In numbers: Four years of Russia’s devastating war with Ukraine Russia launched Europe’s biggest conflict since World War II four years ago The Independent UK · Feb 23
EU diplomats to meet Board of Peace director over Gaza's future The European Union’s top diplomats are meeting with the director of the Board of Peace in Brussels The Independent UK · Feb 23
Meet the Russian business owners feeling the pinch from a new wartime tax policy After four years of war, the pressure on Russia’s economy is starting to show The Independent UK · Feb 23
US, Iran to resume nuclear talks in Geneva on Thursday as military pressure mounts Iran and the US are set for a third round of nuclear talks in Geneva amid rising regional tensions. Washington is increasing its military presence and pressing Tehran for a swift deal, with President Trump issuing a 10-15 day ultimatum. Iran has warned of retaliation against US forces and facilities… The Times of India · Feb 23
Ukraine war briefing: Russian embassy in Seoul raises ‘victory will be ours’ banner, drawing complaints Message seen as reference to Ukraine war could create unnecessary tensions, says Seoul; Russian strikes kill three on eve of war’s fourth anniversary. What we know on day 1,461 The Guardian - AU · Feb 23
Iran promises “confidence-building” counterproposal after Trump announces he is considering strikes, and insiders inform of potential targets Even as Iran is trying to find a diplomatic resolution, it seems US is planning for something larger. We Got This Covered · Feb 22
A notorious camp in Syria tied to alleged IS families is emptied as final convoy departs Officials say Syria has emptied the al-Hol camp, long known for holding women and children with alleged links to the Islamic State group The Independent UK · Feb 22
U.S.-Iran talks expected Thursday to discuss nuclear proposal Trump's advisers are urging him to give the talks a chance before ordering a strike. Axios · Feb 22
Russia fires scores of missiles at Ukraine as Hungary threatens to block EU sanctions ‘Moscow continues to invest in strikes more than diplomacy,’ says Zelenskyy, as logistics and energy facilities targeted The Guardian - UK · Feb 22
University students hold new protests in Iran around memorials for those killed Anti-government protests have erupted again at some universities in Iran, weeks after a deadly crackdown on previous nationwide demonstrations The Independent UK · Feb 22
'Never been this close': Reza Pahlavi's daughter, exiled princess Noor says US military deployed near Iran gives her hope Exiled Iranian princess Noor Pahlavi who lives in Los Angeles said Iran has never been this close to a regime change and also the regime has never been this weak. In an interview with the California Post, Noor said the US military mobilization in the region gives her hope. “It’s… The Times of India · Feb 22
Blackwater founder Erik Prince has joined the drone-warfare fray in Ukraine, SEC filings reveal Battle-tested Ukrainian startup that advertises a ‘Killbox’ drone recruited Prince as non-executive chair The Guardian - US · Feb 22
Hungary threatens block EU sanctions on Russia over Ukraine pipeline dispute A unanimous decision from the 27-nation bloc is required for the sanctions to pass The Independent UK · Feb 22
'Russia suffering 1,000 casualties a day, 80% from drones': Rishi Sunak writes after meeting Volodymyr Zelenskyy Drones have become the defining weapon of the conflict, fundamentally reshaping how battles are fought. Defence analysts note that relatively cheap unmanned systems can now destroy extremely expensive targets such as tanks, ships and strategic bombers at a fraction of the cost. A recent Sunday Times defence analysis highlighted how… The Times of India · Feb 22
The Independent UK · Feb 22 Russian missile and drone barrage hits Kyiv suburbs, killing 1 Russia launched a major overnight missile and drone attack on Ukraine, killing one person near Kyiv and damaging homes and energy sites
The Times of India · Feb 22 Bombs, assassination and protests: How Khamenei is preparing for war against US Sirens have not sounded, and no missiles have yet been fired. But inside Tehran’s corridors of power, Iran is behaving as if war with the United States is no longer a distant possibility but an approaching reality. Senior commanders are on heightened alert, missile units are being repositioned, and security…
The Times of India · Feb 22 Ex-CIA agent claims US has decided on imminent strike against Iran Former CIA officer John Kiriakou claimed the US has decided to launch military strikes on Iran within days, citing a source who visited the White House. He said internal divisions exist, with JD Vance and Tulsi Gabbard opposing action, while Marco Rubio backs it, as US forces reposition across the…
The Guardian - UK · Feb 22 The strategy of Russia’s liberal elite is clear: make your peace with Putin. This is how they survive As the fourth anniversary looms of Russia’s war on Ukraine, those close to the Kremlin prosper while others merely strive to escape the worst repression, say Russian journalists Andrei Soldatov and Irina Borogan
The Guardian - UK · Feb 22 ‘A patriotic act’: the Ukrainians having babies and raising children in wartime Birthrates have fallen since Russia’s invasion but some have held on to hope and are bringing up children despite risks
The Independent UK · Feb 22 After 4 years of war by Russia in Ukraine, peace is still elusive despite a US push for a settlement When Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine surpassed 1,418 days last month, it officially exceeded a historic milestone — the same span of time it took Moscow to defeat Nazi Germany in World War II
The Times of India · Feb 22 ‘Could spin out of control’: Israel preparing to join US military action against Iran? Tensions between Washington and Tehran have deepened sharply, with Israeli officials now warning that a military confrontation with Iran appears increasingly likely. As diplomatic efforts falter, Israel is preparing for the possibility of joining the United States in military action against the Islamic Republic, according to multiple officials cited by…
The Times of India · Feb 22 Watch: Footage captures devastation after Pakistani strikes on Afghan madrassa Pakistani air strikes targeted seven militant camps in Afghanistan, including a religious madrassa. Islamabad stated the operations were in response to recent suicide bombings within Pakistan, blaming militants operating from Afghan soil. Kabul condemned the strikes, accusing Pakistani generals of deflecting from their own security failures. Relations between the two…
The Times of India · Feb 22 'They bombed our civilian compatriots': 'Dozens' killed after Pakistan conducts airstrikes in Afghanistan Afghanistan reported dozens killed and wounded after Pakistan conducted airstrikes in eastern border provinces, targeting alleged militant camps. Pakistan stated the strikes were in response to recent suicide attacks, including one by an Afghan national. Tensions escalate as Pakistan warns of further action if Afghan soil is used for terrorism.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 22 Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv condemns ‘blackmail’ by Hungary and Slovakia in energy supplies dispute Ukraine foreign ministry says ultimatums should be sent to the Kremlin; one dead, 15 wounded in Lviv in ‘act of terror’: What we know on day 1,460
The Times of India · Feb 22 'Death to the dictator': Month after deadly crackdown, protests flare up in Iran again - Watch Video footage circulating online shows hundreds of students marching through university campuses in Tehran and Mashhad on Saturday, more than 40 days after a deadly crackdown on nationwide protests in Iran. The rallies, described as the largest student demonstrations since the violence last month, took place at Sharif University of…