February 14, 2026

Taiwan Leader Warns Defense Budget Delay May Cut US Arms Priority

Taiwan's leader William Lai urges public and lawmakers to approve a $40 billion military budget, warning that delays risk lowering Taiwan’s priority for US weapons amid Beijing tensions.

February 14, 2026

IMF Reviews Pakistan's Electricity Tariff Plans, Cautions on Inflation Impact

The IMF is talking with Pakistan about raising electricity tariffs but wants to protect middle and lower-income families. The move aims to ease industry pressure without hurting inflation. This is part of Pakistan meeting conditions in a $7 billion IMF loan deal as inflation and power sector debts remain sensitive issues.

February 14, 2026

US Military Kills Three in Deadly Strike on Suspected Drug Boat in Caribbean

The US military struck a suspected drug boat in the Caribbean, killing three people as part of the Trump administration's campaign against cartels. Since September, 133 people died in 38 operations targeting drug routes in the region.

February 14, 2026

DHS Shutdown Hits Agencies Amid ICE Funding Fight After Deadly Minneapolis Raids

The Department of Homeland Security partially shut down over a funding clash tied to ICE operations after two US citizens died in Minneapolis raids. Democrats seek ICE reforms; key services like FEMA & TSA face disruption.

February 14, 2026

Punjab CTD Arrests 26 Suspected Terrorists, Seizes Explosives in Month-Long Operations

Punjab Counter-Terrorism Department arrested 26 suspected terrorists and seized explosives in 286 intelligence-based operations across the province last month to stop terror threats.