February 18, 2026

Russia-Ukraine Geneva Talks End Without Breakthrough on Ceasefire and Territories

US-mediated peace talks in Geneva between Russia and Ukraine ended without agreement. Key issues like eastern territories and nuclear plant control stayed unresolved, says Zelenskyy.

February 18, 2026

Russia Demands Proof on Navalny Poisoning Amid Toxic Dart Frog Claims

Russia rejects claims it poisoned Alexei Navalny with a rare dart frog toxin. Europe says Moscow had motives. Navalny’s widow calls Putin a murderer.

February 18, 2026

Israel kills two in Gaza, blocks medical evacuations at Rafah crossing

Israel killed two Palestinians in Gaza on Wednesday and continues to block medical exits at Rafah crossing. Only 260 of 18,500 patients needing urgent care have been allowed to cross, says the UN. The blockade worsens health conditions amid ongoing violence.

February 18, 2026

Gabon Suspends Facebook and TikTok Over Social Conflict Risks

Gabon has blocked Facebook and TikTok indefinitely. The media regulator cites harmful content risks amid rising social unrest and strikes. The move aims at protecting national stability.

February 18, 2026

US Pressure Forces Countries to End Cuba’s Global Medical Missions Amid Fuel Crisis

Countries like Guatemala are ending Cuban medical programs due to US pressure and Cuba’s worsening fuel crisis. The US calls Cuba’s doctor missions forced labor, aiming to cut Cuba’s foreign income from these missions.