geopolitics News & Analysis

February 17, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

Ukraine's Ex-Energy Minister Faces Major Money Laundering Allegations

Ukraine's former energy minister is embroiled in a money laundering scandal, allegedly funneling millions into foreign accounts, according to prosecutors.

#Ukraine #corruption #energy

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Desperate Conditions in Gaza: Displaced Face Rats and Shells

Al Jazeera

February 16, 2026

Desperate Conditions in Gaza: Displaced Face Rats and Shells

In Gaza, displaced Palestinians endure hazardous living conditions amidst landfills, confronting rats, disease, and unexploded munitions.

#Gaza #displacement #humanitarian crisis

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Israeli Police Clash with Ultra-Orthodox Over Military Enlistment

Al Jazeera

February 16, 2026

Israeli Police Clash with Ultra-Orthodox Over Military Enlistment

Tension escalates as Israeli police confront ultra-Orthodox men protesting military enlistment, exposing deep societal rifts.

#Israel #geopolitics #ultra-Orthodox

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Orban: EU Poses Greater Threat to Hungary Than Russia

Deutsche Welle

February 16, 2026

Orban: EU Poses Greater Threat to Hungary Than Russia

Viktor Orban claims EU interference is a bigger threat than Russia, amid electoral challenges.

#Viktor Orban #EU #Hungary politics

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Israel Pushes US for Maximum Pressure on Iran Amid Tensions

BBC

February 16, 2026

Israel Pushes US for Maximum Pressure on Iran Amid Tensions

Israel's Netanyahu promotes US strikes on Iran, eyeing regime change amid rising tensions, amid reliance on Trump's support.

#Israel #Iran #Netanyahu

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Can Tarique Rahman Transform Bangladesh Post-Electoral Victory?

BBC

February 16, 2026

Can Tarique Rahman Transform Bangladesh Post-Electoral Victory?

Tarique Rahman, poised to lead Bangladesh, faces the challenge of bringing change following a landslide election victory post-mass protests.

#Bangladesh #Tarique Rahman #politics

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Islamist Party's Breakthrough Jolts Bangladesh's Political Scene

The New York Times

February 16, 2026

Islamist Party's Breakthrough Jolts Bangladesh's Political Scene

A major win for an Islamist party shifts Bangladesh's political balance, raising questions about future governance under Islamic law.

#Bangladesh #politics #Islamist party

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Russia Tightens Control: YouTube, WhatsApp Now Blocked

Deutsche Welle

February 16, 2026

Russia Tightens Control: YouTube, WhatsApp Now Blocked

As Russia blocks YouTube and WhatsApp, users seek alternatives amidst increasing internet censorship. The move raises global concerns over digital freedom.