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Trump Claims Peace Deals Close in Ukraine and Iran
US President Donald Trump states a deal to end the Russia-Ukraine war is imminent, with Russia's special envoy Kirill Dmitriev heading to Miami for talks. Trump also warns Iran over its nuclear program and protester executions, noting they halted hangings after his threats, amid ongoing tensions with a US naval carrier nearby.
Ukraine reports Russian attacks on rail infrastructure continuing.
US Forces Capture Venezuelan President Maduro and First Lady
US Marines struck Venezuelan military sites including Fort Tiuna and Generalissimo Francisco de Miranda Air Base. President Nicol谩s Maduro and wife Cilia Flores were captured by US forces and flown out, with Vice President Delcy Rodr铆guez now acting president.
Myanmar Military Holds Disputed Election, Wins Majority
The Union and Solidarity Party dominated Myanmar's election, securing an overwhelming majority in legislative chambers. Parliament convenes in March to elect a president, new government in April.
ASEAN refuses endorsement, human rights groups and Western countries denounce it as a sham.
Australian Liberal MP Andrew Hastie Rules Out Party Leadership Bid
Liberal MP Andrew Hastie announces he will not contest leadership after consulting colleagues and lacking support. This follows Nationals quitting the Coalition, pressuring Opposition Leader Sussan Ley.
Frontbencher Angus Taylor had also been a contender.
Israel Launches Airstrikes in Lebanon Amid Hezbollah Conflict
Israel conducted airstrikes in Lebanon, killing one person each in Tyre and other areas. This escalates the ongoing Israel鈥揌ezbollah conflict.
Israeli Military Attacks in Gaza Kill 13 Palestinians Including Children
The Israeli military launched multiple attacks in Gaza, resulting in 13 Palestinian deaths, including five children. This is part of the ongoing Gaza war.
US Withdraws from Iraq's Al-Asad Airbase After Over a Decade
United States Armed Forces formally withdrew from Al-Asad Airbase, handing full control to Iraqi forces for the first time since 2014. This marks a shift in Iraq鈥揢nited States relations.
EU and Mercosur Sign Free Trade Agreement After 25 Years
The European Union and Mercosur formally signed their association agreement, concluding 25 years of negotiations. This boosts business and economic ties between the blocs.
Sudanese Government Announces Return to Khartoum
Prime Minister Kamil Idris states the government will return to Khartoum after operating from Port Sudan during much of the civil war. This signals potential shifts in the Sudanese civil war dynamics.
British and French Aircraft Strike ISIS Facility in Syria
UK and French forces conducted a joint airstrike on an underground Islamic State facility near Palmyra. This is part of ongoing war against ISIS.
Nigerian Bandits Kill 30 in Village Market Raid
Armed bandits raided a village market in Borgu, Niger State, killing at least 30, kidnapping others, looting food, and setting it ablaze. This escalates the Nigerian bandit conflict.