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Trump Claims Peace Deals Close in Iran and Ukraine
US President Donald Trump states a deal to end the Russia-Ukraine war is imminent, with Russia's special envoy Kirill Dmitriev heading to Miami for talks. Trump also claims Iran wants to negotiate amid US naval presence, after Iran halted protester executions.
Ukraine reports ongoing Russian attacks on rail infrastructure.
US Captures Venezuelan President Maduro
US forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores, flying them out; Vice President Delcy RodrĂguez now acting president. This follows US Marine strikes on Fort Tiuna and Generalissimo Francisco de Miranda Air Base in Venezuela.
Myanmar Union and Solidarity Party Dominates Disputed Election
The Union and Solidarity Party won an overwhelming majority in Myanmar's legislative chambers. Parliament convenes in March to elect a president, with new government in April.
ASEAN and human rights groups denounce the election as a sham.
US Deploys Armada Near Iran, Oil Prices Surge
US naval armada reaches Middle East waters off Iran amid Trump's rhetoric, pushing Brent oil into $70s and WTI to mid-$60s. Iran's Foreign Minister warns of immediate response to aggression.
Tensions link to nuclear program concerns.
Trilateral Ukraine-Russia-US Talks Continue in UAE
Talks involving Ukraine, Russia, and US proceed in UAE amid peace efforts. Ukrainian PM reports recent Russian attacks on infrastructure.
Reuters notes Russian envoy's US travel.
Israeli Airstrikes in Gaza Kill 13, Including Children
Israeli military launched attacks in Gaza, killing 13 Palestinians including five children. Ongoing Gaza war sees multiple strikes.
US Withdraws from Iraq's Al-Asad Airbase
US Armed Forces formally withdraw from Al-Asad Airbase, handing control to Iraqi forces for first time since 2014.
EU and Mercosur Sign Free Trade Agreement
After 25 years of negotiations, EU and Mercosur formally sign association agreement. Separately, EU and India unveil major tariff reduction trade deal.
China's Xi Purges Top Military Leaders
President Xi Jinping removes top generals Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli in ongoing military purge since 2023. Provinces lower 2026 growth targets, speculation rises on national cut.
DOJ Releases More Jeffrey Epstein Files
Deputy AG announces release of millions of Epstein documents following new act. Trump holds executive order signing amid headlines on journalist deaths and arrests.
Sudan Government Returns to Khartoum
Prime Minister Kamil Idris announces return to capital after operating from Port Sudan during civil war.
Cambodia Liquidates Prince Bank Over Fraud
Central bank orders liquidation of Prince Bank after founder Chen Zhi indicted by US for fraud and extradited to China.