Sweden probes new Baltic Sea cable damage
Damage is only minor and hence it would not affect communications, says company that owns cable
US sanctions Rwandan minister over DRC conflict
The US accuses Kabarebe of being central to Rwanda’s support for the M23, including coordinating military assistance and the export of minerals from DRC.
Saudi Arabia to host Gulf, Egypt, and Jordan leaders for talks on Friday
The talks come as Arab states work on a post-war reconstruction plan for Gaza
Netherlands plans to deport failed asylum seekers to Uganda
This initiative has sparked concerns about European regulations and human rights.
Survivors of Myanmar scam centers recall brutal torture and coercion
For years, criminal gangs have trafficked hundreds of thousands of individuals to these scam compounds throughout Southeast Asia
Dutch return over 100 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria after decades
The historic repatriation is a significant step towards redressing a historical injustice.
Israel demolishes 50 homes, 280 shops in Tulkarem Camp: Official
Military operation in Tulkarem ‘a massacre and an illegal plan carried out amid Arab and international silence,’ says official
Two Britons detained in Iran and charged with spying, judiciary reports
The individuals, identified as Craig and Lindsay Foreman, were named by the British Foreign Office
Turkish Cyprus slams Greek Cypriot-Egypt hydrocarbon deal
The TRNC also urged the Greek Cypriot leader to abandon actions that could escalate tensions in the region.
Israel to receive bodies of four hostages on Thursday, official says
If both transfers proceed as planned, only four hostages—presumed dead—would remain in Gaza from the group of 33 set to be freed in the first phase of a ceasefire deal brokered last month
Russia-US Ukraine talks in Saudi Arabia set for Feb. 18—Kyiv excluded
Russian media outlet claims Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov to head Russian delegation, while his counterpart Rubio to head US negotiation team
Netanyahu: With US help, Israel can ‘finish the job’ against Iran
Speaking after their meeting, Netanyahu called Iran the “greatest threat” to regional stability
Israel receives delayed US shipment of heavy bombs
Over 76,000 tons of military equipment arrived in Israel since Gaza war, Israeli Defense Ministry says
CAR soldiers reportedly taken by Russian mercenaries
The incident has raised concerns about the growing influence of Russian mercenaries in the region.
Hamas agrees not to take part in Gaza’s administration – report
Egyptian media reports that Hamas will not take part in Gaza’s administration during the upcoming period while confirming its commitment to the ceasefire agreement.
Palestinian groups release 3 Israeli captives in Gaza swap
Al-Qassam Brigades, Saraya Al-Quds hand over Alexander (Sasha) Turbanov, Sagui Dekel-Chen, and Yair Horn to Red Cross
Algeria demands France acknowledge nuclear crimes
Algeria urges France to officially acknowledge responsibility for nuclear tests conducted on its territory during the colonial era and calls for compensation and environmental cleanup.
US escalates trade war with new reciprocal tariff policy
Trump announced new reciprocal tariffs targeting allies and competitors, aiming to counter trade imbalances, though economists warn they may raise US inflation and strain global trade.
US hits ICC prosecutor with sanctions
President Donald Trump signed executive order Feb. 7 sanctioning court
At least 27 injured in suspected car attack in Munich
Police arrest driver, an Afghan national, previously known to authorities for narcotics offenses and petty crime
Burhan’s official discusses naval base with Russia in Sudan
An establishment of a Russian naval base on the Sudan’s Red Sea coast may complicate the dynamics in Africa.
139 fishermen rescued from ice floe near Russia’s Sakhalin
Rescue operation used helicopters, hovercraft
Egypt and Jordan push for Gaza rebuilding without displacement
Egyptian and Jordanian leaders stressed the need for Gaza’s reconstruction while rejecting any forced displacement of Palestinians, calling for ceasefire implementation.
Israel calls up reservists as ceasefire with Hamas wavers
The situation in Gaza is pushing the region closer to a potential larger conflict
Trump’s aid freeze challenges UN in DR Congo
With rising conflict and disease risks, aid groups face mounting challenges in delivering essential services.
Gaza residents reject Trump’s resettlement plans amid devastation
Trump’s proposal includes resettling Gaza’s 2.2 million Palestinians and transforming the area into what he called the “Riviera of the Middle East”
Gaza death toll tops 48,200 as more bodies recovered
Gaza death toll passes 48,200 as more bodies found in rubble