Russia Continues to Accuse Ukraine of Assassination Attempt on Top Military Officer

Russia Continues to Accuse Ukraine of Assassination Attempt on Top Military Officer

The FSB says the shooter was recruited and trained in Ukraine, marking the latest in a series of attacks on Russian military personnel.

February 9, 2026
Japan To Overhaul National Security Policy To Deter Chinese Threats

Japan To Overhaul National Security Policy To Deter Chinese Threats

Plans include setting up a national intelligence bureau and strengthening the military.

February 9, 2026
Japan’s Conservatives Claim Landslide Victory

Japan’s Conservatives Claim Landslide Victory

With a strong mandate, Takaichi can now push forward an agenda focused on defence, constitutional reform, and immigration.

February 9, 2026
Starmer Chief of Staff Resigns Over Mandelson Appointment

Starmer Chief of Staff Resigns Over Mandelson Appointment

“I advised the Prime Minister to make that appointment and I take full responsibility for that advice,” Morgan McSweeney wrote.

February 8, 2026
Balloons and Hybrid War: Baltics Call on NATO and EU to Step In

Balloons and Hybrid War: Baltics Call on NATO and EU to Step In

Nighttime balloon flights carrying illegal cigarettes have forced repeated airport closures in Lithuania, highlighting a growing security challenge along the Belarus border.

February 8, 2026
Japan’s “Iron Lady” Projected To Sweep Snap Elections

Japan’s “Iron Lady” Projected To Sweep Snap Elections

Sanae Takaichi’s platform combined building a strong economy and defense with a hardline immigration policy and support for working families.

February 8, 2026
French Police Arrest Suspects in Crypto-Linked Kidnapping Case

French Police Arrest Suspects in Crypto-Linked Kidnapping Case

A late-night abduction, threats of mutilation, and a cryptocurrency ransom demand ended without payment after the captives managed to escape.

February 8, 2026
Orbán To Join Donald Trump at First Board of Peace Meeting

Orbán To Join Donald Trump at First Board of Peace Meeting

The Hungarian PM said at an anti-war event that he will meet U.S. President Donald Trump “in two weeks.”

February 7, 2026
Trump Wants To End Russo-Ukraine War by Early Summer

Trump Wants To End Russo-Ukraine War by Early Summer

The United States has offered to host talks between the two sides in Florida next week.

February 7, 2026
Iran, U.S. Praise Talks as Tensions and Sanctions Persist

Iran, U.S. Praise Talks as Tensions and Sanctions Persist

Iran’s FM called the latest talks with the U.S. a “very good start”, while President Donald Trump pledged another round of negotiations next week.

February 7, 2026
Russia Says Ukraine Behind Shooting of GRU Deputy Chief

Russia Says Ukraine Behind Shooting of GRU Deputy Chief

According to Moscow, Kyiv is responsible for the shooting in which a high-ranking Russian military intelligence general was wounded.

February 6, 2026
At Least 31 Killed in Suicide Bombing at Islamabad Mosque

At Least 31 Killed in Suicide Bombing at Islamabad Mosque

The blast struck worshippers after Friday prayers, marking one of the deadliest attacks in the Pakistani capital in years.

February 6, 2026