February 19, 2026

Refugee Groups Demand UK Home Office Age Board Be Scrapped Over Child Safety Risks

A coalition of refugee organizations urges the UK government to end the Home Office’s national age assessment board. The board's assessments harm refugee children’s mental health and risk placing minors in adult settings.

February 19, 2026

Hamas Reasserts Control in Gaza After Heavy Losses Despite Ceasefire

After the Gaza war ceased in October, Hamas regains control of over 90% of Gaza's areas. It controls security, taxes, and government services amid ongoing pressure to disarm under Donald Trump's peace plan.

February 19, 2026

Lancet Study Finds Over 75,000 Dead in Gaza War, 25,000 More Than Official Count

A Lancet study shows more than 75,000 deaths in Gaza's two-year war, 25,000 above local reports. Women, children, and elderly made up 56% of victims. Experts say violent and indirect deaths have devastated Gaza's population since October 2023.

February 19, 2026

US Withdraws Forces From Syria as New Government Takes Control

The US is pulling its troops from Syria after a decade, as President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s government takes charge. The Syrian army now controls the Al-Tanf base. Despite withdrawal, the US is ready to fight ISIS threats in the region.

February 19, 2026

FCC Probes The View Over Equal Time Rule; Denies Censorship Claims by Colbert

The FCC has opened an investigation into ABC's The View for possible violation of the equal time rule after an interview with Texas politician James Talarico sparked controversy. Stephen Colbert blamed the FCC's rule change for stopping his interview. FCC Chair Brendan Carr denies censorship and explains the rule's intent.