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📅February 23, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Major global headlines include the killing of Mexico's top cartel leader El Mencho, intense Russian drone and missile attacks on Ukraine, US Supreme Court blocking Trump's tariffs, and a massive East Coast blizzard.
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Mexico Kills Jalisco Cartel Chief ‘El Mencho’ in Army Operation

Nemesio “El Mencho” Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, founder of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, was killed by Mexican federal forces during an operation in Jalisco.Source 1Source 3Source 15 Four CJNG operatives died in the firefight, with El Mencho and others succumbing to injuries en route to Mexico City.Source 1 The death has sparked violent responses across Mexico.Source 3Source 9

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Russia Launches Massive Drone and Missile Attack on Ukraine

Russia fired nearly 300 drones and 50 missiles targeting Ukraine's energy, railway, and water infrastructure ahead of the invasion's 4th anniversary.Source 3Source 5 At least one killed and 15 injured, including children, with damage in Odesa and other regions.Source 5 Ukrainian President Zelenskyy reported over 1,300 drone attacks this week alone.Source 5

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US Supreme Court Blocks Trump's Reciprocal Tariffs

The US Supreme Court rebuked President Trump's tariffs, prompting a pivot to a proposed 15% global levy.Source 3Source 7Source 11 This creates uncertainty in global trade, with China and India among potential winners.Source 11 Gold and silver prices rose amid the tariff policy shifts.Source 7

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Boris Johnson Urges UK to Send Non-Combat Troops to Ukraine Now

Former UK PM Boris Johnson called for immediate deployment of non-combat allied troops to Ukraine.Source 1 He argued it could have prevented escalation if addressed earlier, referencing Crimea's 2014 annexation.Source 1 The plea comes amid ongoing Russian aggression.Source 3

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Hungary Blocks New EU Sanctions on Russia Over Pipeline Dispute

Hungary vetoed the EU's 20th sanctions package against Russia due to an oil supply dispute with Ukraine.Source 3Source 5 This hinders unified EU response as Russian attacks continue through winter.Source 5 Hungarian leader Orban has long resisted such measures.Source 5

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Blizzard Warnings Issued Across US East Coast

Over 35 million people from New York City to the Northeast face blizzard warnings from a massive winter storm bringing heavy snow.Source 3Source 7 Known as 'Blizzard Monday,' it threatens major disruptions.Source 1Source 3 Emergency preparations are underway in affected areas.Source 7

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Russia and Iran Near Deal on Gas Supplies via Azerbaijan

Moscow and Tehran are close to agreeing on Russian natural gas supplies to Iran, shifting regional energy dynamics.Source 1 This enhances long-term bilateral cooperation amid global energy tensions.Source 1 The project involves transit through Azerbaijan.Source 1

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Trump Considers Military Strikes on Iran for Nuclear Deal

President Trump is weighing limited strikes to pressure Iran into a new nuclear agreement.Source 7Source 11 This follows US intelligence on China's nuclear buildup and expired US-Russia arms pacts.Source 3 Regional tensions rise with Trump's 'armada' deployment.Source 3

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Team USA Wins Gold in Men's Hockey Against Canada

USA defeated Canada in overtime for their first men's hockey gold since the 'Miracle on Ice' Olympics.Source 3 The victory marks a historic sporting achievement amid global news.Source 3 Fans celebrated the dramatic win.Source 3

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Paris Court Reviews Sarkozy's Sentence Merge Request in Graft Case

A Paris court examines ex-President Nicolas Sarkozy's bid to merge sentences from graft and illegal financing convictions.Source 1 The decision could impact his penalties.Source 1 Proceedings occurred on Monday.Source 1

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China Develops New Nuclear Weapons, Stockpile to Reach 1,500 by 2035

US intelligence reports China building advanced nuclear weapons, with arsenal projected to grow from 600 warheads.Source 3 Beijing resists nuclear talks as US-Russia pact expires.Source 3 This heightens global arms concerns.Source 3

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Pakistan Kills 70 Militants in Strikes Along Afghan Border

Pakistan conducted strikes claiming at least 70 militants killed near the Afghan border.Source 3 The operation targets cross-border threats.Source 3 Tensions with Afghanistan may rise.Source 3