February 18, 2026

Chilean Court May Try Israeli Sniper for Gaza War Crimes Using Universal Jurisdiction

Rom Kovtun, an Israeli sniper involved in Gaza, faces potential war crime charges in Chile. His social media posts show he visited the country, prompting a court case under universal jurisdiction laws.

February 18, 2026

Ryanair May Let British Dual Nationals Fly to UK Without Current Passport from 25 Feb

Ryanair says British dual nationals can board UK flights even without a current British passport. Alternative documents may be accepted under new Home Office rules starting 25 February.

February 18, 2026

BAE Systems Urges UK Govt to Finalize Defence Spending Plan Amid Record Sales

BAE Systems, UK's largest defence company, reports record sales over £30bn due to global military demand. CEO Charles Woodburn presses government to publish the long-delayed defence investment plan for clearer future spending.

February 18, 2026

Fear of New War in Tigray as Ethiopia and Eritrea Clash Again

Tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea rise, raising fears of renewed war involving Tigray. Displaced people flee as past horrors haunt the region. Leaders accuse each other; humanitarian crisis worsens.

February 18, 2026

Ramadan Begins in Palestine, Gulf Amid Gaza Crisis; Other Muslim States to Start Thursday

Ramadan started in Gaza and several Gulf countries on Wednesday amid food shortages and Israeli attacks. Other Muslim states including Egypt and Syria will begin fasting Thursday based on moon sightings and calculations.