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Rubio Seeks Energy Shift in Eastern Europe Amid US-Russia Tensions

Deutsche Welle

February 17, 2026 • 3 min read • David Okonkwo

Rubio Seeks Energy Shift in Eastern Europe Amid US-Russia Tensions

Rubio visits Slovakia and Hungary, aiming to curb Russian energy reliance as US-Russia tensions rise.

#Marco Rubio #Eastern Europe #US Energy Policy

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Zelensky Vows No Elections Without Russian Ceasefire Agreement

The New York Times

February 16, 2026

Zelensky Vows No Elections Without Russian Ceasefire Agreement

Ukraine's President Zelensky asserts elections won't occur until Russia agrees to a ceasefire, emphasizing national security concerns.

#Zelensky #Ukraine #Russia

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Orban: EU Poses Greater Threat to Hungary Than Russia

Deutsche Welle

February 16, 2026

Orban: EU Poses Greater Threat to Hungary Than Russia

Viktor Orban claims EU interference is a bigger threat than Russia, amid electoral challenges.

#Viktor Orban #EU #Hungary politics

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Ghana Demands Extradition of Russian Accused of Filming Women

BBC

February 16, 2026

Ghana Demands Extradition of Russian Accused of Filming Women

Ghana seeks extradition of a Russian man accused of illicitly filming women, urging Russian cooperation in legal proceedings.

#Ghana #Russia #extradition

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Russia Tightens Control: YouTube, WhatsApp Now Blocked

Deutsche Welle

February 16, 2026

Russia Tightens Control: YouTube, WhatsApp Now Blocked

As Russia blocks YouTube and WhatsApp, users seek alternatives amidst increasing internet censorship. The move raises global concerns over digital freedom.

#Russia #internet censorship #YouTube

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Ukrainian Drones Hit Russian Port; Rubio Tours Eastern Europe

France 24

February 15, 2026

Ukrainian Drones Hit Russian Port; Rubio Tours Eastern Europe

Ukrainian drones attacked Russia's Black Sea Taman port, causing a fire, as US Secretary Marco Rubio begins his diplomatic tour in Eastern Europe.

#Ukraine #Russia #Black Sea

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Europe Condemns Russia over Navalny Poisoning at Security Summit

France 24

February 15, 2026

Europe Condemns Russia over Navalny Poisoning at Security Summit

Five European nations accuse Russia of poisoning Alexei Navalny as tensions rise at Munich Security Conference.

#Russia #Alexei Navalny #Europe

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Tensions Rise as Russian General Shot in Moscow Suburb

BBC

February 12, 2026

Tensions Rise as Russian General Shot in Moscow Suburb

Lt Gen Vladimir Alexeyev was shot near Moscow, prompting questions on Russia's internal security and power dynamics.

#Russia #General #Shooting

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Key Developments from Day 1,449 of the Russia-Ukraine Conflict

Al Jazeera

February 12, 2026

Key Developments from Day 1,449 of the Russia-Ukraine Conflict

On day 1,449, the Ukraine conflict sees fresh military strategies and international reactions shaping the geopolitical landscape.

#Ukraine #Russia #geopolitics

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Ukraine's Helmet Tribute Denied at Olympics Amid Tensions

Deutsche Welle

February 12, 2026

Ukraine's Helmet Tribute Denied at Olympics Amid Tensions

IOC rejects Ukraine's attempt to honor fallen athletes at Olympics, raising questions about politics in sports and international tensions.

#Ukraine #Olympics #IOC

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Growing Outrage as Kenyans Used as 'Cannon Fodder' in Ukraine

France 24

February 11, 2026

Growing Outrage as Kenyans Used as 'Cannon Fodder' in Ukraine

Kenyans promised jobs face a harsh reality as soldiers in Ukraine, sparking outrage. Kenyan Foreign Minister plans to visit Russia amid rising tensions.