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๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Eide and several other foreign ministers: UN report on Sudan is a call to action

Norwegian and several other foreign ministers respond to a UN report on Sudan, urging immediate action to prevent atrocities in the conflict-ridden nation.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
National & Local

Zimbabwe backs out of โ€˜lopsidedโ€™ US health deal

Zimbabwe has withdrawn from a proposed health funding agreement with the United States, denouncing the deal as unequal and requiring the sharing of sensitive health information.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
World

Barth Eide and Foreign Ministers: Express Our Common Anger Over El Fashir

The foreign ministers from Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway, and the UK express their collective anger and sorrow regarding a UN investigation report on El Fashir in Sudan.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
World

Lavrov: No deadline to end the war

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that there is no specific deadline for ending the ongoing conflict.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

With Trump focused on Iran, Kim speaks of increasing North Korea's nuclear arsenal

North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un announced plans to expand the country's nuclear arsenal and stated that improvements in relations with the United States depend solely on Washington's stance.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

Strength and business are not enough: America is more alone

The article discusses the shortcomings of U.S. foreign policy under Donald Trump, emphasizing growing isolation and distrust among Western allies.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

Leaving room for dialogue with the US administration, North Korea emphasizes 'hostile' relations with South Korea

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un highlighted a willingness for dialogue with the US while reinforcing 'hostile' relations with South Korea during the recently held Workers' Party Congress.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Felipe VI emphasizes the importance of ensuring that "facts and actions never contradict words"

King Felipe VI stressed the significance of aligning actions with words during the entrega of diploma dispatches to the new diplomats in Spain.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

International Relations: Friedrich Merz Did Much Right in China

The article discusses the actions and statements made by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz during his inaugural visit to Beijing, highlighting the balance he struck in diplomatic discussions.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

About Diplomacy, International Institutions, and Other Demons

Recent diplomatic tensions involving American Ambassadors in Europe have highlighted a shift in the U.S. administration's attitudes towards Europe and its leaders.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
World

FT Report: Economic 'Bait' from Iran to Trump to Avoid Military Conflict

Iran's leadership is reportedly offering significant economic incentives to Donald Trump to prevent a U.S. military operation against Iran, according to the Financial Times.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Why Americans will confront China if they attack Iran

Tensions between the U.S. and Iran are escalating despite ongoing negotiations, highlighting a critical point in international relations involving nuclear capabilities and economic sanctions.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
World

Zaharova accused the United States of 'aggressive provocation'

Maria Zaharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, accused the United States of engaging in 'aggressive provocation' following a shooting incident involving a boat registered in Florida off the coast of Cuba.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

The "umbrella" is not enough in the storm

President Trump is attempting to rewrite global trade rules based on U.S. interests, as reiterated in his recent State of the Union address.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

US Tariffs: 'If it were up to me, I would renegotiate for the EU'

EU trade expert Bernd Lange expresses concerns about ongoing uncertainties in tariff negotiations with the US, advocating for renegotiation from the EU's perspective.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

What remains of Iran's nuclear program โ€” and is it a threat as Trump claims?

The article discusses the current status of Iran's nuclear program amid escalating tensions, including U.S. military presence in the region and statements from former President Trump about the risks of Iran acquiring nuclear weapons.

Feb 26 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
World

Drone and missile attacks on Kyiv

Several explosions were heard in central Kyiv following warnings of imminent attacks, attributed to drone and missile strikes by Ukraine's military officials.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
World

Peace Operations Amid the Crisis of Multilateralism

The article discusses the challenges faced by peace operations within the context of a weakening multilateral framework, particularly focusing on the United Nations.

Feb 26 โ€ข 03:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
World

Cuban army kills 4 possible saboteurs from the USA

The Cuban army reports killing four suspected U.S. saboteurs attempting to infiltrate the island for terrorist activities.

Feb 26 โ€ข 03:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

Xi Jinping meets foreign leaders: tracker 2026

The article discusses ongoing diplomatic engagements of Xi Jinping with various foreign leaders as part of China's international relations strategy leading up to 2026.

Feb 26 โ€ข 02:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
National & Local

Havana identifies โ€˜terrorist infiltratorsโ€™ from US

Cuban authorities reported that a recent armed encounter with a US-flagged boat involved individuals suspected of planning a terrorist infiltration.

Feb 26 โ€ข 02:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Maduro ignored ultimatum and celebrated New Year's before U.S. attack in his last days in power

Despite the impending threat of a U.S. military attack, Nicolรกs Maduro celebrated New Year's Eve with family and friends in Caracas, showing apparent confidence in his position.

Feb 26 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

US announces investigation after confrontation between American boat and Cuban military leaves 4 dead

The US government has announced an investigation into a confrontation that left four people dead after a Florida-registered boat clashed with Cuban military forces.

Feb 25 โ€ข 23:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
World

Cuba: four occupants of a boat registered in Florida killed after a shootout with coast guards

Four occupants of a Florida-registered boat were killed and six others injured in a shootout with Cuban coast guards in Cuban territorial waters.

Feb 25 โ€ข 21:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
World

What is known about Cuba's attack on a boat from the United States

A clash between a U.S. boat and Cuban coast guards resulted in casualties and has escalated tensions between the two countries.

Feb 25 โ€ข 21:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Seven containers to Ukraine: Connections from Hrรบtafjรถrรฐur among those that get a new life

Iceland is sending seven containers to Ukraine, which includes connections from the Hrรบtafjรถrรฐur area, contributing to Ukraine's recovery efforts.

Feb 25 โ€ข 20:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Acre Journal 1st edition this Wednesday, February 25, 2026

The Acre Journal covers various upcoming legal proceedings and significant events in Brazil, touching on legal matters, economic updates, and international incidents involving Cuba and the U.S.

Feb 25 โ€ข 19:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
National & Local

Trump to hike tariffs to 15 percent โ€˜where appropriate,โ€™ U.S. trade rep says

U.S. President Donald Trump plans to increase global tariffs from 10% to 15% where deemed appropriate, according to Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Tariff may exceed 15% for some countries, says US trade representative

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer indicated that import tariffs for certain countries could surpass the promised 15% by Donald Trump, while maintaining that tariffs on Chinese products will not increase further.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

Newsfilter: Fico is Embarrassing the World, His Advisors at Home

The article discusses the global backlash against Slovak politician Robert Fico due to his criticism of Ukraine and connections to Vladimir Putin.

Feb 25 โ€ข 17:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Canada sending $8M in food aid to Cuba as humanitarian crisis deepens

Canada is providing $8 million in food aid to Cuba to help alleviate a deepening humanitarian crisis exacerbated by external sanctions.

Feb 25 โ€ข 17:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Germany in China: Is Europe starting to dismantle its ties with America?

The article discusses German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to China and the shifting dynamics of Europe's relationship with the United States amidst global changes.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Szomburg: How to Maintain Subjectivity Against the Geopolitics of Power and Tech Dominance?

The article discusses the structural collapse of the current globalization model, shifting from a peace-promoting system to one where interdependencies are increasingly weaponized by states.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
World

Hong Kong โ€˜throwsโ€™ Josรฉ Mulino for taking away 2 ports from the Panama Canal: โ€˜Respect the contractsโ€™

The Government of Hong Kong has expressed strong protests to Panama over the control of two ports taken from CK Hutchison, following a Supreme Court ruling in Panama.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

BNS Sprint: Wednesday's events in brief

The article discusses various significant events in Lithuania and abroad, including Ignitis Group's profit and plans to sell more shares, a check regarding the president's residence fence, and international developments such as Ukraine-US-Russia negotiations and Chancellor Scholz's visit to China.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Eyeball Stretching Controversy Was Last Year's Biggest News Spike from Finland

A report reveals that Finland's international media presence spiked last year, primarily due to President Alexander Stubb's visibility on the global stage, despite some negative publicity.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Merz's First Visit to Beijing: Germany Wants Fairer Economic Relations with China

During his first visit to China as Germany's leader, Merz expressed the need for fairer economic relations while aiming to strengthen bilateral trade in light of changing international dynamics.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Anna-Lena Laurรฉn: Germany's Devil's Pact with China โ€“ Now Merz Tries to Salvage What He Can

Friedrich Merz, Germany's Chancellor, emphasizes the importance of both Europe and the German automotive industry in his dealings with China.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
World

F. Merzas sees "great opportunities" to develop relations with China

F. Merzas expresses a strong belief in the potential for enhancing Germany's relationship with China during his visit to Beijing.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
World

In meeting with Merz, Xi urges efforts to advance China-Germany ties to โ€˜new levelsโ€™

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, emphasizing the need to strengthen China-Germany relations amid global uncertainties.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Jฤ™drzej Bielecki: Donald Trump's State of the Union Address. How the U.S. President Skewed the Truth

The article critiques Donald Trump's State of the Union address, highlighting his inaccuracies and the public's reaction to his lengthy speech.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Trump's 'Predatory Hegemony' and 'Kleptocracy' of Endurance

The article critiques Donald Trump's foreign policy as a form of predatory hegemony driven by personal gain, highlighting the resulting shifts in international relations and the implications for South Korea.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

Umerovas will meet with Witkoff before new negotiations with Russia

Ukrainian official R. Umerovas is set to meet with American negotiators Witkoff and Kushner in Geneva as part of preparations for upcoming trilateral talks with Russia.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
World

107 UN States Support Ukraine. The USA Is Not Among Them

The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution supporting Ukraine, which condemns Russian aggression, although the USA abstained from voting.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Identified the main obstacle in peace negotiations: called V. Putin a courier

The former Lithuanian Foreign Minister Antanas Valionis stated that the West's response to Russian aggression is moving in the right direction, albeit slower than what Ukraine desires.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

CM Yogi warmly welcomed in Tokyo, Japan

UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was warmly welcomed in Tokyo during his four-day foreign visit following Singapore.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
World

China Expert Mรผhlhahn: 'Beijing does not aim to replace the USA'

China expert Klaus Mรผhlhahn discusses the dynamics of international relations between China, Germany, and the USA, emphasizing the need for constructive dialogue and understanding the Chinese market.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

The United Nations adopts a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine

The UN has adopted a resolution urging an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine during its sessions marking the fourth anniversary of the war.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

Germany's Merz to push for 'fair' economic competition on first visit to China

Germany's opposition leader Friedrich Merz is set to advocate for equitable economic competition during his inaugural visit to China.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
World

The UN General Assembly approved a resolution to support Ukraine

The UN General Assembly has adopted a resolution supporting Ukraine amid ongoing conflicts.

Feb 25 โ€ข 06:51 UTC

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