Afghanistan threatens retaliation over Pakistani airstrikes
Afghanistan has threatened retaliation after Pakistani airstrikes on its territory reportedly killed at least 18 people and left several others injured. – The attack was carried out overnight on Saturday…
Putin vows to bolster Russia’s nuclear triad
Russia will continue to improve its military and technological capabilities, and the nuclear triad is an “unconditional priority” in this regard, President Vladimir Putin has said. – Putin made the…
Top EU diplomat on Iran tensions: ‘We don’t need another war’
Top EU diplomat Kaja Kallas said Monday that the world does not “need another war” when asked about potential U.S. military strikes on Iran. – “The situation around Iran is…
Two-state solution is being ‘stripped away in broad daylight,’ Guterres says
United Nations chief Antonio Guterres highlighted on Monday the “blatant violations of human rights, human dignity and international law in the Occupied Palestinian Territory.” – He charged that the current…
US military begins withdrawing from main base in northeast Syria
US forces began pulling out of their largest base in northeastern Syria on Monday, part of a wider departure as the US-allied government in Damascus consolidates control. – Dozens of…
Concessions
Concessions are compromises or allowances made during a negotiation or disagreement, where one side gives up something to reach an agreement.
The Moon Metal: Silver’s Timeless Shine and Hidden Versatility
Silver (Ag, atomic number 47), the lustrous white metal long associated with the Moon (its Latin name argentum and alchemical symbol ♆ reflect lunar ties), is a highly reflective, ductile,…
Red Army Day – Russia Honors the Soviet Armed Forces on February 23
On February 23, 2026, Russia celebrates Red Army Day (День Красной Армии и Флота / Den Krasnoy Armii i Flota), more formally known today as Defender of the Fatherland Day…
National Day – Brunei Celebrates Its Independence on February 23
On February 23, 2026, Brunei Darussalam observes National Day (Hari Kebangsaan), the country’s most important national holiday, commemorating the proclamation of full independence from the United Kingdom on February 23,…
Mashramani-Republic Day – Guyana Celebrates Freedom and Creativity on February 23
On February 23, 2026, Guyana celebrates Mashramani-Republic Day, the country’s most vibrant and colorful national holiday, marking both the Republic Day (becoming a republic on February 23, 1970) and the…