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World

February 19, 2026

South Korean ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol sentenced to life in prison

South Korean former President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to life in prison for causing insurrection through the declaration of martial law in 2024

Yoon Suk Yeol
February 18, 2026

Eight killed in Lake Tahoe avalanche

The deaths made the incident the most deadly avalanche in California history. 

Lake Tahoe
February 18, 2026

Nine skiers still missing after Lake Tahoe avalanche

The incident occurred around 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday near Lake Tahoe.

Lake Tahoe
February 18, 2026

Military says Israeli soldier murdered in southern Gaza

Israeli fire has killed at least 603 people in Gaza since the ceasefire began.

Israel flag
February 18, 2026

Trilateral talks on Ukraine ends in Geneva

Russian presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky told reporters that the second day of talks lasted about two hours.

Ukraine Flag
February 18, 2026

Afghan police arrest 123 in anti-drug operations, seize 50,000 stimulants

Authorities said they recovered more than 2,000 intoxicating tablets.

Afghanistan
February 18, 2026

Five people injured in New York church explosion

An explosion has heavily damaged a church in upstate New York, leaving five people injured, New York State Police have said.

: New York church explosion
February 18, 2026

Iran, Russia vow to strengthen economic ties

Iran and Russia, both facing extensive U.S. sanctions, have recently strengthened their political and economic ties to counter Western pressure.

RUSSIAN OFFICIALS
February 18, 2026

Pakistan: Eight terrorists killed in police operation

An exchange of fire ensued during the raid, resulting in the deaths of eight suspected terrorists.

Pakistani police officers
February 18, 2026

India’s maritime power on display as global navies gather in Vizag

India previously hosted the event in Mumbai in 2001 and in Visakhapatnam in 2016.

Indian navy