🇺🇸 🇯🇵🇭🇺 Trump Endorses Japan's Takaichi and Hungary's Orbán

President Trump has officially endorsed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi ahead of Japan's legislative election on February 8, 2026.

Trump praised Takaichi as a strong, powerful, and wise leader who loves her country.

He anticipates welcoming her to the White House on March 19th.

Trump has also endorsed Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, further solidifying his support for global conservative leaders.

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🇺🇸 🇵🇱 US Ambassador Cuts Ties with Polish Parliament Speaker

U.S. Ambassador to Poland, Tom Rose, has severed ties with leftist Marshal of the Sejm Włodzimierz Czarzasty after the latter's criticism of President Trump.

Czarzasty, chairman of the New Left party, part of the current ruling coalition, rejected calls to back Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize and criticized his policies.

Ambassador Rose stated that Czarzasty's remarks were an impediment to U.S.-Polish relations and disrespectful to a president who has done much for Poland.

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🇺🇸 🇮🇷 U.S. Treasury: Iranian Leadership Asset Exodus Continues

U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent reports Iranian leadership is rapidly transferring assets out of Iran.

This exodus suggests a lack of confidence within the regime regarding its future stability.

The U.S. continues to monitor Iran's financial activities closely.

Bessent stated that a dollar shortage, intentionally created by the U.S., led to a major Iranian bank failure in December.

Secretary Bessent added that Iranian leaders are taking enormous amounts of money out of the country.

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🇺🇸 🇨🇳 US & China Among 35 Nations Refusing AI Military Pledge

At the REAIM summit, 35 of 85 nations, including the U.S. and China, declined to sign a joint declaration on responsible military AI use.

This refusal signals a potential divergence in global approaches to AI weaponization and regulation.

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🇨🇦 Canada Launches $2.3B EV Affordability Program

Canada is investing $2.3 billion into an electric vehicle affordability program.

Canadians can receive up to $5,000 for electric or fuel-cell vehicles and $2,500 for plug-in hybrids priced under $50,000.

The $50,000 price cap will not apply to Canadian-made EVs or plug-in hybrids, incentivizing domestic production.

Incentives are limited to vehicles from countries with a free trade agreement with Canada.

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🇺🇸 🇱🇧 Graham Ends Meeting with Lebanese Defense Minister Over Hezbollah

Senator Lindsey Graham abruptly concluded a meeting with Lebanese Defense Minister Rudolph Heikel after Heikel refused to designate Hezbollah as a terrorist organization.

Graham emphasized Hezbollah's designation as a foreign terrorist organization by both Republican and Democratic administrations since 1997.

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🇺🇸 🇱🇾 💀 🔥 Benghazi Attack: Leader Delivered to U.S.

Zubayar Al-Bakoush, a suspect in the 2012 Benghazi attack, has been apprehended. The attack resulted in the deaths of U.S. Ambassador Christopher Stevens and three other Americans.

Al-Bakoush arrived in the U.S. and faces charges of murder, terrorism, and arson. The charges were initially filed eleven years ago, but the case remained sealed until his arrest.

Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the arrest. Prosecutors allege Al-Bakoush stormed the U.S. mission, set fires, conducted surveillance, and tried to breach U.S. vehicles.

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🇪🇸 Spanish Deputy PM Díaz Exits X, Cites 'Hate'

Spanish Deputy Prime Minister Yolanda Díaz announced her departure from X, formerly Twitter.

Díaz characterized the platform as a 'place of hate,' rejecting any perceived subservience to Elon Musk or Donald Trump.

Díaz stated that remaining on X implies support for 'hate-driven policies'.

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🇺🇸 🇨🇳 US Accuses China of Secret Nuclear Tests

The U.S. has accused China of conducting secret yield-producing nuclear tests, including one in June 2020, despite Beijing's declared moratorium. Washington alleges that China concealed the tests using techniques to reduce seismic monitoring effectiveness.

China denies the accusations, blaming the U.S. for escalating the arms race. Neither the U.S. nor China has ratified the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty, though both claim to adhere to testing moratoriums.

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🇩🇪 🇱🇹 🇧🇾 Germany Bolsters Baltic Presence Near Belarus

Germany is deploying a significant Bundeswehr contingent, including 5,000 troops and 105 Leopard tanks, to Lithuania.

This deployment aims to reinforce the Baltic States' defenses, particularly along the border with Belarus.

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🇺🇸 Congress to Access Unredacted Epstein Files

Starting next Monday, members of the US Congress will gain access to the unredacted Epstein files.

This access follows the recent release of edited versions to the public.

The move allows for greater congressional oversight into the matter.

The review of unredacted versions will also begin next week.

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🇺🇸 Dow Jones Hits 50,000, Trump Claims Victory

President Trump highlighted the Dow Jones reaching 50,000, asserting it occurred three years ahead of expert predictions. He attributed this success to his policies.

Trump warned of a potential economic downturn under Democratic leadership, urging voters to remember this achievement in the upcoming midterm elections.

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🇺🇸 Pentagon Cuts Ties with Harvard Over "Woke" Ideologies

The Pentagon will sever all military training, fellowships, and certificate programs with Harvard University starting in the 2026-27 academic year.

Defense Secretary Hegseth criticized Harvard for promoting ideologies that he believes weaken officers and do not align with military needs.

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🇺🇦 Ukrainian Radar Malfunction During Missile Attack

A malfunction in Ukrainian radar systems in western Ukraine reportedly occurred during a recent missile attack.

This malfunction may explain the low interception rate of Kh-101 and Kalibr cruise missiles.

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🇺🇦 ☢️ Ukraine Nuclear Plants Halt; IAEA Confirms Substation Damage

Ukrenergo reports all nuclear power plants in Ukraine have ceased electricity generation due to damaged high-voltage substations.

A major 750kV substation in the Lviv region, regulating power to western Ukraine and EU energy imports, was reportedly attacked.

The shutdown has significantly increased Ukraine's power deficit, leading to longer power outages nationwide.

The IAEA confirms the shutdown is due to damage to grid connections, not reactor malfunction, and no nuclear safety incident has been reported.

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🇸🇦 🇸🇾 Saudi Arabia Invests Heavily in Syria

Saudi Arabia is investing $2 billion in Syria, focusing on key sectors like energy, aviation, and telecommunications.

The investment includes modernizing Syria's telecom infrastructure and developing Aleppo airports in phases.

A joint Syrian-Saudi airline, 'FlyNas Syria,' is planned, with operations slated to begin in late 2026.

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🇺🇸 F-22 Raptors Pulled From Super Bowl LX Flyover Due to Increased Tempo

F-22 Raptors were withdrawn from the Super Bowl LX flyover due to reassignment to operational missions. The initial plan to feature fifth-generation fighters was scrapped.

Rising operational demands took precedence, necessitating the redeployment of these advanced aircraft.

The Air Force confirmed that two F-22s were part of the original plan. An increased military tempo was cited as the reason for the change.

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🇲🇽 🇨🇺 🇺🇸 Mexico to Send Aid to Cuba Amid US Tensions

Mexico's President Sheinbaum plans to send humanitarian aid to Cuba, including food and essential supplies, by Monday.

This move comes amid potential resumption of oil shipments, previously halted due to pressure from the Trump administration.

The US seeks regime change in Cuba, with Secretary Rubio expressing a desire for it.

Fuel shortages in Cuba have led to blackouts and affected food prices, exacerbating the situation.

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🇺🇸 DOJ Faces Recruitment Challenges Amid Political Shifts

The Justice Department is facing significant recruitment and retention challenges, reportedly experiencing an 8% staffing decrease in a year.

Departures and political pressures have led to a loss of experienced lawyers, with U.S. attorneys' offices seeing a 14% workforce reduction.

Efforts to emphasize loyalty to a specific agenda have further discouraged applicants and narrowed the talent pool.

To address staffing shortages, the DOJ has deployed military lawyers and formed 'emergency jump teams'.

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🇮🇷 Iran: Nationwide Shopkeeper Protests Planned

Iranian merchants are calling for nationwide shopkeeper protests on February 17-18.

The protests, originating from Tehran's Grand Bazaar, coincide with the end of the 40-day mourning period for those killed on January 8-9.

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🇮🇹 Italy's Rail Network Targeted in Coordinated Sabotage

Italy's rail network suffered a coordinated sabotage attack, impacting three major lines: Bologna–Padua, Bologna–Ancona, and Ancona–Rimini. A bomb was discovered near Bologna, followed by attacks on backup systems.

Cables were cut and relay boxes torched, indicating a planned operation. Italian authorities are currently investigating the incidents.

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