The Pentagon announced deployment of 2,500 US forces to Iraq and Syria amid heightened ISIS threats targeting Christian minorities, following President Trump's explicit call to prevent "Christian genocide" in the region. Troops will prioritize technical guidance, intelligence sharing, and training local forces rather than direct combat roles to minimize risks.


U.S. Deploys Troops to Counter ISIS Genocide Threats 

In a setback for U.S. President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson, the House of Representatives rejected a procedural rule that would have prevented lawmakers from introducing resolutions aimed at overturning Trump’s tariffs. The measure failed by a narrow 214 to 217 vote.


USA: House Rejects Rule Shielding Trump Tariffs in Blow to Trump and Mike Johnson | WION

Taiwan has reportedly deployed U.S.-made missile systems just 10 kilometers from China’s coastline, significantly escalating tensions across the Taiwan Strait.


US Made Missiles Positioned 10 Kilometers from China's Coast

French President Emmanuel Macron warned European allies of renewed US friction under Trump, stressing EU-US tensions "far from over" despite recent Greenland de-escalation.



EU-U.S.: Macron Cautions Europe on US Intimidation

It has now emerged that Iran dictated terms to U.S. during their talks in Oman last week. As per reports, Iranians refused to allow the presence of CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper in the talks and engaged with the Americans through the Omani mediators. Even as Iran maintains a tough stance, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has rushed to meet U.S. President Donald Trump.

Iran-U.S.: Tough Iran Snubs Americans During Talks as Netanyahu Rushes to Meet Trump

Iran states recent nuclear talks in Oman tested US seriousness, yielding enough consensus for diplomatic continuation despite deep mutual distrust.


Tehran Gauges Washington Seriousness in Oman

China labels US accusations of secret nuclear tests as "fabricated excuses" for Washington to resume its own explosive testing program.



China Calls U.S. Claims 'Fabricated Excuses For Starting Own Tests'

US and India launched an interim reciprocal trade framework on February 6, 2026, with India slashing tariffs on key US farm goods like distillers' grains, sorghum, nuts, fruits, soybean oil, wine, and spirits.


U.S.-India Trade Pact Cuts Farm Tariffs, Eases Duties on U.S. Ag Exports

Venezuelan Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado has vowed to return to Venezuela despite the recent detention of a close ally. The opposition leader has criticised new arrests and says she will go back to confront the regime and push for democratic reforms.


Nobel Laureate Machado Vows To Return To Venezuela Despite Ally's Detention

China firmly rejects US accusations of secret nuclear tests, labeling them "completely groundless" and "outright lies" aimed at justifying Washington's own testing plans.


China Slams U.S. Nuclear Test Claims as Lies 

Iran has intensified arrests of reformist figures, activists, and filmmakers even as negotiations with the United States continue. Labeling protests as “riots,” Tehran blames Israel and Washington, while the Iranian president urges the U.S. to avoid excessive demands.


Iran's Government Brands Protests 'Riots', Blames Israel, US

NATO is planning a potential Arctic operation amid rising Russian and Chinese activity in the region. The United States is set to relinquish several senior NATO command posts, with Italy assuming leadership of the strategic Naples command.


NATO Eyes Arctic Mission Amid Rising Russian, Chinese Activity

US-Iran Tensions: Tehran Ready To Dilute Highly Enriched Uranium 

U.S. military forces boarded and intercepted a Venezuela-linked oil tanker in the Indian Ocean after pursuing it from the Caribbean, accusing the vessel of defying Washington’s sanctions and oil blockade. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that ships trying to evade U.S. forces won’t succeed, saying they would “run out of fuel” before escaping.


US Intercepts Venezuela-Linked Vessel in Indian Ocean

NATO Eyes Arctic Operation as US Plans to Relinquish Senior Command Posts

Concern is growing after the mother of NBC news anchor Savannah Guthrie was reported missing for nine days, with no major breakthrough in the case so far. Guthrie has issued a fresh public plea as authorities continue investigations into a possible abduction.


USA: NBC Anchor Savannah Guthrie Issues Fresh Plea as Mother Missing for Nine Days 

Venezuelan Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado has vowed to return to Venezuela despite the recent detention of a close ally. The opposition leader has criticised new arrests and says she will go back to confront the regime and push for democratic reforms.

US-Venezuela Tensions: Nobel Laureate Machado Vows Return to Venezuela Amid Ally’s Arrest 

China has strongly rejected U.S. allegations that it conducted secret nuclear tests in 2020, calling the claims completely groundless. Beijing accused Washington of fabricating excuses to justify its own nuclear testing activities.


China Rejects US Claims of Secret Nuclear Tests, Calls Allegations ‘Fabricated Lies’

Bangladesh and the United States have finalised a reciprocal tariff deal in Washington following nine months of negotiations. This video explains the agreement’s key points, potential economic impacts, and what it means for trade between the two nations.


US-Bangladesh Trade Deal: US Lowers Bangladesh Tariffs By 1%

The U.S. military carried out a lethal strike on a narco-trafficking vessel in the Pacific, killing two suspected narco-terrorists. Authorities confirmed the operation targeted a boat moving along known drug-smuggling routes, with search and rescue activated for the lone survivor.

US Military Conducts Lethal Strike on Narco-Trafficking Vessel in Pacific

US-Iran Tensions: Iranian President Tells US To 'Avoid Excessive Demands'

President Trump announced that the U.S. will start negotiations with Canada regarding the Ontario-Michigan bridge. This video explains the purpose of the talks, potential impacts on trade and transportation, and what the agreement could mean for both countries.

Trump Says US to Begin Canada Bridge Negotiations

U.S. forces seized the sanctioned Venezuelan oil tanker Aquila II in the Indian Ocean on February 9, 2026, after a dramatic monthlong pursuit spanning 10,000 miles from the Caribbean.



U.S. Navy Hunts Down Venezuelan Tanker Across Two Oceans 

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