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📅February 17, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Escalating Ukraine-Russia war with deadly strikes, storms ravage Europe, Navalny poisoning accusations, Gaza tensions, US military moves, and global diplomacy dominate headlines.
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Russian Drone Strike Kills 15 in Dnipro, Ukraine

A Russian drone hit a minibus carrying mineworkers in Dnipro, killing at least 15 and injuring seven others.Source 2 Kyiv faces blackouts affecting 300,000 amid -23°C cold and ongoing attacks, forcing shelter relocations.Source 1 Zelenskyy denounced Putin as a 'slave to war' at Munich Security Conference, noting all Ukrainian power plants damaged.Source 1

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Europe Hit by Deadly Storms Causing Three Deaths

Force winds swept through France and Spain, killing three and injuring dozens in weather accidents.Source 1 Storms exacerbate regional crises amid winter hardships.Source 1

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Kremlin Accused of Poisoning Navalny with Dart Frog Toxin

Five European governments claim Russia used rare poison dart frog toxin to kill opposition leader Alexei Navalny in 2024, based on smuggled tissue analysis.Source 3Source 7 Britain, Sweden, France, Germany, and Netherlands issued joint statement alleging poisoning; Kremlin denies, claims natural causes.Source 3 US Secretary Rubio concurs with assessment.Source 5

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Israel Partially Reopens Rafah Crossing Amid Gaza War

Israel allows 150 people to leave Gaza and 50 to enter daily via Rafah, closed since May 2024.Source 2 Israeli airstrike hits building in Gaza City.Source 2Source 4 MSF halts nonessential operations at Nasser Hospital after reports of armed men inside.Source 4

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US Prepares Possible Strikes on Iran If Trump Orders

US military plans weeks-long strikes on Iran if ordered by Trump, amid reports of backing Israeli action on Iran's missile program.Source 4 Iran's Deputy FM open to nuclear deal compromises for sanctions relief; 250,000 protest Iran's regime in Germany.Source 4 Senator Graham calls for regime change.Source 4

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US VP Vance Visits Armenia for Peace Deal Talks

JD Vance meets PM Nikol Pashinyan to discuss Nagorno-Karabakh peace implementation, highest US visit ever.Source 2 US and Armenia reach nuclear deal with up to $9B exports.Source 2

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Nigeria Kills Senior Boko Haram Commander

Nigerian forces raid Borno State, killing deputy leader Abu Khalid and 10 fighters in Sambisa Forest.Source 2 US to deploy 200 soldiers to train Nigerians against Boko Haram.Source 2

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US to Deploy More Missiles to Philippines vs China

US plans high-tech missile systems in Philippines to deter South China Sea aggression, condemning China's activities.Source 5

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Bangladesh's New PM Sworn In After Landslide Win

New prime minister takes oath following party's election victory.Source 5

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Oscar-Winner Robert Duvall Dies at 95

Actor known for 'The Godfather' and 'Apocalypse Now' passes away; legacy celebrated.Source 3

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Iraqi Airstrikes Kill IS Militants Near Hatra

Air Force uses F-16s to strike hideouts, killing four and destroying facilities; separate IS suicide bombing injures officers.Source 2

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Annular Solar Eclipse Visible in Antarctica Today

Rare eclipse with up to 96% sun obscuration lasts over two minutes, mainly from Antarctica.Source 6