February 8, 2026

Islamic State Claims Deadly Islamabad Shia Mosque Blast, Calls LeT Members to Join IS Khorasan

Islamic State claimed responsibility for the deadly Shia mosque blast in Islamabad that killed 36 people. IS urged Lashkar-e-Taiba members to join its Khorasan wing, raising security fears in India and Pakistan.

February 8, 2026

US Defense Ends Military Education Ties with Harvard Kennedy School

The US Defense Department will stop graduate military education at Harvard's Kennedy School from next year. Secretary Pete Hegseth says officers returned with 'globalist and radical ideologies'. This ends a long-standing academic link amid growing tensions with the university.

February 8, 2026

Protesters Arrested in Minnesota Marking One Month Since Renee Good’s Death by Immigration Officer

Several demonstrators were arrested outside a federal building in Minneapolis during a protest remembering Renee Good, killed by immigration officers. Police clashed with some protesters who threw objects, leading to arrests amid rising outrage over immigration enforcement in Minnesota.

February 8, 2026

Zelensky Says US Wants War with Russia Ended by June

Ukraine's President Zelensky says the US aims to wrap up negotiations to end the Russia invasion by June. Peace talks could start soon amid fresh energy truce efforts.

February 8, 2026

Over 200 Killed in Nigeria Attacks; All Abducted Christians Freed Amid Security Concerns

More than 200 people were killed in recent attacks by armed groups in Nigeria. However, all Christian worshippers abducted last month have been released, raising questions about the country's security progress.