February 2, 2026

Ukraine Hails 'Real Results' as Musk Limits Russian Use of Starlink for Drone Attacks

Ukraine praises Elon Musk for swiftly restricting Russian drones using Starlink satellites. The move curbs drone attacks that killed civilians. SpaceX limited terminal speeds and will whitelist devices in Ukraine.

February 2, 2026

Laura Fernández Wins Costa Rica Presidency, Vows Tough Fight Against Drug Violence

Rightwing populist Laura Fernández wins Costa Rica's presidential election with 48.3% vote, pledging a hard crackdown on drug trade violence. Her victory marks a shift in Latin America’s politics.

February 2, 2026

Arctic Indigenous Peoples Protest US Interest in Greenland, Warn of New Imperialism

About 70 people braved icy winds in Nunavut to protest US plans for Greenland. Inuit leaders fear a new age of disrespect for Indigenous rights amid global power moves.

February 2, 2026

Balochistan Sees Sharpened Violence as BLA Launches 'Operation Herof 2.0'

The Baloch Liberation Army launched 'Operation Herof 2.0' with coordinated attacks across Balochistan. Pakistan responds with a fierce counterstrike, killing over 130 militants amid rising tensions in the region.

February 2, 2026

Israel Reopens Gaza's Rafah Crossing for Limited Medical Evacuations

Israel has opened Gaza’s Rafah border with Egypt for a small number of Palestinians daily. This move is key amid ongoing peace talks and dire medical needs in Gaza.