reportedly on hold after pressure from China ahead of Trump’s planned April trip to Beijing. Xi Jinping called Taiwan arms sales “the most important issue in China-U.S. relations” during a recent call. #Taiwan #China #XiJinping

Ukraine has introduced sanctions against Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, according to President Zelensky. The move signals rising pressure on Minsk amid the ongoing regional conflict and shifting geopolitical tensions. #Ukraine #Belarusian #Alexander #Zelensky

Iran is also preparing for war! Khamenei said, "We will sink the American warship in the sea." #Iran #Khamenei #AyatollahKhamenei #American #fighterjets

Google CEO Sundar Pichai meets with Indian Prime Minister Modi.

Is the public unhappy with Trump's immigration policies? Ratings have dropped to a low of 38%.

Breaking: Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri meets Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, leader of Bangladesh’s Jamaat-e-Islami in Dhaka

Netanyahu suggests phasing out U.S. military aid to Israel within the next decade, signaling a potential shift toward greater self-reliance and a new chapter in U.S.–Israel strategic relations.

India has reportedly approved ~$8.6–8.7 billion in arms purchases from Israel, making Israel one of its top defense suppliers (second after France).

A new Italian bill authorises naval blockades of migrant vessels attempting to reach Italian shores.

France is urging 29-year-olds to have children — or freeze their eggs — as it battles falling birth rates and rising infertility.

India to buy 114 Rafale fighter jets from France for $40 billion. #RafaleJets #IndiaDefense #IndiaFranceDeal

Russia officially blocks Meta's WhatsApp messaging app nationwide. #BreakingNews #Russia #WhatsApp #Meta #TechNews

Trump administration talked about seizing more Iranian oil tankers to squeeze Tehran, but backed off over fears Iran would retaliate, spike oil prices, or treat it as an act of war. Iran could respond by seizing allied tankers or mining the Strait of Hormuz (≈25% of global oil). Source: WSJ

India, UK sign Social Security agreement. This will eliminate double social security contributions of employees on temporary overseas assignments, support mobility of talent between the two countries

India formally announces French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to India on 17-19 February 2026.

Somalia and Saudi Arabia have signed a military cooperation agreement. The Somali Defense Ministry said in a statement that the agreement will strengthen defense and military cooperation between the two countries.

US Trade Representative Ambassador Greer joined Bangladesh’s Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin in signing the U.S.–Bangladesh Agreement on Reciprocal Trade. #US #Bangladesh #agreement

🚨 #BREAKING: Israel has warned the U.S. that Iran’s ballistic missile program poses an “existential threat,” signaling it is ready to strike alone if Tehran crosses a defined red line. Tensions in the Middle East continue to rise. (Source: JPost)

Mexico has sent over 800 tons of humanitarian aid to Cuba, including food, powdered milk, and hygiene supplies. Two Navy vessels departed Veracruz under orders from President Sheinbaum, with arrival expected in four days and more aid planned.

India set to order up to $80 billion in Boeing planes following trade deal with US.

Trump writes that he has talked to Keir Starmer about his decision to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos islands from the UK to Mauritius. Trump writes that no matter what happens, the U.S. won’t give up its military base on Diego Garcia.

US President Donald Trump said he would meet with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at the White House on March 19, as he looks to cement the relationship with the Japanese leader

Trump announces White House visit by Japanese PM Takaichi on March 19.

China bans all new investments in Israel.

US issues notice urging Americans to leave Iran immediately. #BreakingNews #USStateDept #Iran

The US demands that Iran end oil exports to China during negotiations with Iranian officials. #USIran #IranChina #OilPoliticsThe

Nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran, scheduled for Friday, were canceled due to Iran’s refusal to engage in non-nuclear issues. Source: Reuters, citing Axios

Washington DC | External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar meets US Secretary of State Marco Rubio

New US–India deal will boost American farm exports to India, lift prices, and pump cash into rural America, says US Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins.