Sputnik 8m

Russian Armed Forces Continue Their Offensive in Almost All Directions - Gerasimov

Troops of the Russian joint group continue their offensive in almost all directions, Chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces Valery Gerasimov said. Gerasimov checked the progress of combat missions by formations and military units of the Tsentr battlegroup, the Russian Defense Minist»»»

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Sputnik 8m

Cooperation 'Only Right Choice' for China–US Ties — FM Wang Yi

Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi outlined Beijing’s vision ahead of a planned summit between President Xi Jinping and President Donald Trump. Wang stressed that China approaches relations with the US with “mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and moving »»»

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The Budapest Times 12m

Orbán: Sovereign foreign policy is the precondition of national independence

At Várkert Bazár, Prime Minister Orbán delivered his 2026 state of the nation address as a clear campaign marker, placing sovereignty, energy security and family policy at the center of the coming election. “Sovereign foreign policy is the precondition of national independence,” PM Orbán declared, »»»

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Sputnik 20m

US Caribbean Buildup Near $3B — Reports

The US military surge around Venezuela that culminated in the military aggression and abduction of President Nicolas Maduro is approaching a $3 billion price tag, Bloomberg reported. Bloomberg calculations show the deployment at its peak cost more than $20 million a day, with as much as 20% of the »»»

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Sputnik 20m

Alberta Secession Talk Grows, Trump Allies Cheer — Reports

Oil-rich Alberta is preparing for a possible independence referendum later this year, with supporters crediting President Donald Trump’s rhetoric for energizing their movement, The Wall Street Journal reported. Alberta secessionists see Trump-era politics as an opportunity to push back against Otta»»»

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Gulf News 39m

Indian passport rises in February: 56 countries now visa-free – see the complete list

With Eid and the holiday season approaching, Indian travellers have more options than ever: India’s passport has climbed to 75th place in the February 2026 Henley Passport Index, up from 85th last year and 80th at the start of 2026. Also Read: Indian passport climbs to 75th in Feb 2026, visa-free a»»»

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BNE 1h

Band of Korea injects $3.3bn in fresh notes ahead of Lunar New Year

The Bank of Korea (BOK) has released a net KRW4.76 trillion in new banknotes into the financial system in the run-up to the Lunar New Year, as households prepare for one of the country’s busiest cash periods, the Yonhap News Agency reports. »»»

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BNE 1h

COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump

Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»

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BNE 1h

Japan’s PayPay files for Nasdaq listing as US push gathers pace

PayPay Corp has formally lodged paperwork for a US initial public offering (IPO), setting its sights on a Nasdaq debut as early as March in a move that would mark one of the largest overseas listings by a Japanese fintech group in recent years, Kyodo News reports. »»»

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BNE 1h

COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump

Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»

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BNE 1h

COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump

Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»

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BNE 1h

COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump

Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»

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BNE 1h

COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump

Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»

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BNE 1h

COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump

Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»

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BNE 1h

COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump

Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»

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BNE 1h

COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump

Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»

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BNE 1h

COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump

Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»

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BNE 1h

Estonia warns of rising Russian pressure and global power shifts in new report

Estonia’s Foreign Intelligence Service has published its 2026 yearbook, offering a stark assessment of the security environment facing the Baltic state. The 86-page report argues that Russia remains the principal threat, even as it projects a facade of diplomatic engagement, Estonia’s national broa»»»

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France24 1h

French prosecutors announce special team to analyse Epstein files

The Paris prosecutor's office on Saturday announced it was setting up a special team to analyse files relating to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and investigate suspected crimes involving French nationals. As part of that initiative, they will be reopening their files on the late »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Oman police stop group of women for immodest clothing, public behaviour

Muscat: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) have stopped a group of women of Asian and Arab origin for appearing in public wearing what authorities described as immodest clothing. The women were also reported to be engaging in behaviour considered contrary to public morals and standards of decency. Also Re»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Temperatures drop, strong winds: What to expect across the UAE this week

The UAE is set to experience a spell of unsettled weather in the coming days, with falling temperatures, dust, and reduced visibility, the National Centre of Meteorology has warned. A high-pressure system is influencing conditions across the country. Sunday is expected to remain generally fair to p»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Clown show’: Obama breaks silence on ape video posted on Trump’s Truth Social

Barack Obama has rebuked what he described as a political “clown show” after a racist animated clip portraying him and Michelle Obama was posted on Donald Trump’s Truth Social account. Speaking on a podcast, the former president said the “shame” and “decorum” that once defined public office had ero»»»

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UPI 3h

U.S. Central Command strikes Islamic State in Syria - UPI.com

U.S. Central Command conducted aerial strikes against more than 30 ISIS targets in Syria from February 3 through Thursday. Photo courtesy of U.S. Central Command Feb. 14 (UPI) -- The U.S. military struck dozens of Islamic State targets in Syria while conducting retaliatory strikes for the deaths of»»»

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BNE 3h

CENTRAL ASIA BLOG: There’s something very ‘JFK’ about the secrets of Kazakhstan’s Bloody January

Set out to solve the mystery of Kazakhstan’s Bloody January events of 2022 and expect to find yourself hindered by the same kind of perplexity and uncertainty that afflicts those who attempt to unravel the truth behind the assassination of JFK. »»»

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RT 4h

Kim inspects memorial to heroes who died in Kursk liberation (PHOTOS)

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has visited the construction site of the Memorial Museum of Combat Feats at Overseas Military Operations, dedicated to troops who took part in the operation to liberate Kursk Region, Russia. Last spring, North Korean troops, acting under the June 2024 Comprehensive S»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Everyone says AI will steal junior jobs. Here’s what’s actually happening

Dubai: For months, a steady narrative has taken hold among students, parents and fresh graduates: if artificial intelligence can write, analyse, code and summarise faster than a human, what will be left for someone applying for their very first job? Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheque»»»

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BBC 4h

An abduction, a Bitcoin demand and a TV icon - why Nancy Guthrie's case has gripped the US

Before the sun rose over a barren desert landscape, YouTuber Jimmy Williams watched as hundreds of subscribers took to his online chat room. A laptop balanced precariously on his knees, his iPhone framed by a ring light, he spends several hours a day dissecting the details of Nancy Guthrie's sudden»»»

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UPI 4h

ICE agents accused of lying about Minneapolis shooting - UPI.com

Two Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents might be fired and tried with crimes for allegedly lying about a non-fatal shooting in Minneapolis on Jan. 14. File Photo by Mike Theiler/UPI | License Photo Feb. 14 (UPI) -- Two Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents are on administrative leave af»»»

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BBC 5h

The spectacular multimillion-euro heist nobody noticed

It has been described as Germany's most "spectacular" bank heist in years. On a quiet weekend just after Christmas, a group of thieves broke into a High Street bank in the western town of Gelsenkirchen, by boring through a wall with an industrial drill. They looted more than 3,000 safe deposit boxe»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Buyers are not leaving the property market. They are just buying very differently now.

Dubai: Property markets across the Gulf are seeing a noticeable shift in how buyers evaluate risk, value and long-term stability in 2026. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Transaction volumes remain strong by historical standards, particularly in Dubai, yet the mindset b»»»

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RT 5h

Zelensky fat-shames Orban in public insult

Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky has launched yet another personal attack on Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, telling him that thanks to Kiev, he could “think about how to grow his belly” instead of building a capable army. The two have long been at odds due to Budapest’s refusal to support Ukrain»»»

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Kuna 5h

Jahra Cultural Season 2 concludes

KUWAIT, Feb 14 (KUNA) -- Jahra Cultural Season 2 which was organized by the National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters (NCCAL) in cooperation with Jahra Governorate, concluded on Saturday evening following a series of diverse cultural and artistic activities.The event was attended by a number o»»»

UPI 6h

Protests held globally against Iranian regime ahead of U.S.-Iran talks - UPI.com

Demonstrators, in Munich, Germany, wave flags and hold banners with the image of exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi during a rally to denounce the Iranian government's crackdown on recent protests and call for regime change in Iran on Saturday. Photo by Fariha Farooqui/EPA Feb. 14 (UPI) -- Ma»»»

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DW 6h

Cuba's annual cigar fair postponed amid US oil blockade

PoliticsCubaCuba's annual cigar fair postponed amid US oil blockadeSaim Dušan Inayatullah with AP, AFPCuba has been grappeling with worsening fuel shortages as the US prevents oil shipments to the island nation. Organizers did not immediately set a new date for the Habanos Festival. https://p.dw.co»»»

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RT 6h

US readies for potential weeks-long Iran military op – Reuters

The US military is preparing for a sustained, multi-week operation against Iran if President Donald Trump orders an attack, Reuters has reported, citing two administration officials speaking on condition of anonymity. Washington has intensified military pressure on Tehran amid negotiations over the»»»

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BBC 6h

Obama addresses racist video shared by Trump depicting him as an ape

Former US President Barack Obama has indirectly addressed a racist video posted to President Donald Trump's social media, telling a podcast host that the "shame" and "decorum" that once guided public officials is now lost. The offensive video included a clip depicting Obama and his wife Michelle as»»»

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Jordan Times 7h

Could the digital euro get a green light in 2026?

BRUSSELS, Belgium — The push for a digital euro has gained greater urgency as Europe seeks to bolster its financial sovereignty, with hopes the proposal will move forward this year after European lawmakers Tuesday backed the plans.The electronic version of the money used in the 21-nation currency a»»»

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Jordan Times 7h

WTO chief urges China to shift on trade surplus

MUNICH, Germany — The head of the World Trade Organisation on Friday urged China to change its growth model, arguing that its soaring trade surplus was ultimately unsustainable and risked sparking new trade barriers.Beijing says it wants to support the multilateral trading system, "because it has b»»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

MegaVoice Kids Season 4 concludes with Darlene Rosario crowned champion

Darlene Regis The halls of Icono View Restaurant at Holiday Villa Hotel came alive with music and talent as families gathered to witness dreams take center stage across Doha. Hosted by Megaworld International — Middle East 1, the MegaVoice Kids Season 4 Grand Finale brought together young performer»»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

Philippine Muslim Federation-Qatar strengthens community spirit with February events

Darlene Regis The Philippine Muslim Federation (PMF) — Qatar successfully hosted back-to-back community activities in early February 2026, fostering unity and promoting Islamic values among Filipino Muslims in the country. On February 4, PMF organised its 2nd Bowling Tournament at the Qatar Bowling»»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

Amir crowns winners of Sword Equestrian Festival

QNA Doha The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani patronised the closing ceremony of HH the Amir Sword Equestrian Festival on the Al Rayyan turf track at the Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club on Saturday. Attending the closing ceremony were HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Khalifa Al Thani, HH Sh»»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

AMIR, UAE PRESIDENT DISCUSS REGIONAL CHALLENGES

The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani met with President of the UAE HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi on Saturday. Discussion during the meeting, focused on the latest regional and international developments, primarily the situation in the Middle East. The two sides exchange»»»

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The Peninsula 7h

Qatar expresses solidarity with Afghanistan, offers condolences for the victims of the landslide in Kapisa Province

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar expressed its solidarity with Afghanistan following a landslide that occurred in Kapisa Province, resulting in deaths and injuries. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the State of Qatar's condolences to the families of the victims, the Afghan caretaker governm»»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

Over 140 Qatari entrepreneurs shine across 200 booths at 14th Arabian Woman Exhibition

Tribune News Network Doha The 14th edition of the “Arabian Woman Exhibition” opened on Friday, February 13, at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), under the patronage of the Qatari Businesswomen Forum at the Qatar Chamber. Qatar Chamber Board Member and Chairwoman of the Qatari Busine»»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

Environment ministry features biodiversity protection efforts at agricultural exhibition

qna doha The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) is participating in the 13th edition of Qatar International Agricultural Exhibition (AgriteQ), organised by the Ministry of Municipality at the Katara Cultural Village, from February 12 to 16. The ministry’s participation includes a de»»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

QRCS distributes winter clothes to5,000 displaced families in Gaza

Tribune News Network Doha As part of its ‘In Safe Hands’ winter relief campaign 2025-2026, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has launched a winter clothes distribution project in Gaza, with a view to alleviating the suffering of thousands of displaced families amid harsh weather and humanitarian co»»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

Qatar Calendar set to welcome Cirque Du Liban’s ‘Fontana Show’ to Doha

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Calendar has announced that Cirque du Liban’s acclaimed Fontana Show will arrive in Doha this spring, bringing one of the region’s most distinctive live entertainment productions to Hyatt Plaza from March 20 to April 18, 2026. Following successful performances across»»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

‘Pretoria’s position on Israel rooted in law, history constitutional principles’

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha South Africa’s Ambassador to Qatar HE Ghulam Hoosein Asmal — a seasoned diplomat and prominent political analyst with numerous academic writings on international relations — has offered a comprehensive account of Pretoria’s evolving stance toward Israel. Speaking to Qatar Tri»»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

Hilton Doha champions Qatari talent with major street art initiative

Tribune News Network Doha Hilton Doha has unveiled a bold new creative initiative celebrating local Qatari talent through a striking large-scale street art mural, created by renowned Qatari artist Mubarak Al Malik, on a prominent exterior wall of Hilton Doha. The project underscores Hilton Doha’s c»»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

UDST highlights agricultural innovation at AgriteQ

Tribune News Network Doha The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) participated in a leading agriculture exhibition, AgriteQ 2026, showcasing a range of applied research projects and functional prototypes that support sustainable agriculture, food security, and smart farming practic»»»

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