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📅February 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Global headlines feature US military buildup against Iran, Bangladesh election win, ongoing wars in Ukraine and Myanmar, elections worldwide, and rising tensions in Middle East and Africa.
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Bangladesh Nationalist Party Secures Two-Thirds Majority in Elections

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) won a two-thirds majority in national elections, described as the most honest in 17 years. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated BNP chief Tariq Rahman, affirming India's commitment to a democratic Bangladesh.Source 1Source 4

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US Deploys Second Aircraft Carrier to Middle East Amid Iran Tensions

President Trump ordered the USS Gerald R. Ford, the world's largest carrier, to join the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East to pressure Iran on its nuclear program. Trump hinted at potential talks but warned of traumatic consequences without agreement, while considering military options.Source 1Source 3

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Russian Drone Strike Kills 15 in Ukraine's Dnipro

A Russian drone hit a minibus carrying mineworkers in Dnipro, Ukraine, killing at least 15 and injuring seven. This attack escalates the Russo-Ukrainian war amid ongoing conflict.Source 2

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Nigeria Kills Senior Boko Haram Commander in Raid

Nigerian forces eliminated Boko Haram deputy leader Abu Khalid and ten fighters in Borno State's Sambisa Forest. The US will deploy 200 soldiers to train Nigerian troops against Islamist militants.Source 2Source 5

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US VP JD Vance Visits Armenia to Advance Peace Deal

Vice President Vance met Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan to implement a peace agreement ending the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, the highest US visit in history. The US and Armenia also signed a nuclear energy deal worth up to $9 billion.Source 2

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Myanmar Junta Forms New Council, Signs Russia Pact

Myanmar's military created a five-member Union Consultative Council, allowing Min Aung Hlaing to assume presidency while controlling forces. Myanmar and Russia inked a five-year military cooperation agreement until 2030.Source 2

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Germany's Merz Declares End of Decades-Old World Order

At the Munich Security Conference, Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated the post-decades world order no longer exists amid geopolitical shifts. European leaders call for increased defense spending.Source 3Source 9

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Elections Reshape Politics: Portugal, Japan, Thailand, Bangladesh

Portugal elected socialist António José Seguro in a landslide; Japan's Sanae Takaichi retained power with LDP two-thirds majority; right-wing leaders held in Thailand; BNP won big in Bangladesh.Source 4

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North Korea Positions Kim Ju-ae as Successor

South Korean intelligence reports Kim Jong-un grooming his daughter Kim Ju-ae as North Korea's fourth-generation leader amid rumors of leadership transition.Source 4

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Canada School Shooting Kills Six, PM Cancels Trips

A deadly school shooting in Canada resulted in six deaths, one of the worst in history, prompting the Prime Minister to cancel foreign visits. Air Canada suspends flights due to related issues.Source 4Source 5

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Iran Holds Massive Revolution Anniversary Marches

Iran commemorated the 47th Islamic Revolution anniversary with large marches, reaffirming stance amid tensions with US and Israel and domestic protest crackdowns.Source 4

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Ukraine Skeleton Racer Disqualified from Olympics

The IOC disqualified Ukrainian racer Vladislav Heraskevych over a helmet issue honoring fallen heroes, amid Ukraine's tough times; decision respected despite sadness.Source 3