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February 17, 2026 • 3 min read • Marcus Webb

Iran Enhances Underground Complex Amid Nuclear Tension

Iran's fortification of its underground complex near a nuclear site increases tension as Iranian and US officials negotiate over Iran's nuclear ambitions.

#Iran nuclear program #US-Iran negotiations #Middle East security

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Deported to Bhutan: The Human Cost of Immigration Policy

The Guardian

February 17, 2026 • 3 min read • David Okonkwo

Deported to Bhutan: The Human Cost of Immigration Policy

The story of Mohan Karki's deportation to Bhutan highlights the personal and geopolitical impacts of immigration policies.

#immigration #human-rights #Bhutan

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West Bank Tensions Escalate: Jordan Warns of Impending Conflict

Al Jazeera

February 17, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

West Bank Tensions Escalate: Jordan Warns of Impending Conflict

As Israel's 'silent transfer' in the West Bank proceeds, Jordan issues a stern warning about potential war, alarming regional stakeholders.

#West Bank #Israel #Jordan

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Netanyahu Pushes for US Action Against Iran Amid Rising Tensions

BBC

February 17, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

Netanyahu Pushes for US Action Against Iran Amid Rising Tensions

Israeli PM Netanyahu reportedly seeks US support for regime change in Iran, relying on potential US strikes under Trump's influence.

#Israel #Iran #Netanyahu

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Tragic Catalonia Fire: Five Young Lives Lost in Spain

Deutsche Welle

February 17, 2026 • 3 min read • Elena Vasquez

Tragic Catalonia Fire: Five Young Lives Lost in Spain

A devastating fire in Catalonia claims five young lives, stirring regional grief and prompting questions about safety regulations.

#Catalonia #Spain #fire safety

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Tributes Flood in for Legendary Actor Robert Duvall, Dead at 95

France 24

February 17, 2026 • 3 min read • Marcus Webb

Tributes Flood in for Legendary Actor Robert Duvall, Dead at 95

Robert Duvall, acclaimed Oscar-winning actor of 'The Godfather' and ‘Apocalypse Now’, passed away at 95, leaving a legacy as a versatile artist.

#film #robert duvall #hollywood

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US Deployment to Nigeria Amid Rising Armed Group Attacks

Al Jazeera

February 17, 2026 • 3 min read • David Okonkwo

US Deployment to Nigeria Amid Rising Armed Group Attacks

US sends 100 troops to Nigeria amid heightened armed group activities. Though non-combat, this move underscores growing security challenges.

#US military #Nigeria #armed conflict

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Tarique Rahman's Political Return: Bangladesh's New Era?

BBC

February 17, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

Tarique Rahman's Political Return: Bangladesh's New Era?

Tarique Rahman, heir to a political dynasty, may soon lead Bangladesh after his long exile. What does his return mean for the nation and the region?

#Bangladesh #Tarique Rahman #South Asia

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London Police Use Drones to Combat Youth Phone Theft Gangs

The Guardian

February 17, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

London Police Use Drones to Combat Youth Phone Theft Gangs

London's Met Police fights adolescent phone theft by using drones and ebikes as gangs recruit kids via Snapchat to steal iPhones.

#technology-crime #urban-security #youth-crime

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France 24

February 17, 2026 • 3 min read • Elena Vasquez

Hollywood Icon Robert Duvall Remembered at 95

Legendary actor Robert Duvall dies at 95, leaving behind a legacy of iconic roles in cinema—'The Godfather' and 'Apocalypse Now' redefine his storied career.

#Robert Duvall #Hollywood #Cinema

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Kyiv's Heroic Repair Crews Battle Cold Amid Ongoing Conflict

Deutsche Welle

February 17, 2026 • 3 min read • Marcus Webb

Kyiv's Heroic Repair Crews Battle Cold Amid Ongoing Conflict

Emergency repair crews in Kyiv tirelessly restore utilities under the harsh conditions of war, combating cold and damage to maintain vital infrastructure.