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France to Strengthen Nuclear Arsenal Amid Rising Global Tensions
France currently has about 290 nuclear warheads and is modernizing its deterrence systems.
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Russia Still Wants Diplomatic End to Ukraine War, Kremlin Says
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Moscow maintained its position that a diplomatic settlement is its ‘preferred method’ for ending the conflict.
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Trump Says He’s ‘Disappointed’ by Starmer for Blocking Use of Diego Garcia for Iran Strikes
The Chagos Islands, a British overseas territory, remains a crucial strategic hub for U.S. operations across several regions.
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Oil Prices Increase as Middle East Conflict Threatens Strait of Hormuz Flows
Brent crude neared $80 as Israel and the US signaled a prolonged campaign against Iran, fuelling fears of Hormuz disruptions that could drive oil toward $100.
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Drone Crashes at British RAF Base in Cyprus, Cypriot President Says
RAF Akrotiri serves as a key hub for UK military operations in the Middle East.
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UK, France, Germany Ready to Assist US in Stopping Iran’s Missile Strikes
The three nations affirmed their intention to actively defend against Iran’s missile and drone strikes on March 1.
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Poland Plans Social Media Ban for Under-15s
Poland joins several other countries around the world that are planning or considering legislation to limit children’s access to social media.
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Germany Expands Military Powers to Counter Rising Drone Threats
An amendment to the Air Security Act focuses on the defense of airports and critical infrastructure and allows the Bundeswehr to support police.
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European Regulator Recommends Approving Moderna’s COVID-Flu Vaccine
The vaccine ‘triggered the production of adequate amounts of antibodies against both viruses,’ the agency said.
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Berlin Risks Beijing Weaponizing Trade Ties: Analysts
Germany’s economy is under strain, a reality reflected in declining export volumes and a projected 2025 growth rate of merely 0.2 percent.
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British Prime Minister Suffers Major By-Election Defeat as Epstein Scandal Casts Pall
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage said his party had reported several cases of ‘family voting.’
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Czech Republic Not on Path to Higher NATO Defense Spending Target, Says Prime Minister
Andrej Babis won last year’s election with the promise of improving the standard of living through increased wages, new social benefits, and lower taxes.
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US, Ukraine Discuss Post-War Reconstruction in Geneva
Kyiv hopes to attract about $800 billion of public and private funds over the next decade to rebuild the country.
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Deployment of British Troops to Ukraine Would Prolong War, Russia Says
Last month, the UK and France said that they would send troops to Ukraine in the event that a peace deal is made.
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World Economic Forum Chief Borge Brende Resigns Amid Epstein Controversy
Brende said he was cooperating fully with the investigation, and maintained that his interactions with Epstein occurred in business settings.
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Iceland to Hold Referendum on Restarting EU Accession Talks, Prime Minister Says
Icelandic Prime Minister Kristrun Frostadottir said her government ‘will listen to whatever the Icelandic population wants to do.’
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EU Tightens Checks on Chinese Arachidonic Acid Oil Imports After Infant Formula Contamination
All shipments will face stricter checks and must include lab results and official certification confirming no cereulide contamination.
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Zelenskyy Praises Australian PM for Sanctions Targeting Russian Shadow Fleet
February 2026 marks the fourth anniversary of the full-scale war in Ukraine initiated by Russia.
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Turkey Moves to End Online Anonymity With Mandatory Social Media ID Law
Government said the rules would curb disinformation and protect children, while free-speech groups warned of mass surveillance and self-censorship.
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France to Strengthen Nuclear Arsenal Amid Rising Global Tensions
France currently has about 290 nuclear warheads and is modernizing its deterrence systems.
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Russia Still Wants Diplomatic End to Ukraine War, Kremlin Says
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Moscow maintained its position that a diplomatic settlement is its ‘preferred method’ for ending the conflict.
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Trump Says He’s ‘Disappointed’ by Starmer for Blocking Use of Diego Garcia for Iran Strikes
The Chagos Islands, a British overseas territory, remains a crucial strategic hub for U.S. operations across several regions.
|
Oil Prices Increase as Middle East Conflict Threatens Strait of Hormuz Flows
Brent crude neared $80 as Israel and the US signaled a prolonged campaign against Iran, fuelling fears of Hormuz disruptions that could drive oil toward $100.
|
Drone Crashes at British RAF Base in Cyprus, Cypriot President Says
RAF Akrotiri serves as a key hub for UK military operations in the Middle East.
|
UK, France, Germany Ready to Assist US in Stopping Iran’s Missile Strikes
The three nations affirmed their intention to actively defend against Iran’s missile and drone strikes on March 1.
|
Poland Plans Social Media Ban for Under-15s
Poland joins several other countries around the world that are planning or considering legislation to limit children’s access to social media.
|
Germany Expands Military Powers to Counter Rising Drone Threats
An amendment to the Air Security Act focuses on the defense of airports and critical infrastructure and allows the Bundeswehr to support police.
|
European Regulator Recommends Approving Moderna’s COVID-Flu Vaccine
The vaccine ‘triggered the production of adequate amounts of antibodies against both viruses,’ the agency said.
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Berlin Risks Beijing Weaponizing Trade Ties: Analysts
Germany’s economy is under strain, a reality reflected in declining export volumes and a projected 2025 growth rate of merely 0.2 percent.
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British Prime Minister Suffers Major By-Election Defeat as Epstein Scandal Casts Pall
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage said his party had reported several cases of ‘family voting.’
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Czech Republic Not on Path to Higher NATO Defense Spending Target, Says Prime Minister
Andrej Babis won last year’s election with the promise of improving the standard of living through increased wages, new social benefits, and lower taxes.
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US, Ukraine Discuss Post-War Reconstruction in Geneva
Kyiv hopes to attract about $800 billion of public and private funds over the next decade to rebuild the country.
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Deployment of British Troops to Ukraine Would Prolong War, Russia Says
Last month, the UK and France said that they would send troops to Ukraine in the event that a peace deal is made.
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World Economic Forum Chief Borge Brende Resigns Amid Epstein Controversy
Brende said he was cooperating fully with the investigation, and maintained that his interactions with Epstein occurred in business settings.
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Iceland to Hold Referendum on Restarting EU Accession Talks, Prime Minister Says
Icelandic Prime Minister Kristrun Frostadottir said her government ‘will listen to whatever the Icelandic population wants to do.’
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EU Tightens Checks on Chinese Arachidonic Acid Oil Imports After Infant Formula Contamination
All shipments will face stricter checks and must include lab results and official certification confirming no cereulide contamination.
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Zelenskyy Praises Australian PM for Sanctions Targeting Russian Shadow Fleet
February 2026 marks the fourth anniversary of the full-scale war in Ukraine initiated by Russia.
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Turkey Moves to End Online Anonymity With Mandatory Social Media ID Law
Government said the rules would curb disinformation and protect children, while free-speech groups warned of mass surveillance and self-censorship.
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