February 13, 2026

US Sends Second Aircraft Carrier to Middle East to Pressure Iran

The US is deploying the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier to the Middle East to join USS Abraham Lincoln, intensifying pressure on Iran amid stalled nuclear talks and regional tensions.

February 13, 2026

Philippine Flood Fund Theft Sparks Calls for Overhaul of Unfair Tax System

Millions protest after $3.5 billion meant for flood projects was stolen in the Philippines. Experts say ending the travel tax is just a start—real change means fixing the entire corrupt, outdated tax system.

February 13, 2026

Russia Launches Deadly Air Assaults as Ukraine Faces Rising Casualties and EU Imposes Oil Ban

Russia carried out massive air attacks on Ukraine, damaging energy infrastructure amid bitter cold. Ukraine fights back and vows new tactics. The EU bans Russian oil by sea to hit war funding.

February 13, 2026

Nagaland Deputy CM Urges Peace After Violence in Maova Village Near Dimapur

Nagaland’s Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton has called for calm after arson and clashes disrupted peace in Maova village near Dimapur. Police say the incident is local and unrelated to Manipur tensions.

February 13, 2026

Sudan FM Says Fighting Foreign Interference Protects Africa in War with RSF

Sudan's Foreign Minister Mohieldin Salem says the civil war against the RSF is a fight against foreign interference. He urges the African Union to back Sudan’s efforts for peace and stability in the continent.