February 16, 2026

US Pushes Allies for 'Collective Strength' to Deter China's Military Rise

In Munich, US officials urged stronger cooperation among Indo-Pacific and European allies to counter China's growing military power. Emphasizing defense spending and collective strength, the US called for stable yet firm relations with China, focusing on protecting the strategic first island chain including Taiwan.

February 16, 2026

11 Palestinians Killed in Israeli Attacks Amid Gaza Ceasefire Violation; Trump Plans ‘Board of Peace’ Meeting

At least 11 Palestinians died in recent Israeli strikes in Gaza, breaking the ceasefire. Meanwhile, US President Trump announces the first meeting of his ‘Board of Peace’ this Thursday to help rebuild Gaza.

February 16, 2026

DNA on Glove Found Near Nancy Guthrie's Home Matches Suspect in Video, FBI Updates Case

FBI finds DNA on glove near Nancy Guthrie's home matching suspect's glove in video. Guthrie, mother of TV anchor Savannah Guthrie, missing for two weeks. Reward raised to $100,000.

February 16, 2026

UK Says Navalny Killed by Rare Dart Frog Toxin, Kremlin Denies

UK and European allies say Alexei Navalny died from epibatidine, a deadly toxin from South American dart frogs. Russia denies the claim, calling it a 'distraction'.

February 16, 2026

US Boards Second Oil Tanker in Indian Ocean Amid Venezuela Sanctions Crackdown

The US military boarded the Panamanian tanker Veronica III in the Indian Ocean after tracking it from the Caribbean. This marks the second US interception this week targeting Venezuela's oil exports under sanctions.