February 19, 2026

Israel Limits West Bank Palestinians to 10,000 at Al Aqsa Mosque for Ramadan; Imam Arrested

Israel capped West Bank Palestinians at 10,000 to pray at Al Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan, with strict age limits. Israel also arrested Sheikh Mohammed al-Abbasi, the mosque's Imam. Hamas condemned the arrest and restrictions.

February 19, 2026

Bomb Threat at Dehradun District Court Declared Hoax After Police Search

A bomb threat email prompted evacuation and search at Dehradun district court. Police found no suspicious material and called it a hoax. Similar threats targeted other Uttarakhand courts.

February 19, 2026

Gas Explosion in Karachi Kills Six, Injures 11; Building Collapses

A gas leak caused a deadly explosion in Karachi's Soldier Bazaar, killing six and injuring 11. Part of a residential building collapsed. Rescue teams are on-site searching for survivors.

February 19, 2026

Gaza Death Toll Surpasses 75,000 with Health System on Brink of Collapse

New research shows Gaza’s violent deaths crossed 75,000 by early 2025, well above official counts. Health facilities lie in ruins, leaving tens of thousands needing urgent surgery amid severe shortages.

February 19, 2026

63-Year-Old Man Dies Falling From Hong Kong High-Rise While Rescuing Cat

A 63-year-old Hong Kong man died after falling from a high-rise building while trying to save his pet cat. He was found at Jubilant Garden, Kowloon City, and later died in hospital.