(2026-02-10). Trump's Keynesian Plan For Ukraine OpEd. eurasiareview.com By Dr. Madhusudan Raj | On January 9, The Telegraph "Ukraine and the United States are planning to sign a "prosperity" deal "The prosperity plan is aimed at bringing in around $800bn ( £600bn) over a decade to rebuild Ukraine and kick-start its economy, Ukra…
(2026-02-10). Ethiopia builds secret camp to train Sudan RSF fighters. newarab.com 
The camp constitutes the first direct evidence of Ethiopia's involvement in
(2026-02-10). Jorge Legañoa: Trump fosters genocide by intensifying blockade against Cuba. radiohc.cu Jorge Legañoa, president of Prensa Latina, has denounced a new energy blockade, which he calls "genocide," and the intensification of unfounded accusations of terrorism against Cuba, revealing decades of "false narratives." | The Cuban journalists affirmed that his country faces a complex situation due to the intensification of the economic blockade imposed by the United States government, led by Donald Trump. The new measures seek to prevent the supply of oil to the Caribbean island, generating energy shortages and directly affecting the daily lives of its citizens. | In an interview with teleSUR, Jorge Legañoa,…
(2026-02-10). Australian police batter helpless, immobilised anti-genocide protester. thecanary.co 
Australian police have been filmed viciously beating an anti-genocide protester after the protester was already immobilised, pinned to the floor and helpless: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mosab Abu Toha (@mosab_abutoha) The attack came shortly after the Australian government passed new legislation, driven by the Israel lobby, classifying criticism […] | By
(2026-02-10). "Market-Based" Environmentalism = Yellowstone Buffalo Genocide. counterpunch.org 
Yellowstone bison have flourished for more than 10,000 years. In the 1830s settler-colonialists and other two-legged parasites nearly wiped them out. Now, almost 200 years later, the old cognitive model, Manifest Destiny, possesses a new plundering herd of uber-wealthy, neo-colonialists engaged in what can best be described as slow-motion domestication, or in other words, buffalo
(2026-02-10). In Australia The Police Beat You Up For Opposing Genocide. caitlinjohnstone.com.au
(2026-02-10). Hamas leader says no to disarmament, foreign rule. workers.org 
The following article appeared on the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) website on Feb. 7, 2026. Tehran, Iran — Top official of the Hamas movement Khaled Mashal has strongly rejected calls for disarmament of Gaza, describing them as a step toward facilitating the annihilation and genocide of Palestinians. Hamas resistance . . . |
(2026-02-10). Azerbaijan: Unlawfully detained women journalists face sexual violence amidst on-going crackdown on civil society. fidh.org The undersigned organisations, including the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, a partnership of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), express their serious concern regarding the recent letter of Azerbaijani journalist Aysel Umudova sent to media outlets from Baku Pre-trial Investigation Facility, in which she has reported being subjected to sexual harassment and ill-treatment by police officers during (…) | – |
(2026-02-10). Cuba denounces U.S. aggressive escalation in Geneva. radiohc.cu Cuba denounced on Monday at the organizational meeting of the 61st session of the Human Rights Council the unprecedented escalation of aggression by the United States against the Caribbean nation. | Cuba's Representative, Roberto Cabañas, stated in his address that this aggression is "aimed at ruthlessly punishing our entire population, in flagrant violation of their human rights." | The Cuban diplomat also stated that Washington is going so far as to threaten countries that supply oil to Cuba with trade tariffs. With this, he added, "they intend to make the international community complicit in an energy blockade…
(2026-02-10). INTERNSHIP AT THE BUSINESS, HUMAN RIGHTS AND ENVIRONMENT DESK – 6 MONTHS. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-02-10). A Fractured Polity And A Flawed Civic Sphere: Can Civil Society Lead Bangladesh Forward? OpEd. eurasiareview.com Bangladesh stands at a rare and delicate historical juncture. After years marked by heavyhanded governance, systemic corruption, and widespread humanrights abuses, the political order that dominated national life for more than a decade has finally collapsed under the weight of its own excesses. Numerous Bangladeshis experienced suffering that cannot be easily erased: extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, arbitrary arrests, political intimidation, and the dismantling of institutional checks on executive authority. The state's sovereignty and dignity suffered further from deeply unpopular policies tha…
(2026-02-10). Madison, Feb. 19, 2026: Protective Presence in the West Bank: A Panel With Three Volunteers. wibailoutpeople.org 
Thursday, February 19: Protective Presence in the West Bank: A Panel With Three Volunteers Christ Presbyterian Church, 944 E. Gorham Street, Madison7 pm Jewish Voice for Peace Madison invites you to a panel with three people who returned recently from standing with Palestinians and documenting human rights violations and land grabs by Israeli settlers and soldiers. …
(2026-02-10). Global Palestine Rises To Defeat Global Israel. popularresistance.org The key to developing a good strategy is knowing your enemy. Friday's actions were important precisely that because they stem from a clear understanding of how Zionist imperialism works. Some years ago Palestinian scholar Magid Shihade introduced the concept of Global Israel. One key element of his multifaceted theory is that that in order to maintain its genocidal project in Palestine, Israel has infringed on the basic human rights of people everywhere, and has worked to prevent nations from exercising their own sovereignty through replicating its settler colonial governance techniques and technologies around th…
(2026-02-10). United Nations treaty on business and human rights: New language is out, but some gaps persist. fidh.org
(2026-02-10). Italy, Hungary's Snub of ICC Arrests Should be a Wake-Up Call for the EU. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni (R) welcomes Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban in Rome, Italy, October 27, 2025. | © 2025 Marco Iacobucci/SOPA Images/Sipa USA via AP Photo…
(2026-02-10). Pezeshkian calls Oman nuclear talks 'last chance' amid deep US-Iran mistrust. hindustantimes.com In Tehran, President Masoud Pezeshkian framed the new Oman nuclear talks as a "very good opportunity" for a fair and mutually acceptable deal, insisting Iran sought its NPT rights on enrichment and the lifting of "unjust sanctions." The Iranian president extended a "hand of friendship" to states ready for sincere cooperation, even as U.S. strike threats and protest unrest had hung in the background. At his side, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi spoke of a "very large wall of mistrust." Were these remarks a last chance at de‚Äëescalation—or a warning before another clash?
(2026-02-10). Sunday 2/22: Immigrant Rights Sunday at La Peña: Day Laborers Speak Out. indybay.org La Peña Cultural Cener | 3105 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley…
(2026-02-10). Video: Australian police attack a boy during pro-Palestinian protest. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A horrific video emerged online showing members of the Australian police attacking a little boy wearing a keffiyeh during a protest against Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to the country.New South Wales Police were seen brutally attacking a teenager wearing a white t-shirt, then dragging him off. The incident angered human rights activists who condemned the act as against people's simplest rights, to protest peacefully.Yesterday, The Guardian reported that the police in Australia used violence and pepper spray to disperse pro-Palestinian protesters who gathered in multiple cities across the coun…
(2026-02-10). Monday 2/9: Webinar: The Attacks on Professional Associations: What to Know and How to Respond. indybay.org Zoom | us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_P-ry……
(2026-02-10). Chinese regulator summons Amap's ride-hailing service over management issues. ecns.cn To better protect drivers' rights and interests, the talks stressed the need to improve channels for drivers to express concerns, and to respond promptly to complaints and problems reflected by drivers.
(2026-02-10). Kazakhstan: Alarming arbitrary arrest, detention and judicial harassment of 19 human rights activists, including seven-month-pregnant Nazigul Maksutkhan. fidh.org
(2026-02-10). Yemen's sixth government in exile sworn in Riyadh. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Yemen's newly formed government, the sixth to operate from exile in just over a decade, was sworn in on Monday at the Yemeni embassy in Saudi Arabia, underscoring both a political reset and the deepening crisis of legitimacy facing the internationally recognized authorities.The new cabinet, led by Prime Minister Shaia'a al-Zandani, is the largest in Yemen's modern history, comprising 35 ministers drawn from a range of anti-Houthi factions broadly aligned with Saudi Arabia. While presented as inclusive, the lineup excludes representation from Hajjah, Al-Mahweet, and Al-Jaouf governorates, highlighting pe…
(2026-02-10). Afghanistan: Unending Desolation Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Sanchita Bhattacharya | Afghanistan remains trapped in a deep and layered crisis, marked by persistent armed resistance, extremist violence, political fragility, the collapse of law and order, and systematic institutional repression. Nearly four years after the Taliban re-captured Kabul on August 15, 2021, their military victory has failed to translate into legitimacy, recovery, or social stability. | On July 8, 2025, the Pre-Trial Chamber II of the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued warrants of arrest against Taliban Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada and Chief Justice Abdul Hakim Haqqani. The war…
(2026-02-10). Why Russia and China should step up the defense of Cuba. thealtworld.com How much aggression is Moscow and Beijing going to let the American psycho regime get away with before it's too late? | The Trump regime has escalated the decades-long illegal U.S. embargo on Cuba to a full-on economic war. The Caribbean island nation of 11 million, in the midst of recovering from a hurricane disaster just three months ago, is facing an existential crisis due to a fuel blockade after Trump announced a total cut-off in oil shipments. | Yet the American thug has perversely declared Cuba a "threat to U.S. national security," thereby giving himself license to impose genocidal suffering. | Washington…
(2026-02-10). Race, Capital, and Minneapolis. counterpunch.org 
As George Floyd calls out for his mother, we see a crisis of overproduction. This brutal murder by the state can tell us something, not about Floyd himself, who every political actor co-opts for their own agenda, and thus murders an innocent man all over again, but rather about capitalism. For the right, Floyd is
(2026-02-10). UK PM Starmer defies pressure as allies rally during premiership crisis. geo.tv 
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer adjusts his glasses as he waits to deliver his speech at Horntye Park Sports Complex in St Leonards, Britain, February 05, 2026. — Reuters PM says he will not 'walk away' from his mandate.His two senior aides resign within days over…
(2026-02-10). Cuba warns airlines it's almost out of fuel as US blockade deepens energy crisis. scmp.com Cuban aviation officials have warned airlines that there is not enough fuel for planes to refuel on the island, the latest step in its moves to ration energy as the Trump administration cuts the Caribbean nation off from its fuel resources. | The government of Cuba published the notices to airlines and pilots on Sunday night, warning that jet fuel would not be available at nine airports across the island, including Jose Marti International Airport in Havana, starting on Tuesday and continuing…
(2010-02-26). Pakistan Army's 19-nation patrolling exercise concludes at Kharian. tribune.com.pk 
The 9th International Pakistan Army Team Spirit (PATS) Competition concluded at Kharian on February 9, 2026, the military's media wing Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Tuesday. | According to ISPR, the closing ceremony was attended by the Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces (COAS & CDF), Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, as the chief guest. | The Team Spirit Competition is a 60-hour-long patrolling exercise designed to enhance professional military skills through the exchange of innovative ideas, tactical experiences, and best practices among participating teams, the statement said. Cond…
(2026-02-10). Vitebsk paratrooper brigade on alert as part of Belarusian army's snap inspection. eng.belta.by BelTA reported earlier that the large-scale inspection of the Armed Forces authorized by the head of state began on 16 January. The commander-in-chief closely follows its progress.
(2026-02-10). Raids and Arrests: Israeli Occupation Forces Storm West Bank Towns as Settlers Launch Attacks. english.almanar.com.lb Israeli occupation forces conducted raids and arrests in multiple areas of the West Bank, while settlers carried out attacks near occupied Jerusalem. On Tuesday, occupation forces entered the city of Qalqilya from its eastern entrance and deployed in several neighborhoods, including al-Naqqar and al-Qur'an. In Jenin, forces raided the al-Marah neighborhood and arrested Mu'taz Alawneh. …
(2026-02-10). Special forces unit in Brest on heightened alert as part of combat readiness inspection. eng.belta.by In particular, the military personnel will have to demonstrate their ability to shoot all kinds of weapons and will have to pass endurance and strength tests. Valery Bulygo, commanding officer of the 38th brigade, has given instructions to unit commanders regarding consequent fulfillment of assigned missions.
(2026-02-10). US seizes Venezuelan-linked tanker in Indian Ocean. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- US military forces have boarded the Panama-flagged Suezmax oil tanker Aquila II in the Indian Ocean after a transoceanic pursuit from the Caribbean, part of an intensifying campaign to enforce sanctions on Venezuelan oil and disrupt the so-called "shadow fleet" of sanctioned tankers.Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the interdiction on February 9 occurred "without incident" and underscored the United States' determination to uphold its sanctions. "It ran, and we followed," Hegseth said.The Aquila II, carrying roughly 700,000 barrels of heavy crude bound for China, had been under multiple sanctions for…
(2026-02-10). Volfovich: Several military units placed on alert as part of army inspection. eng.belta.by Several military units have been placed on alert as part of an Armed Forces inspection conducted at the president's instruction, State Secretary of the Security Council Aleksandr Volfovich told journalists.
(2026-02-10). Assault on Sovereignty: Israeli Attacks Persist amid Official Government Silence. english.almanar.com.lb Israeli occupation forces continue their attacks on Lebanon amid official government silence. This morning, Israeli warplanes dropped four stun grenades on the town of Aita al-Shaab, in a clear violation of Lebanese sovereignty. Al-Manar's correspondent reported that the outskirts of the town of Al-Dhahira also came under bursts of machine-gun fire from enemy border positions. …
(2026-02-10). Lukashenko: Belarus must have its own production of standard ammunition by year's end. eng.belta.by Belarus should establish its own production of conventional ammunition by the end of the year, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at a closed-door meeting on equipping the Armed Forces and developing the country's defense industry.
(2026-02-10). Costa Rica Deepens Alignment With US-Backed Right-Wing Forces. popularresistance.org Costa Rica held elections on February 1, 2026, and right-wing presidential candidate Laura Fernández Delgado won decisively, exceeding the 40% threshold required to avoid a runoff. | Fernández's campaign was run almost entirely on one promise: continuing what incumbent President Rodrigo Chaves started back in 2022. | Just a few days after the electoral authorities declared her the winner, Chaves appointed Fernández as his new minister of the presidency, reinforcing the idea that the newly elected government will be a continuation of the previous one.
(2026-02-10). US Launches Another Airstrike in Somalia as Trump Continues Heavy Bombing Campaign. news.antiwar.com US Africa Command announced on Monday that its forces launched another airstrike in Somalia as the Trump administration continues bombing the country at a record pace. AFRICOM said in a press release that the strike occurred on February 3 and targeted the ISIS affiliate in Somalia's northeastern Puntland region, about 25 miles to the southeast …
(2026-02-10). Concerns raised over illegal mining activities in Bekkersdal. sanews.gov.za Concerns raised over illegal mining activities in Bekkersdal | The Gauteng Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has condemned the "escalating activities of illegal mining" in Bekkersdal. | "The [committee] expresses its deep concern and unequivocal condemnation of the escalating activities of illegal mining in the Bekkersdal community, which have plunged the area into lawlessness, violence and fear. | "The committee is gravely disturbed by the unacceptable and violent nature of crimes linked to illegal mining. In December last year, a mass shooting at an illegal tavern in Bekkersdal le…
(2026-02-10). Jochen Hellbeck's "World Enemy Number 1, Nazi Germany, Soviet Russia, and the Fate of the Jews" wsws.org With great empathy for the Soviet people, the German-American historian Jochen Hellbeck deliberately opposes the efforts to minimize the crimes of Nazism and the decisive contribution of the Red Army and the Soviet people to the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II. Central to Hellbeck's analysis is the link between Nazi anti-Semitism and anti-Communism.
(2026-02-10). Syria: ICRC concerned over worsening humanitarian situation. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). 'Evil deeds': Hong Kong leader praises lengthy jail sentence for Jimmy Lai. aljazeera.com US, UK officials call for Jimmy Lai's release on 'humanitarian' grounds due to his age and health.
(2026-02-10). If Trump Wants Middle East Kudos, He's Gotta Get More Aid into Gaza. counterpunch.org 
Donald Trump may be able to claim credit for opening the Rafah crossing from Gaza into Egypt — thus allowing potentially thousands of Palestinians desperately seeking medical care to leave to get it — but if he wants kudos for his Gaza policies, this is not enough. When the crossing opened February2, Israel only allowed
(2026-02-10). Cuban President Díaz-Canel thanks Mexico for its help. radiohc.cu Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel thanked Mexico for sending more than 814 tons of humanitarian aid, amid the tightening of the US blockade against the Caribbean nation. | Díaz-Canel expressed his deep gratitude, highlighting the warmth and historical affection that unites both nations. The Cuban president appreciated Mexico's support at a time when intensifying external pressures are seeking to strangle the island's economy. | The Cuban leader emphasized that this solidarity comes in a critical context of shortages, reaffirming that Mexican support represents significant relief for Cuban families enduring the im…
(2026-02-10). "You can't strangle a people like this" : Mexico will send more humanitarian aid to Cuba in the face of U.S. energy blockade. radiohc.cu Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reaffirmed on Monday her nation's unwavering commitment to the sovereignty of nations by confirming that the delivery of humanitarian assistance to Cuba will continue. | In a press conference during her usual morning briefing, the president emphasized that the Mexican people have always been characterized by their fraternity, assuring that her administration cannot remain indifferent to the extreme difficulties currently facing the Cuban population. | The confirmation of the continued delivery of humanitarian aid to the Caribbean island comes after two ships departed from the p…
(2026-02-10). ICRC president: States must harness momentum to improve Gaza's dire humanitarian situation in next phase of ceasefire. icrc.org The following is a quote attributable to ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the urgent need to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
(2026-02-10). ICRC President: Respect for international humanitarian law preserves pathways back to peace. icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross: Maastricht Die Natalis — Honorary Doctorate Ceremony…
(2026-02-10). The Struggle Against The Monroe Doctrine Goes On. popularresistance.org Donald Trump's order that the US military attack Venezuela on January 3 2026 led to heavy bombardment of four cities (Caracas, Miranda, La Guaira and Maracay), focusing on military and civilian targets, leading to the violent kidnapping of President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, both of whom were taken prisoner and flown to New York City. | The US government's narrative to justify this blatant violation of international law evolved from bogus charges about the Venezuelan government being responsible for "drug-trafficking" and "narco-terrorism," attempting to obscure the real objective: taking possess…
(2026-02-10). Syria: After The Earthquake. eurasiareview.com By Thanaa Jebbi | Nearly three years after the devastating earthquakes of February 2023, recovery in Syria remains slow, uneven, and deeply shaped by political and structural constraints. | While the disaster affected large parts of northern Syria including Jindiris, Afrin, Aleppo, Idlib, and the coastal areas, response and reconstruction pathways have diverged sharply across borders and governance contexts. In north west Syria in particular, survivors continue to live with the long-term consequences of delayed aid, limited reconstruction and prolonged displacement. | Survivors have drawn stark comparisons bet…
(2026-02-10). American 'Chip Diplomacy': The Caucasus, The Balkans, Eastern Europe And The Middle East In The Eurasian Context Analysis. eurasiareview.com In the 21st century, the United States foreign policy is undergoing a profound transformation, with technology emerging as a key instrument of strategic engagement. Artificial intelligence, advanced semiconductors and control over critical technological supply chains have transcended their roles as economic drivers to become cornerstones of national security, global influence, and the enduring stability of the international order. | President Donald Trump underscores that the United States leverages technological superiority not only as an economic asset but also as a powerful tool of diplomacy and geopolitica…
(2026-02-10). Rusia reafirma solidaridad con los pueblos de Venezuela y Cuba. radiohc.cu El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Rusia, Serguéi Lavrov afirmó que ante la presión ejercida por EE.UU. contra Venezuela y Cuba, el país eslavo reitera su apoyo a los pueblos de las naciones latinoamericanas. | En un videomensaje con motivo del Día del Trabajador Diplomático (10 de febrero), el canciller destacó la atención central de Moscú hacia ´la lucha contra cualquier práctica neocolonial: desde medidas coercitivas unilaterales hasta intervenciones militares ª.En este contexto, reafirmamos nuestra solidaridad con los pueblos de Venezuela y Cuba, Estamos convencidos de que solo ellos pueden d…
(2026-02-10). Eau Claire, Janesville, Madison Feb. 22, 2026: Support Union Letter Carriers Fighting for a Just Contract! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-02-10). Zelensky says peace hinges on security guarantees against future Russian attacks. hindustantimes.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, in his latest war address, said Ukraine is preparing for major international meetings on defense and security in both Europe and the United States, stressing that peace is only possible with firm, tangible security guarantees to stop future Russian attacks and hybrid operations. He emphasized that all of Europe now understands the threat of Russian interference, missiles, drones, and destabilization, called the security-guarantee documents ready, and thanked global partners for their support, declaring there is no alternative to security, peace, or rebuilding Ukraine. Watch…
(2026-02-10). Somalia, Saudi Arabia sign agreement on military cooperation. aljazeera.com The MOU comes as Somalia seeks regional support against Israel's recognition of the breakaway region of Somaliland.
(2026-02-10). DWP tries to make screwing disabled UC claimants sound like a good thing. thecanary.co 
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) propaganda machine is working at top speed again. This time by making cuts to benefits sound like it's for disabled people's own good. The DWP released a shiny new press release bragging about how they plan to reform welfare to "support people into work". DWP cutting UC health […] | By
(2026-02-10). Weather Service monitors tropical storm Gezani. sanews.gov.za Weather Service monitors tropical storm Gezani | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is closely monitoring a moderate tropical storm named Gezani, currently located over the south-west Indian Ocean to the east of Madagascar. | At present, there is no indication of any direct threat to South Africa. | "Gezani is currently moving westward under favourable environmental conditions, and forecast guidance indicates that landfall over eastern Madagascar is likely on Tuesday. | "As the system approaches Madagascar, environmental conditions may support further intensification, and Gezani could strengthen into a tro…
(2026-02-10). Police rampage against Sydney protest opposing Israeli president's Australian visit. wsws.org The police violence against protesters opposing a war criminal was orchestrated by the Labor governments and then defended by them.
(2026-02-10). Breaking: The Evidence is in: Endangerment Finding was Pre-cooked. wattsupwiththat.com 2009 Obama EPA appointees internally called the Endangerment Finding a "decision ready to go," a "basic fact" and "nothing more than science and common sense"; discussion went straight to timing, suggesting predetermination and a sham notice-and-comment rule making process…