(2026-02-11). Zelensky orders sweeping military overhaul as Ukraine braces for Russian attacks. hindustantimes.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced a sweeping overhaul of Ukraine's military operations, highlighting urgent changes in air defense, frontline logistics and troop replenishment after a high-level meeting with top commanders and the defense minister. He said air defense in several regions will be "almost completely reorganized," including interceptors, mobile fire groups and short‚Äërange systems, alongside stricter oversight of drones, weapons and personnel on the front. Zelensky added that the defense minister and military command are drafting concrete measures to "strengthen Uk…
(2026-02-11). Kyiv mayor Klitschko admits rift with Zelensky amid heavy Russian strikes. hindustantimes.com Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko has stunned UK lawmakers by openly admitting deep divisions between Ukraine's local leadership and President Volodymyr Zelensky's central government. Speaking during a videocall session, Klitschko said the relationship between city authorities and the national leadership is far from easy, echoing frustrations shared by many mayors across Ukraine. His blunt remarks come as Russia's relentless missile and drone strikes continue to pressure Ukraine's air defenses, triggering public blame games over responsibility and shortages. Klitschko insisted he is not responsible for air defense fail…
(2026-02-11). Hungary says EU blocked Trump's Ukraine peace deal by steering Zelensky to DC. hindustantimes.com Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has accused the European Union of undermining U.S. President Donald Trump's attempts to broker peace in Ukraine, saying the bloc has "isolated itself" and lost influence in global politics and the world economy. In a strongly worded statement, Szijjarto alleged that EU leaders effectively tried to block a potential peace deal by escorting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to Washington to ensure no agreement was reached. He argued that, had European leaders not acted this way, peace in Ukraine "could have already been established," and contrasted their approach with…
(2026-02-11). Trump's aide Howard Lutnick defends 2012 visit to Epstein's island | US Senate. hindustantimes.com US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick defended his 2012 visit to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's private island on Tuesday, insisting the encounter lasted 'just an hour' and took place during a family holiday. The hearing, led by Senator Chris Van Hollen, scrutinised Lutnick's previous statements that he had cut off all contact with Epstein after meeting him in 2005. Lutnick emphasised that over 14 years, he had met Epstein only two or three times, and never again after that December 2012 lunch. "Probably the total — and you've seen all of these millions and millions of documents — there may b…
(2011-02-26). Dar discusses regional tensions with Turkey, Iran FMs amid US-Iran strain. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held separate telephone conversations with the foreign ministers of Turkey and Iran on Wednesday, as tensions simmer over Iran's nuclear programme. | In a call with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, the two leaders discussed regional and international developments and matters of mutual interest. They agreed to maintain close coordination on shared priorities. | Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 held a telephone conversation with Foreign Minister of Türkiye Hakan Fidan @HakanFidan. | The two leaders exchan…
(2026-02-11). What's Up With Trump's Crazy "Windmill" Hate? counterpunch.org 
It is clear Donald Trump has no interest in encouraging dialogue, easing tensions, or de-escalating conflict. The evidence is plentiful from Greenland and NATO to Minneapolis and basic human rights for all. His "windmill" rants are another level of bombast: deranged, spiteful, and anti-science, embarrassing the United States, raising consumer energy prices, and derailing clean-energy
(2026-02-11). On the Assassination of Saif Al-Islam Qaddafi: Another Tale of Imperialist Treason. orinocotribune.com By Essam Elkorghli — Feb 7, 2026 | The son of President Muammar Qaddaffi, Saif Qaddafi, was assassinated on Feb. 3 by local forces, some of whom contributed to the destruction of a flourishing Libya. A background to the murder and Libya's struggles for reconstruction. | In 2011, as NATO was bombing Libya, the son of Muammar Qaddafi, Saif Al-Islam Qaddafi (hereafter, Saif), told a reporter that they would fight NATO. He was then pressed by the reporter on what plans they have for that. Saif said: "We have Plan A, Plan B and Plan C. Plan A is to live and die in Libya. Plan B is to live and die in Libya. Plan C…
(2026-02-11). Breaking news: Mohammed Khatib ordered released by Administrative Court; ban from Greece remains in place. samidoun.net 
On the morning of 11 February 2026, the Administrative Court of the First Instance in Heraklion, Crete, ordered Mohammed Khatib, Europe coordinator of Samidoun, released from detention and to "self-deport" to Belgium in the coming days. This is an important achievement for him, his lawyers and the many groups supporting him, as it was clear …
(2026-02-11). Presidente Gustavo Petro denuncia intento de magnicidio en su contra. cubadebate.cu El presidente de Colombia, Gustavo Petro, escapó de un intento de asesinato cuando volaba en un helicóptero, tras meses de advertencias sobre planes de narcotraficantes para matarlo. El mandatario sostuvo que la noche del lunes no pudo aterrizar en el departamento de Córdoba, debido a que "iban a disparar a la aeronave" en la que se transportaba.