World
Trump
IOC Chief ‘Wasn’t Aware’ of FIFA Head’s Participation in Trump’s Board of Peace
IOC members are required to uphold the Olympic principle of political neutrality. Trump ally Gianni Infantino previously called for an end to the ban on Russian athletes participating in events.
Feb. 20, 2026
War in Ukraine
The Moscow Hit and the War Inside the Kremlin
Inside Moscow, a bold assassination attempt targeted GRU deputy chief Vladimir Alekseyev. Point of Impact uncovers the plot, local assets, and its wider implications for the war.
Feb. 20, 2026
War in Ukraine
Chinese Drones Reach Russia via Thailand, Exports Have Surged Since 2022
Trade data show Thailand has become a key transit hub for Chinese-made drones heading to Russia, with shipments surging after Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Feb. 20, 2026
Hungary
Hungarian Opposition Slams Orbán Party’s AI Video Showing War ‘Execution’
Hungary’s opposition condemns Fidesz’s AI campaign video showing a girl witnessing her father’s execution, calling it fear-mongering and “soulless manipulation.”
Feb. 20, 2026
War in Ukraine
Zelensky Rules Out Donbas Withdrawal, Warns DPRK Troops Learning Drone Warfare in Russia
Zelensky says Ukraine will not withdraw from Donbas, calling Russia’s terms “an ultimatum,” and urges Japan to open the “corridor for dialogue” on air defense.
Feb. 20, 2026
NATO
Poland Exits Landmine Ban Treaty, Plans to Deploy Mines Along Eastern Border
Poland has formally withdrawn from the Ottawa Convention and says it will manufacture and potentially deploy antipersonnel and anti-tank mines to defend against what it calls a growing Russian threat.
Feb. 20, 2026
NATO
Pentagon Warns EU Against ‘Buy European’ Arms Push, Threatens Retaliation
The Trump administration warned it would review access for European firms to US defense contracts if Brussels limits US defense manufacturers’ access to EU procurement.
Feb. 20, 2026
Zelensky
OPINION: Trilateral Negotiations Hit the Proverbial Wall Over the Donbas
Trump is pressing Ukraine to cede the Donbas. But Zelensky rightly refuses to hand over territory Russian hasn’t been able to take in 12 years – all for a very vague promise of security.
Feb. 20, 2026
Ukraine
From UK Parliament to Ukraine’s Azov Brigade: Lopresti Embraces New Role
Former Conservative lawmaker says he is “honored” to begin service with Ukraine’s Azov Brigade, a unit that has become a symbol of resilience and uncompromising principle.
Feb. 20, 2026
Russia
Russia Building ‘Parallel Force’ to Protect Putin, Analyst Warns
A Kremlin decree appears to elevate Rosgvardia into a powerful “parallel” force outside the Defense Ministry, bolstering regime security and raising risks of future internal rifts, an analyst warns.
Feb. 20, 2026
Russia
Russian Decision Is a Betrayal: Ukrainian Paralympics Chief
The IPC decision to allow 6 Russians and 4 Belarusians to compete in the Games has sparked a boycott of the event by Ukrainian officials as well as the EU Commissioner for Sport.
Feb. 20, 2026
Russia
‘Extraordinary Threat’ – Trump Extends Sanctions on Russia Over Its War on Ukraine
Washington has extended sanctions on Russia for another year, citing Crimea, Donbas and the full-scale invasion, as officials say economic pressure is weakening Moscow.
Feb. 20, 2026
War in Ukraine
EU Demands Russian Troop Withdrawal From Belarus, Georgia, Armenia and Transnistria in Ukraine Peace Framework
An internal EU paper circulated by Kaja Kallas calls for a ban on Russian military deployments in Belarus, Georgia, Armenia and Moldova’s Transnistria as part of any comprehensive Ukraine settlement.
Feb. 19, 2026
Ukraine
How to Counter the Kremlin’s Maximalist Negotiating Strategy
Moscow’s playbook can be disrupted. But in order to do so, each actor in the negotiations must understand its role and act in concert with the others.
Feb. 19, 2026
Europe
EU-Made Parts Found in Killer Russian Drones Despite Sanctions
One Polish company was among the manufacturers identified.
Feb. 19, 2026
Partisans
Ukrainian Partisans Knock Out Military Communications Deep Inside Russia
Atesh said it destroyed a military communications tower in Russia’s Lipetsk, disrupting command and control at key UAV, airfield, and Missile/Artillery HQ sites.
Feb. 19, 2026
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