The decision came as US President Donald Trump ramps up military presence in the Middle East as tensions mount with Iran.
US to withdraw troops from Syria as tensions mount with Iran
The decision came as US President Donald Trump ramps up military presence in the Middle East as tensions mount with Iran.
Israel’s Actions Questioned at Security Council Meeting
Amid criticism over the board’s structure and broad mandate, the U.S. ambassador to the U.N. defended the board, saying “a new way” was needed to address the situation in Gaza.
UN Nuclear Watchdog Chief Warns Iran-US Talks “Don’t Have Much Time”
UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi said there was a “step forward” in talks between Iran and the United States in Geneva but warned “we don’t have much time”.
Mariners bring back Mitch Garver to compete for backup catcher spot
The Mariners are bringing back Mitch Garver, last year’s backup catcher, to join the competition for the spot behind Cal Raleigh this season.
Tech firms will have 48 hours to remove abusive images under new law – BBC
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US civil rights agency sues Coca-Cola bottler over event that excluded men
Lawsuit is first by Equal Employment Opportunity Commission over workplace DEI in Trump’s second termA US civil rights agency has sued a bottler and distributor of Coca-Cola products it accuses of sex discrimination over an employee networking event th…
Iran Update, February 18, 2026 – Institute for the Study of War
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Man who lived rent-free in New York hotel, then claimed to own it, pleads guilty
A New York City man who claimed to own a storied Manhattan hotel has pleaded guilty to fraud.
As Trump Weighs Possible Iran Strikes, U.S. Military Moves Into Place
President Trump has given no indication that he has made a decision about how to proceed, as diplomatic talks continue.