February 17, 2026

Indonesia Prepares 8,000 Troops for Gaza Peacekeeping; Trump Pledges $5bn for Gaza Ahead of Board of Peace Summit

Indonesia readies 8,000 troops for Gaza peacekeeping by June, with 1,000 ready by April. Trump announces $5bn for Gaza rebuilding. EU to attend Trump’s Board of Peace meeting but limits role. Italy offers to train Gaza police.

February 17, 2026

Pakistan, Global Community Reject Israel's West Bank Land Takeover Move

Pakistan and other nations condemn Israel's new policy to register West Bank land as state property. The UN calls it unlawful. Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and the EU demand a reversal. Israel tightens security around Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan.

February 17, 2026

US Sends 100 Soldiers to Nigeria to Train Forces Against Armed Groups

The US has deployed 100 soldiers to northern Nigeria. Their job: to train and advise Nigerian forces battling deadly armed groups like Boko Haram and ISIS-linked factions. They won’t fight directly but will provide vital technical support and intelligence under Nigerian command.

February 17, 2026

Ukraine Regains Land Amid Ceasefire Talks and Oil Disruptions on War Day 1,454

On day 1,454 of the Russia-Ukraine war, Ukraine reclaimed 201 sq km from Russia using a drone communication glitch. Ceasefire talks begin in Geneva. Hungary and Slovakia seek alternative oil supplies. Ukraine’s ex-energy minister faces corruption charges amid strained diplomacy.

February 17, 2026

Lebanon Plans 4 Months for Hezbollah Disarmament Amid Israeli Strikes

Lebanon says the military needs four months to dismantle Hezbollah's weapons in southern areas. Hezbollah rejects disarmament north of the Litani River. Israel continues attacks despite a ceasefire.