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President Trump urged Republicans to "nationalize" voting processes in at least 15 states during a February 2, 2026, podcast, claiming irregularities in Democrat-led areas threaten fair elections.

A US F-35C fighter jet from the USS Abraham Lincoln shot down an Iranian Shahed-139 drone on February 3, 2026, after it aggressively approached the carrier in the Arabian Sea, about 500 miles off Iran's coast, ignoring US de-escalation efforts.

The changes will be discussed by the ICC in their next meeting for ratification before becoming part of international cricket, likely from October 1, 2026. A total of 73 'material changes' have been done in the latest rivision along with some linguistic changes as well.

One of the well-known faces of Iranian cinema, actress Elnaz Shakerdoust, has annouced she would not never work in Iran as a mark of protest over the recent deadly crackdown on protests in the country.

Trump met Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro at the White House, calling the talks “very well” after months of tension. Both sides discussed anti-drug cooperation and lifting US sanctions, with Petro terming the talks positive.

Opinion polls indicate that Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is heading for a landslide victory. The numbers suggest strong voter backing as the prime minister stakes her leadership on a high-risk political gambit ahead of the vote.

Israel's government faces backlash over Defense Minister Israel Katz's push to shut down IDF-run Army Radio (Galei Tzahal) by March 1, 2026, prompting the Supreme Court to demand justification.

US forces downed an Iranian Shahed-139 drone aggressively approaching the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea on February 3, 2026, as nuclear talks with Tehran continue apace.

Muammar Gaddafi’s son has been killed in Zintan, near Tripoli, Libya. This incident comes amid ongoing political instability and armed conflicts in the region. The killing of a high-profile figure related to Libya’s former regime has sparked international attention and raised concerns about escalating tensions.

Russia resumed massive missile and drone strikes across Ukraine on February 3, 2026, launching 71 missiles-including Kinzhal and Kh-101 types-and nearly 450 Shahed drones, targeting energy infrastructure in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, and other regions amid freezing -20°C weather.

It is shaping up to be a memorable season for Arsenal, who are six points clear at the top of the Premier League and reached the Champions League last 16 by winning all eight of their group matches.

Trump defended himself over Epstein links, claiming innocence as files remain redacted. Despite past friendships and photos with Epstein, he dismissed allegations as conspiracies by Democrats and critics. Trump also criticized author Michael Wolff

During an Oval Office briefing, Donald Trump lashed out at CNN reporter Kaitlan Collins for questioning him about Jeffrey Epstein. He criticized her demeanor, mocked CNN’s ratings, defended allies named in Epstein files, and urged the public to move on from the case.

India's S Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in Washington to deepen India-US economic and strategic ties. The talks followed a new trade deal cutting US tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent

The US House passed a $1.2 trillion spending bill to end the partial government shutdown, sending it to President Donald Trump, who confirmed he will sign it.

Libyan state media reported the killing of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of former leader Muammar Gaddafi, without disclosing circumstances, sparking uncertainty and speculation amid Libya’s fragile political climate.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's party is likely to score a landslide victory in next week's lower house election, a survey by the Asahi newspaper showed, heightening the chance the country will continue to pursue big spending and tax cuts.

A Russian overnight attack on February 3, 2026, damaged the iconic Motherland monument in Kyiv, a key Soviet-era World War II memorial, according to Ukraine's culture minister.

President Trump said Monday that the federal government should “nationalize” elections, repeating — without evidence — his long-running claim that U.S. elections are beset by widespread fraud.