February 11, 2026

US Imposes New Sanctions on Lebanese Gold Firm Linked to Hezbollah

The US has sanctioned Lebanese gold company Jood SARL for helping Hezbollah turn gold into cash. This move aims to cut off Hezbollah’s funding as the group faces Israeli attacks and Lebanon’s economic crisis.

February 11, 2026

Greek Air Force Officer Arrested for Spying for China, Faces Life Sentence

A Greek Air Force officer, Col Christos Flessas, was arrested for leaking top secret military information to China. He admitted to sharing classified NATO documents and passing sensitive technology details after being recruited by Beijing. The case highlights China's deep spying efforts in Europe’s military.

February 11, 2026

China Unveils Secret SDV-01 Underwater Combat Vehicle at Saudi Defence Show

China revealed its secret SDV-01 underwater combat vehicle for the first time overseas at the Saudi Arabia defence show. The wet submersible carries frogmen for special missions, showing China’s growing strength in naval technology and its interest in Middle Eastern markets.

February 11, 2026

EU Approves Deportation of Migrants to ‘Safe’ Third Countries Amid Human Rights Fears

The European Parliament has passed a law allowing member states to deport asylum seekers to ‘safe’ countries outside the EU, even if they have no ties there. Rights groups warn this could expose migrants to abuse. The rule needs member states’ final approval and starts in June.

February 11, 2026

FBI Releases Masked Suspect Images in Hunt for Savannah Guthrie's Missing Mother

FBI shares new images of an armed, masked person seen tampering with cameras at Nancy Guthrie's home. The 84-year-old is missing for over eight days in Arizona. A $50,000 reward is offered, as family urges public help to find her.