February 8, 2026

Russia Hits Ukraine Power Grid; Peace Talks Advance Amid Assassination Attempt

On day 1,445 of the Russia-Ukraine war, Russia launched massive strikes on Ukraine's energy grid causing outages in Kyiv. Peace talks with US involvement aim for a ceasefire. An assassination attempt on Russian intel official shocks Moscow. Meanwhile, the US rescinds a tariff on Indian imports tied to Russian oil deals.

February 8, 2026

Southeast Asian Refugee Faces Stateless Exile After US Deportation

Kham Paneboun, a Texas resident and father, was deported to Laos despite living lawfully for 17 years. His family remains in the US as he faces exile with no citizenship.

February 8, 2026

PTI to Hold Nationwide Protests on Feb 8 Despite Mourning After Islamabad Bombing

Pakistan's PTI will stage nationwide protests on Feb 8 to mark the second anniversary of the ‘stolen’ general election. The party will also mourn Friday’s deadly Islamabad bombing, rejecting calls to postpone demonstrations.

February 8, 2026

Deadly Crackdown on Massive Iran Protests in Karaj on Jan 8

Hundreds of thousands protested across Iran on Jan 8 against the regime. In Karaj, tear gas and live gunfire hit the crowds, leaving thousands dead. Fear now grips the city with many scared to speak or leave home.

February 8, 2026

US Defense Ends Military Education Ties with Harvard Kennedy School

The US Defense Department will stop graduate military education at Harvard's Kennedy School from next year. Secretary Pete Hegseth says officers returned with 'globalist and radical ideologies'. This ends a long-standing academic link amid growing tensions with the university.