U.S. Envoy Draws Belgium’s Rebuke Over Antisemitism Comments 2026-02-17 On: February 17, 2026 The diplomatic dust-up marked the third recent spat between a U.S. ambassador and European host capital. This post was originally published on this site.
U.S. Hardens Allegation That China Conducted a Secret Nuclear Test 2026-02-17 On: February 17, 2026 New seismic data points to a detonation in northwest China, the U.S. said. This post was originally published on this site.
Vance Says Iran Is Ignoring Core U.S. Demands in Talks 2026-02-17 On: February 17, 2026 Washington said it agreed to give Tehran two weeks to close the gaps. This post was originally published on this site.
Japan Plans $36 Billion in U.S. Investments Under Trump Administration Deal 2026-02-17 On: February 17, 2026 Projects include critical minerals, oil and gas infrastructure and power generation, U.S. officials say. This post was originally published on this site.
Peru Ousts Another Embattled President 2026-02-17 On: February 17, 2026 The nation’s congress voted to remove President José Jerí, just four months after the 39-year-old leader had taken office. This post was originally published on this site.
India Seizes Sanctioned Shadow Fleet Tankers Amid Trade Thaw With U.S. 2026-02-17 On: February 17, 2026 The move marks New Delhi’s first direct support of U.S. efforts to crack down on the so-called dark fleet. This post was originally published on this site.
India’s Adani Group to Invest $100 Billion in AI Infrastructure 2026-02-17 On: February 17, 2026 The conglomerate’s investment would be a boost to the country’s ambitions to become a global leader in artificial intelligence. This post was originally published on this site.
Tour Guides Accused of Scamming the Louvre Out of $12 Million 2026-02-17 On: February 17, 2026 Guides who escorted Chinese tourists through the museum allegedly reused tickets and bribed security to look the other way. This post was originally published on this site.
U.S. Plans to Deploy More Missile Systems in the Philippines, Challenging China 2026-02-17 On: February 17, 2026 The commitment to a key Asian ally coincides with increased pressure on other defense partners. This post was originally published on this site.
German Economic Sentiment Slips Unexpectedly 2026-02-17 On: February 17, 2026 Confidence among investors fell this month, highlighting the fragile nature of an anticipated rebound in Europe’s largest economy this year. This post was originally published on this site.
