February 16, 2026

Albanian PM to Join Trump’s Board of Peace Meeting on Gaza Reconstruction

Albanian PM Edi Rama will join the first US-led Board of Peace meeting in Washington on February 19 focused on Gaza’s rebuilding. Israel's Foreign Minister Saar will attend instead of Netanyahu, while Italy and Romania will observe. Trump urges Hamas to disarm as members pledge $5 billion to Gaza’s recovery.

February 16, 2026

ISRO Launch Vehicle Debris Found on Uninhabited Maldivian Island, No Harm Reported

Debris with ISRO's logo found on a remote island in Maldives on February 12, likely from the LVM3-M6 launch vehicle. No damage to life or property reported. ISRO yet to confirm.

February 16, 2026

UAE's du Joins Singapore-India-Gulf Submarine Cable to Boost Asia-Middle East Connectivity

Telecom giant du partners to invest in SING submarine cable linking UAE with India and Southeast Asia. This move strengthens UAE's data hub role, offering faster, reliable digital connections for cloud, AI, and global services.

February 16, 2026

China opens visa-free entry to UK and Canada; Key US-China talks at Munich Security Conference

China now allows UK and Canadian citizens to enter without visas. Amid rising tensions, Rubio and Wang Yi discuss US-China rivalry at Munich. Plus, Star Cruises plans comeback after canceled trip anger.

February 16, 2026

Israel Restarts West Bank Land Registration, Sparking Fears of Palestinian Land Loss

Israel has resumed land registration in the West Bank for the first time since 1967. Rights groups warn this could intensify Palestinian land dispossession and support Israeli settlement expansion amid annexation claims.