Cook Islands PM defends signing of wide-ranging deal with China

Mark Brown says Beijing deal that covers trade, investment, oceans, infrastructure and transport complements ties with New Zealand

The Cook Islands says it has signed a deal to expand relations …

Source: The Guardian

Europe grapples over its "collective security" under pressure from Trump

Britain and Sweden have become the first European nations to say they could send troops to help secure Ukraine after an end to the war there.

Source: CBS News

Argentina president faces impeachment calls over crypto crash

Some have accused Javier Milei of performing a "rug pull" after he promoted a virtual coin on social media.

Source: BBC

Jihadist Nemmouche back on trial in France for Islamic State kidnappings

Jihadist Mehdi Nemmouche, who is already serving a life sentence for a anti-Semitic terrorist attack, is back on trial Monday in France. Nemmouche and four others are accused of holding …

Source: France 24

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,089

Here are the key developments on the 1,089th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Source: Al Jazeera

Thousands of people protest in Washington, D.C., and across the U.S. on Presidents Day

The protestors participated in the 50501 Movement, which originated in response to the Trump administration and its efforts to cut government spending. Many chanted "Where is Congress?'"

Source: NPR

Australian captured by Russia says he feels weak and has a broken arm in unverified online video

Video of Oscar Jenkins uploaded to YouTube dated 17 January and appears aimed to counter death rumours

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Source: The Guardian

Mauritius ex-PM bailed after 'suitcases of cash' arrest

Pravind Jugnauth was charged with money laundering, which he denies, following a dramatic arrest.

Source: BBC

Foreign policy expert on possible paths to ending the Ukraine war

Foreign policy expert Angela Stent joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the possible paths to ending the war in Ukraine, looking at what the future holds for the country amid …

Source: CBS News

Watch: Deadly storm hits south-eastern US and Canada

At least ten people have died over the weekend, after a storm hit south-eastern parts of the US.

Source: BBC

Europeans plan for troops to back Ukraine ceasefire — and want U.S. support

The prospect of troops in Ukraine gained traction as Europeans seek a role in talks between the Trump team and Moscow that could shape the continent’s security.

Source: Washington Post

Ukraine updates: UK willing to offer peacekeeping troops

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he was prepared to send British troops to Ukraine as part of any peacekeeping force after the war. Meanwhile, European leaders will meet in …

Source: Deutsche Welle