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Mexico: Jalisco Cartel Chief ‘El Mencho’ Killed 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. Four CJNG operatives died in the firefight, with three others including El Mencho succumbing to injuries en route to Mexico City.
His death has triggered violence across Mexico.
Russia Launches Massive Drone and Missile Attack on Ukraine
Russia fired 50 missiles and nearly 300 drones overnight, targeting Ukraine's energy, railway, and water infrastructure ahead of the war's 4-year anniversary. At least one person was killed and 15 injured, including four children, with significant damage in Odessa.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy noted over 1,300 drone attacks this week alone.
Hungary Blocks EU's 20th Sanctions Package Against Russia
Hungary is blocking new EU sanctions over a dispute with Ukraine regarding the Druzhba pipeline oil supplies. Prime Minister Victor Orban suspended diesel deliveries and opposes a 90 billion euro EU loan to Ukraine.
Slovakia threatens to cut electricity imports to Ukraine if supplies aren't restored.
Boris Johnson Calls for UK Troops in Ukraine Now
Former UK PM Boris Johnson urged deploying non-combat UK and allied troops to Ukraine immediately. He argued that if boots on the ground are planned post-ceasefire, they should go now, citing ignored warnings from Russia's 2014 Crimea annexation.
The call came in a BBC interview alongside Admiral Sir Tony Radakin.
Deadly Garbage Landslide at Rodriguez Dump in Philippines
A major garbage landslide at a private dump in Rodriguez, Rizal, killed three people on February 20. This follows a similar tragedy in Binaliw, Cebu, that killed 35 earlier in January.
Rescuers retrieved a body from the site.
Seven Chinese Tourists Drown in Russia After Car Falls Through Ice
Seven people died when a car fell through ice on a lake in Russia's Sverdlovsk region. The victims were Chinese tourists.
The incident occurred on Saturday amid harsh winter conditions.
Secret Service Shoots Armed Man at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago
US Secret Service agents shot and killed an armed man at former President Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate. Details on the intruder and motive remain limited in reports.
The event adds to security concerns at high-profile sites.
Russia and Iran Near Deal on Gas Supplies via Azerbaijan
Moscow and Tehran are close to agreeing on Russian natural gas supplies to Iran through Azerbaijan. This could shift regional energy dynamics and boost long-term bilateral ties.
The project signals deepening energy cooperation.
Paris Court Reviews Sarkozy's Sentence Merge Request
A Paris court is examining former President Nicolas Sarkozy's bid to merge sentences from graft and illegal campaign financing convictions. The hearing occurs on Monday.
Sarkozy seeks to consolidate penalties from separate cases.
Winter Storm Hits US Northeast; Blizzard Conditions Reported
A powerful winter storm is battering the US Northeast, dubbed 'Blizzard Monday,' with major impacts overnight. Heavy snow and disruptions are affecting the region.
Conditions are worsening travel and daily life.