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Champions League Play-off Leg 1: Real Madrid beat Benfica 1-0, PSG beat Monaco 3-2, Borussia Dortmund beat Atalanta 2-0 while Galatasaray stun Juventus 5-2.

#Gravitas China is accelerating its nuclear expansion — building ballistic missile submarines at record speed while increasing warhead production in hardened mountain facilities. With projections suggesting a sharp rise in China’s nuclear arsenal by 2030, Beijing’s military build-up is reshaping the global strategic balance. From next-generation submarines to expanded missile infrastructure, analysts say the shift signals a major transformation in China’s deterrence doctrine. Is this about countering the United States? Preparing for a Taiwan contingency? Or redefining nuclear parity in a multipolar world? We break down the numbers, the strategy, and the geopolitical consequences.

#Gravitas The United States and China are rapidly advancing toward what could become the world’s first high-tech drone confrontation in the Indo-Pacific. The U.S. has strategically deployed MQ-9 Reaper drones across key locations near China’s periphery, strengthening surveillance and strike capabilities. Meanwhile, images circulating online appear to show a stealth drone aboard China’s new amphibious assault ship — signaling Beijing’s growing unmanned warfare ambitions.

Ukrainian President announces the return of 2,000 children from Russia's captivity. Ukraine has accused Moscow of forcibly transferring around 20,000 children from parts of Ukraine seized by its army

Imran Khan’s sisters allege a “lethal conspiracy” by Pakistan’s government and military, claiming threats from Mohsin Naqvi and raising concerns over his medical treatment in custody.

Expert David Albright claims Iran buried parts of the Taleghan 2 facility at Parchin, while President Masoud Pezeshkian denies nuclear weapons ambitions amid ongoing US-Iran talks in Geneva.

New Epstein Files documents show Nobel laureate James Watson photographed at Jeffrey Epstein’s mansion, reviving scrutiny over their association amid longstanding controversies surrounding Watson’s remarks on race and genetics.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sent a formal letter to Bangladesh’s newly sworn-in Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, inviting him to visit India. The outreach signals New Delhi’s intent to maintain strong bilateral ties amid Bangladesh’s political transition. The move comes at a crucial time as Dhaka navigates internal political shifts and regional diplomatic recalibrations.

Fresh concerns are emerging over a possible return to conflict in Ethiopia, following reports of large-scale mobilisation by Ethiopian federal forces and Tigrayan troops. The developments raise fears that tensions between Addis Ababa and the Tigray region could spiral into renewed civil war. Observers warn that another outbreak of violence would have devastating humanitarian and regional consequences across the Horn of Africa. What is driving the latest mobilisation? And how fragile is the current peace arrangement? We analyse the situation and its broader implications.

"We are not seeking to acquire nuclear weapons." President Masoud Pezeshkian reaffirmed Iran's peaceful nuclear intentions on February 17 offering "any verification" to the IAEA and US negotiators in Geneva.

Veteran Bollywood screenwriter Salim Khan was rushed to the hospital on Tuesday morning after he complained about feeling ‘giddy’. The veteran has been put on ventilator support after developing a blood clot in the brain due to high blood pressure.

Who are Kayla Noel Day and Luke Anthony Daley? Arrests announced in Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case as family ruled out

Macron's 4th India Visit: PM Modi, French President Inaugurate Helicopter Assembly Line Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron inaugurate the India-France Innovation Forum in Mumbai.

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Iran of serious “consequences” if Tehran fails to strike a nuclear deal with Washington, as negotiators prepare for a new round of talks in Geneva. Trump said he will be involved “indirectly” in the negotiations and believes Iran is interested in an agreement but cautioned that failing to reach one could carry significant repercussions.

With this result, both teams ended their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign. Nepal finished fifth in Group C with one win and three losses from four matches. Scotland ended third with the same record but had a better Net Run Rate (NRR).

Tarique Rahman, chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), is set to take oath as Prime Minister of Bangladesh, marking the party’s return to power after 20 years. This historic transition highlights a new chapter in Bangladesh’s political landscape, strengthening democratic processes and signaling potential changes in domestic and regional policies.

Ali Khamenei has issued a sharp warning to the United States, declaring that even the “world’s most powerful military” can be dealt a crushing blow. His remarks come as renewed talks between Tehran and Washington begin in Geneva. Khamenei said the US would “not succeed” in destroying the Islamic Republic and warned that American warships deployed in the Gulf could be sunk. The comments are being seen as a direct message to Donald Trump amid fragile diplomatic engagement. As tensions simmer in the Gulf region, the rhetoric underscores the deep mistrust that continues to shape US-Iran relations — even as negotiations resume. What does this mean for nuclear talks? Could military escalation derail diplomacy? Watch the full report for key takeaways and geopolitical analysis.

"For 47 years, America has been unable to eliminate the Islamic Republic." Addressing a gathering on February 17, 2026, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei mocked President Trump’s regime-change rhetoric, warning that the "strongest military" can still be struck down.

#Gravitas The United States and China are rapidly advancing toward what could become the world’s first high-tech drone confrontation in the Indo-Pacific. The U.S. has strategically deployed MQ-9 Reaper drones across key locations near China’s periphery, strengthening surveillance and strike capabilities. Meanwhile, images circulating online appear to show a stealth drone aboard China’s new amphibious assault ship — signaling Beijing’s growing unmanned warfare ambitions.