Day: February 19, 2026

Royal Arrest: Andrew Held as Fallout Spreads

The unprecedented detention of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has triggered warnings of wider political consequences, with commentators predicting the scandal could engulf senior officials.

Trump Pledges $10bn for New Gaza-Focused ‘Board of Peace’

Trump Pledges $10bn for New Gaza-Focused ‘Board of Peace’

The U.S. president unveiled a Washington-based initiative aimed at rebuilding Gaza and launching an international stabilisation force.

February 19, 2026
Judicial Activism or Justice? Italy Must Pay for Protecting Its Borders

Judicial Activism or Justice? Italy Must Pay for Protecting Its Borders

A Sicilian court has ordered the government to pay €76,000 to the German NGO Sea-Watch for the 2019 seizure of its migrant rescue vessel.

February 19, 2026
Sweden Reveals Prison Plan for Children After Lowering Criminal Age   

Sweden Reveals Prison Plan for Children After Lowering Criminal Age   

Eight existing prisons have been tasked with preparing special sections for children.

February 19, 2026
Spain Moves To Restrict Pro-Life Protests Near Abortion Clinics

Spain Moves To Restrict Pro-Life Protests Near Abortion Clinics

The proposal comes as the government faces mounting political pressure, with opponents accusing it of escalating a culture-war battle.

February 19, 2026
Macron To Meloni: “Stop Commenting” On Lyon Incident

Macron To Meloni: “Stop Commenting” On Lyon Incident

After the international community was shocked by anti-fascists fatally beating a young conservative activist, the French president told Italy’s PM to “let everyone stay in their own lane.”

February 19, 2026
French Transit Police To Trial Stun Guns on Trains and Metros

French Transit Police To Trial Stun Guns on Trains and Metros

The transport minister says the use of the electroshock weapon could be an “appropriate” and “proportionate” response to acts of violence on public transport.

February 19, 2026
‘Taxman’ Lives On: 36% on Money You Haven’t Made

‘Taxman’ Lives On: 36% on Money You Haven’t Made

From California to Norway, governments show reckless creativity in their pursuit of more revenue.

February 19, 2026
“Addictive” Meta Battles Child Protection Allegations in Court

“Addictive” Meta Battles Child Protection Allegations in Court

In a high-stakes legal appearance, Zuckerberg expressed regret over Meta’s sluggishness on child safety issues—while simultaneously spreading blame to rivals Apple and Google.

February 19, 2026
Donald Tusk Tells Polish Citizens To Leave Iran

Donald Tusk Tells Polish Citizens To Leave Iran

The Polish prime minister warned Poles in Iran that the window for evacuation could close within hours.

February 19, 2026
Royal Arrest: Andrew Held as Fallout Spreads

Royal Arrest: Andrew Held as Fallout Spreads

The unprecedented detention of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has triggered warnings of wider political consequences, with commentators predicting the scandal could engulf senior officials.

February 19, 2026
South Korea: Former President Found Guilty of Leading Insurrection

South Korea: Former President Found Guilty of Leading Insurrection

Prosecutors urged the death penalty for the leader who declared martial law in 2024.

February 19, 2026
Hungary Accuses Ukraine of Election Interference Over Druzhba Oil Halt

Hungary Accuses Ukraine of Election Interference Over Druzhba Oil Halt

“Zelensky has shut down the Druzhba oil pipeline. With this, he interfered in the Hungarian elections,” Viktor Orbán said.

February 19, 2026