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Pakistan Declares Open War on Afghanistan
Pakistan's defense ministry declared open war against Afghanistan's Taliban government, launching cross-border attacks and airstrikes on the Afghan capital Kabul. Pakistani officials claimed their attacks killed 133 Taliban fighters, while the Afghan government provided different casualty figures
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US-Iran Nuclear Negotiations Ongoing in Geneva
US Special Envoy Steve Witoff and Jared Kushner are conducting high-stakes nuclear negotiations with Iran in Geneva. Iran stated there was good progress in talks, though differences remain that could determine whether the US pursues military strikes, amid the largest regional military buildup in years
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Ukraine-Russia Negotiations Planned for Early March
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that another round of negotiations with Russia will likely take place in Abu Dhabi in early March. This follows talks in Geneva where US and Ukrainian officials discussed post-war reconstruction and economic packages for Ukraine
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Russia Launches Massive Drone and Missile Attack on Ukraine
Russia conducted a massive drone and missile attack against multiple Ukrainian cities, wounding 23 people including a child. The attack targeted apartment buildings in cities like Zaporizhzhia as fighting continues into its fourth year
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Israel Violates Lebanon Ceasefire with Continued Airstrikes
Israel continues attacking southern Lebanon in violation of a November 2024 ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah. Lebanese officials reported 13 Israeli airstrikes on Thursday, including an attack on the Bekaa Valley that killed a 16-year-old Syrian boy
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Gaza: Israeli Drone Attacks on Police Stations
Israeli drone attacks on two police stations in Gaza killed at least six people. The strikes are part of ongoing Israeli military operations in the Gaza region.
Rare Six-Planet Alignment Visible Today
A rare celestial planet parade is occurring on February 28, 2026, with six planets visible in the evening sky. The best viewing time is 30-60 minutes after sunset, and no binoculars or telescopes are required to see four bright planets including Jupiter and Venus with the naked eye
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Greece Marks Tempi Train Disaster Anniversary
Greece is observing large-scale strikes and memorial rallies on February 28, 2026, marking three years since the Tempi train disaster that claimed 57 lives. The commemoration reflects ongoing concerns about rail safety and accountability.
Deadly Speedboat Incident Off Cuban Coast
Cuban forces killed four people aboard a Florida-registered speedboat that allegedly opened fire on Cuban border guards off Cuba's northern coast. A US official confirmed that at least one of the four people killed was an American citizen, amid US-Cuba tensions related to the fuel blockade
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Hillary Clinton Testifies on Epstein Files
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton testified before a Republican-led House Oversight Committee investigating convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The testimony focused on Clinton's knowledge of Epstein's activities and connections.
Canada Pledges $8 Million in Food Aid to Cuba
Canada announced an $8 million food aid package for Cuba amid the ongoing US fuel blockade affecting the island nation. The aid aims to address the humanitarian crisis facing Cuba as it grapples with economic pressure.
Rare Disease Day 2026 Raises Global Awareness
February 28 marks Rare Disease Day 2026, raising awareness for the 300 million people worldwide living with rare diseases. Global landmarks will be illuminated in rare disease colors, with thousands of events organized worldwide to spotlight challenges faced by affected individuals and families
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