December 13, 2025
Israel Kills Top Hamas Commander Raed Saed in Gaza Strike
Israel’s military said it killed senior Hamas leader Raed Saed in a Gaza car strike. Four died, 25 wounded. Saed was key in the October 7 attack on Israel. Tensions flare despite ceasefire.
Two US Soldiers, Interpreter Killed by Islamic State Gunman in Syria Attack
Two US soldiers and a US interpreter were killed in Syria in a fierce attack by an Islamic State gunman. Three more were hurt, and the attacker was killed by US forces instantly.
Israel Kills Senior Hamas Commander Raed Saad in Deadly Gaza Strike
Israel struck a key Hamas commander, Raed Saad, in Gaza, killing four people and injuring others. This hits the top militant as peace talks advance.
Belarus Frees 123 Prisoners as US Lifts Sanctions Including Key Opposition Activist
Belarus released 123 prisoners, including major opposition leader Maria Kolesnikova, after the US agreed to lift sanctions on the country. This move marks a step towards better relations between Belarus and the US.
US 2025 Travel Ban Blocks Iranian Postdoc at Harvard, Thousands Affected
The 2025 US travel ban stopped Iranian scientist Delaram Pouyabahar from taking a Harvard postdoc. The ban cuts all visas for 19 countries including Iran, blocking thousands of students and researchers.
Feb 19, 2026
.png)
