As Rwanda-backed M23 rebels make significant territorial gains in eastern Congo, the U.N. Security Council has met in an urgent session, warning of the risk of a wider regional war.
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U.S. President Donald Trump has intensified his criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, suggesting he missed an opportunity to engage in peace talks with Russia. While the Ukrainian leader accused Trump of falling for Russian disinformation.
A group of migrants deported from the U.S. to Panama were moved from a hotel in Panama City to the Darien jungle, a lawyer confirmed. The transfer is part of a U.S.-Panama deal to handle deportees whose home countries refuse to accept them.
The Trump administration is pushing for a quick minerals deal with Ukraine after Zelenskyy rejected a U.S. proposal granting Washington 50% of Ukraine’s critical resources. Trump wants an agreement before approving more aid or pursuing peace talks with Russia.
U.S. President Donald Trump outlined plans to refill oil reserves, cut taxes, and reallocate government savings at the FII Priority Summit in Miami. He also criticized Ukraine’s leadership and called for direct talks with Russia.
Far-right parties are gaining ground across Europe, forcing mainstream politicians to adapt. While some countries resist, others see these groups influencing policies, particularly on immigration.
North Korean state media has criticised the United States for its nuclear submarine deal with Australia under the AUKUS partnership, calling it a “threat to regional peace” and warning of potential consequences.
A senior U.S. military commander is visiting Panama this week to discuss security cooperation, migration, and the Panama Canal, the U.S. embassy confirmed Wednesday.
Ukraine is facing mounting pressure as it struggles to secure continued Western military aid, with tensions between Kyiv and Washington escalating. The latest remarks from both sides add to uncertainty over the future of U.S.-Ukraine relations.
In the outskirts of Havana, Maria Elena Veiga lights a charcoal fire to cook dinner. She has no choice—blackouts have become a daily struggle, and gas is scarce. Across Cuba, millions are adjusting to life without reliable electricity.
Canada is seeing a sharp drop in refugee claims as it tightens visa controls, limiting legal pathways for asylum-seekers. The government says the measures prevent abuse, but advocates warn they leave displaced people with few safe options.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer reaffirmed his support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a call on Wednesday, backing his leadership and defending Ukraine’s decision to suspend elections during wartime.
U.S. President Donald Trump has wasted no time in his second term, making sweeping changes across domestic and foreign policy in just four weeks. His administration has aggressively reshaped federal agencies, redefined trade policy, frozen foreign aid, and taken bold steps in global diplomacy.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for unity at home and pragmatism in relations with the United States, saying that success for Ukraine also means success for America. His remarks come amid shifting diplomatic discussions and tensions over U.S. support.
Afghan refugees in Pakistan face arrests and forced relocations as part of a growing repatriation campaign, raising concerns from the U.N. Refugee Agency.
Widespread blackouts lasting more than 20 hours a day are crippling Cuba, as fuel shortages and outdated infrastructure disrupt the country’s energy supply.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump could meet as early as this month, although a face-to-face meeting will take time to prepare, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Wednesday, according to Russian news agencies.
The WHO will resume mass polio vaccinations in Gaza on 22 February, aiming to immunise over 591,000 children under 10 after the virus was detected in wastewater. The campaign, delayed since November due to conflict, comes amid worsening humanitarian conditions and rising health risks.
