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Netanyahu urged Iran to end uranium enrichment, while Tehran signaled willingness to negotiate if sanctions are lifted. As US-Iran talks resume in Geneva, Washington pushes diplomacy alongside pressure tactics, leaving the prospects of a breakthrough uncertain.

Iran’s Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, issued a stark warning to U.S. President Donald Trump, saying that any military confrontation with Iran would serve as a “lesson” for the U.S. leader and Washington. Mushavi criticized Trump’s rhetoric as “reckless” and questioned the logic of threatening war while engaging in diplomatic talks. Iran’s military leadership has made clear that any hostile action against Tehran would be met with firm resistance and significant consequences.

WATCH: Rohit Sharma hugs Wasim Akram in Colombo, defying India’s ‘no handshake’ policy during the 2026 T20 World Cup clash. See the viral moment here!

FBI recovered DNA from a glove near Nancy Guthrie’s Arizona home that may match a suspect seen on video. As tests continue, Savannah Guthrie shared a new plea urging her mother’s abductor to come forward.

Batting first, India scored 175/7 thanks to Ishan Kishan's 40-ball 77 and then bowled out Pakistan for a paltry 114 in 18 overs. Pak wicketkeeper-batter Usman Khan was highest scorer for them with 44 off 34 and the second best Pak batter was Shaheen Afridi with 23.

PM Modi welcomed global leaders to the AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam, highlighting AI’s role in driving inclusive growth across sectors. With a focus on responsible innovation, the event positions India as a key player, while Delhi issued travel advisories amid expected congestion.

Bangladesh’s Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has filed a formal complaint challenging the election results in 32 constituencies, escalating post-poll tensions. The move comes despite party chief Shafiqur Rahman previously conceding defeat. The development adds a new twist to Bangladesh’s political landscape as legal scrutiny over contested seats intensifies.

India continues its dominance over Pakistan in T20 World Cups, now leading 8‑1 in head-to-head encounters. In the latest matchup, Pakistan won the toss and chose to bowl first, but India’s batting prowess ensured they remained unbeatable in the tournament’s history. Fans are eagerly watching as cricket legends clash once again, and analysts weigh in on strategies and key performances.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has accused the government of ignoring repeated pleas regarding the health of party founder Imran Khan. A medical team examined Khan at Adiala Jail, but his family claims the inspection took place without their recommended personal doctors. Khan’s sister alleged that authorities rejected the family’s suggested medical panel, intensifying the political controversy.

Maya Hawke, best known for Stranger Things, got married to musician Christian Lee Hutson in a private ceremony in New York City on Valentine's Day. Read on to know more.

A massive sinkhole has formed in Central Aceh, Indonesia, swallowing farmland and threatening the livelihoods of local farmers. The expanding sinkhole, caused by persistent soil movement and landslides, has destroyed crops and forced safety measures in surrounding areas.

China has announced visa-free entry for British and Canadian nationals starting February 17, a move seen as part of Beijing’s diplomatic outreach. The decision follows recent visits by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.

NBC’s Savannah Guthrie shared a video pleading for her abducted 84-year-old mother Nancy Guthrie’s safe return, as Arizona investigators pursue leads two weeks after her disappearance.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has criticised Washington’s reported focus on concessions, insisting on strong security guarantees against Russian President Vladimir Putin. As the Russia-Ukraine war intensifies, one person was killed in Odesa, Russia claimed it downed 88 Ukrainian drones over southern and border regions, and strikes in Krasnodar left two injured.

The United States has launched a diplomatic push across Central Europe, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio beginning a regional tour. Washington signalled a renewed alliance with Europe while urging nations to strengthen their own defence capabilities, echoing President Donald Trump’s call for Europe to shoulder more security responsibility.

Massive anti-government protests have erupted in Kragujevac, Serbia, with demonstrators demanding action against corruption and government misconduct. Protesters have vowed to continue demonstrations until their demands are addressed, highlighting widespread frustration among citizens.

Five Nights at Epstein's is giving parents sleepless nights who are shocked to learn that young children are playing victims in a video game based on Epstein's island. The player needs to survive on the island without being noticed by the sex offender.

U.S. military forces have intercepted and boarded the Panamanian‑flagged oil tanker Veronica III in the Indian Ocean, after tracking it from the Caribbean, the Pentagon said. The vessel, under U.S. sanctions and linked to Venezuelan and Iranian crude shipments, attempted to evade enforcement measures ordered by President Donald Trump in December 2025. Video released by U.S. forces shows the boarding operation, carried out without incident in international waters, as part of broader efforts to disrupt sanctioned oil flows and enforce maritime sanctions.

Speaking publicly for the first time after United States President Donald Trump’s social media account depicted him and his wife Michelle as monkeys, former President Barack Obama has deplored the degradation of the country’s political discourse to a “clown show”.