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US-Brokered Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks Resume in Geneva
Russian and Ukrainian delegations arrived in Geneva for US-mediated talks on Feb. 17-18, focusing on Russian-occupied territories and postwar security guarantees. President Trump called them 'big talks' amid Russian overnight strikes injuring nine in Ukraine.
Zelenskyy urged accountability for attacks undermining peace efforts.
Trump to Indirectly Join US-Iran Nuclear Talks in Geneva
President Trump stated he will be involved 'indirectly' in nuclear negotiations between the US and Iran held in Geneva on Tuesday. Iranian FM met Omani counterpart on eve of second round of indirect talks.
Talks coincide with Russia-Ukraine discussions in the same city.
Bangladesh Nationalist Party Forms Government After Landslide Win
BNP set to form government Tuesday after winning landslide in first election since 2024 Awami League ouster. Transition from interim administration expected to restore stability despite social and fiscal challenges.
Elections mark 18 months post-uprising.
UN Condemns Israel Over Gaza Aid Impediments and West Bank Plans
UN chief condemned Israel's plan to register West Bank land as state property. Israel denied or impeded nearly half of Gaza humanitarian aid movements despite ceasefire.
Israeli drone strike killed four along Lebanese-Syrian border.
Sinn Fein Boycotts White House St. Patrick's Day Over Gaza Crisis
Sinn Fein will skip St. Patrick’s Day White House events for second year, citing Gaza war and Palestinian humanitarian crisis. Party leadership highlights ongoing conflict as reason.
Trump Administration Engages Cuba, Announces Gaza Stabilization Donations
Trump told reporters US talking to Cuba 'right now' en route to Washington. He plans to announce $5 billion in donations from Board of Peace members for Gaza stabilization force.
Indonesia readies 8,000 troops for possible Gaza peacekeeping by June.
US House Rebukes Trump's Tariffs on Canada
House vote opposes Trump's tariffs on Canada, likely symbolic as experts predict. Trump administration may exempt some steel and aluminum products from tariffs.
Calls Grow for Probes into Epstein Files Amid DOJ Surveillance Concerns
UN experts demand independent investigations into Epstein files, citing potential crimes against humanity. Rep. Thomas Massie pushes deeper into files; House Speaker Johnson calls DOJ surveillance of reviewing members inappropriate.
Iran Protests and IRGC Claims Strait of Hormuz Dominance
Iran's top naval commander stated IRGC has 24-hour intelligence dominance over Strait of Hormuz. Massive demonstrations oppose Iran's government, with 250,000 in Munich.
Maldives President Calls Referendum on Concurrent Elections
President Mohamed Muizzu decreed a public referendum on holding presidential and parliamentary elections concurrently. Aims to seek voters' views on election timing.
Switzerland Eyes European Alternative to US Patriot Systems
Switzerland considering European air defense alternative after US delays five Patriot missile batteries. Local media reports shift due to postponed deliveries.
Trump Pushes NATO Reforms, Faces Europe Pushback at Munich
US charm offensive in Munich masks harder line on Europe to reshape world for Washington's benefit. Conservative thinker shapes Trump's dormant NATO approach; Sen. Murkowski notes shift in US-Europe alliance talks.