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New START Nuclear Arms Control Treaty Expires
The last remaining nuclear arms control agreement between Russia and the United States expires on February 5, 2026, after failing to secure a new deal despite Russia's 2025 proposal for a one-year extension. Verification provisions had been suspended since 2020 due to COVID and later geopolitical tensions over Ukraine, raising risks of a nuclear arms race.
The Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons is highlighted as a key ongoing international ban on nuclear activities.
Trilateral US-Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks Resume in UAE
American, Ukrainian, and Russian representatives gather in the UAE for renewed trilateral peace talks amid ongoing strikes on energy infrastructure. A week-long pause on attacks secured by Trump ended, with Zelenskyy accusing Russia of violating it during freezing weather, while Trump claims Putin kept his word from Sunday to Sunday.
Both sides report downing drones overnight, undermining negotiation hopes.
Russia Launches Strikes on Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia
Russian forces resume drone and cruise missile strikes, including Zircon missiles, on Ukrainian cities like Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia after a brief moratorium on energy targets. In Zaporizhzhia, two civilians were killed and eight wounded in a drone attack.
A separate Russian drone strike on a minibus in Dnipro killed 15 mineworkers and injured seven.
Pakistan Ends 40-Hour Operation Against Baloch Liberation Army
Pakistani forces conclude a counterterrorism operation in Balochistan, killing 145 BLA insurgents, 18 civilians, and 18 security personnel. The government accuses India of backing the BLA amid heightened India-Pakistan tensions.
This marks a significant blow to the insurgency.
Nigeria Kills Senior Boko Haram Commander Abu Khalid
Nigerian forces raided Borno State, eliminating Boko Haram's deputy leader Abu Khalid in the Sambisa Forest along with ten other fighters. The operation targets the group's leadership in ongoing insurgency efforts.
This comes amid persistent violence in the region.
US Shoots Down Iranian Drone Near USS Abraham Lincoln
A US F-35 fighter jet downed an Iranian Shahed 139 drone approaching the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East. This incident highlights escalating US military buildup amid regional tensions.
Iran-backed forces continue provocative actions.
IRGC Gunboats Attempt to Seize US Tanker in Strait of Hormuz
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy gunboats tried to stop and seize a US tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, but it proceeded under US Navy escort. The tanker ignored demands and headed to the Arabian Sea.
Tensions persist in vital shipping lanes.
World Cancer Day Observed Globally
February 4, 2026, marks World Cancer Day, uniting efforts against the global cancer epidemic through awareness and action initiatives. Observances emphasize bravery in battling cancer and international solidarity.
Related events promote health advocacy worldwide.
National Girls and Women in Sports Day Highlights Equality
The day honors achievements of female athletes and advocates for gender equality in sports on February 4, 2026. Activities encourage participation and celebrate impact of women in sports.
It aligns with broader women's empowerment observances.
Multiple Deadly Bus Crashes in Turkey and Pakistan
Nine killed and 21 injured, including seven critically, in a bus crash off a road in Antalya, Turkey. In Pakistan's Lodhran District, four died and 28 injured when a wedding guest bus collided with a truck and overturned.
These accidents underscore road safety concerns.