February 17, 2026

Manipur Police Evacuate 51 Kuki Students From Ukhrul Amid Rising Ethnic Tensions

Fearing unrest, Manipur police moved 51 Kuki students from Naga-majority Ukhrul to safer Kangpokpi district. Their exam centers were shifted too, ensuring safety amid violence.

February 17, 2026

14 Security Personnel, 3 Civilians Dead in Twin Attacks in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Two bomb blasts and a gunfight in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, killed 14 security forces and 3 civilians. The attacks hit a checkpoint, police station, and sparked a deadly gun battle.

February 17, 2026

Gunman Kills 2, Injures 3 at Rhode Island High School Hockey Game

A gunman opened fire during a youth hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, killing two and injuring three, before killing himself. The shooter was identified as Robert Dorgan, a 56-year-old transgender father involved in family disputes.

February 17, 2026

Israel Displaces 37,000+ Palestinians in West Bank; Settler Attacks Surge in 2025

In 2025, Israeli military actions and settler violence forced more than 37,000 Palestinians to leave their homes in the West Bank, hitting a record high. Settler attacks surged with 1,828 incidents, mostly in Area C under full Israeli control, where land disputes and demolitions are common. Regional condemnation speaks of illegal annexation moves.

February 17, 2026

Israel's West Bank Annexation Sparks Jordan's Alarm Over 'Silent Transfer' Threat

Israel's new West Bank land laws deepen fears of forcing Palestinians into Jordan. Officials warn this 'silent transfer' may escalate into conflict. Jordan boosts military readiness and questions US support amid growing tensions.