Ukraine's President Volodmyr Zelenskyy says that the United States
will take primary responsibility for monitoring any potential
ceasefire in the country.
Kyiv says this development follows the latest round of trilateral
talks held in Geneva, Switzerland, last week.
William Denselow reports from the Ukrainian capital.
IN: "Both the Russian …"
OUT: The Kremlin denies
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Friday, February 20, 2026
US economy cools as shutdown weighs on growth
The US economy slowed sharply at the end of the year, as a 6-week government shutdown weighed on growth despite increased consumer spending and continued investment in artificial intelligence.
The 2.2% growth rate for the year is the slowest pace sinve 2022.
Ira Spitzer reports.
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Supreme Court strikes down Trump's tariffs
The US Supreme Court has ruled that President Trump's sweeping tariffs on global trading partners are illegal.
In a 6-3 ruling, the court determined that the tariffs didn't have the proper authorization from congress.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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DUR: 59
Tight security planned in France at rally for right-wing activist killed in attack
Tight security is planned at a rally for a right-wing activist who was killed in an attack in the French city of Lyon earlier in February.
Quentin Deranque (PRON: Con-tin Der-onk) died after sustaining a severe brain injury when he was attacked on the sidelines of a far-right protest against a left-wing politician.
Ross Cullen reports.
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DUR: 0:39
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IMF delegation to visit Pakistan next week
Intro:
An International Monetary Fund delegation will visit Pakistan next week to review economic progress under the global lender's $7 billion programme.
The South Asian nation has taken more than 20 IMF loans since 1958 and is currently its fifth-largest debtor.
Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad.
The South Asian nation has taken more than 20 IMF loans since 1958 and is currently its fifth-largest debtor.
Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad.
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European spy chiefs downplay Russia peace aspirations
According to the Reuters news agency European intelligence chiefs
believe Russia isn't interested in a quick resolution to the war in
Ukraine.
Another round of peace talks took place earlier this week and
Ukraine's president has accused Moscow of delaying tactics.
William Denselow reports from Kyiv.
IN: "Reuters reports that…"
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believe Russia isn't interested in a quick resolution to the war in
Ukraine.
Another round of peace talks took place earlier this week and
Ukraine's president has accused Moscow of delaying tactics.
William Denselow reports from Kyiv.
IN: "Reuters reports that…"
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More countries join international force for Gaza as police to be tasked with disarmament
Important announcements on the disarmament of Hamas and the composition of the international stabilization force meant to secure Gaza were made at the inaugural meeting of President Trump's Board of Peace
Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv
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POLICE SEARCHES OVER ANDREW EPSTEIN LINKS CONTINUE
Police are continuing searches at Andrew Mountbatten Windsor's former home, after he was released from custody.
King Charles's brother was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
He's been released 'under investigation', over allegations he shared information with convicted offender Jeffrey Epstein when Andrew was a UK trade envoy.
He has always denied wrongdoing.
There are some calls for King Charles to go further with public comments on the issue than a statement released after Andrew's arrest, but Constitutional Expert Dr Craig Prescott thinks that would be premature.
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OUT: ...advising him."
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Former Met Police Detective Shabnam Chaudri says the searches of two properties by officers will be important in the investigation.
IN: "So they…
OUT: ...all sorts."
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ALT:
Crime journalist Andy Hughes says the alleged offence is difficult for police to investigate.
IN: "It's…
OUT: ...justification."
DUR: 45 secs
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King Charles's brother was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
He's been released 'under investigation', over allegations he shared information with convicted offender Jeffrey Epstein when Andrew was a UK trade envoy.
He has always denied wrongdoing.
There are some calls for King Charles to go further with public comments on the issue than a statement released after Andrew's arrest, but Constitutional Expert Dr Craig Prescott thinks that would be premature.
IN: "If you…
OUT: ...advising him."
DUR: 22 secs
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ALT:
Former Met Police Detective Shabnam Chaudri says the searches of two properties by officers will be important in the investigation.
IN: "So they…
OUT: ...all sorts."
DUR: 18 secs
http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0220andrew-chaudri1.mp3
ALT:
Crime journalist Andy Hughes says the alleged offence is difficult for police to investigate.
IN: "It's…
OUT: ...justification."
DUR: 45 secs
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India to make Rafale jets with France as defence ties expand
India and France plan to co-produce Rafale fighter jets, according to French President Emmanuel Macron.
Macron, during his visit to India this week, reportedly described India's plan to purchase the additional military planes as a "step forward" in defence ties between the two countries.
Rebecca Bundhun has more from Mumbai.
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India joins US-lead "safe" AI infrastructure initiative Pax Silica
Intro:
India has joined the US led AI infrastructure initiative called Pax Silica - which is widely seen as a countermeasure to China's dominance over supply of key materials used in the industry.
It comes as top US tech companies such as Open AI, Anthropic and Google have pledged to invest billions of dollars in India during the ongoing AI Impact Summit.
Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.
IN: India joined...
India has joined the US led AI infrastructure initiative called Pax Silica - which is widely seen as a countermeasure to China's dominance over supply of key materials used in the industry.
It comes as top US tech companies such as Open AI, Anthropic and Google have pledged to invest billions of dollars in India during the ongoing AI Impact Summit.
Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.
IN: India joined...
OUT: SOC
Duration: 40 seconds
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor released over Epstein links
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been released under investigation by
British police on suspicion of misconduct.
The former prince was arrested over his connections to convicted sex
offender Jeffrey Epstein and allegations that he shared confidential
material with the late financier.
Olly Barratt reports from outside Buckingham Palace.
IN: "Andrew..."
OUT: "....case."
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Stuart Smith reports from London.
IN: "The brother..."
OUT: "....on."
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British police on suspicion of misconduct.
The former prince was arrested over his connections to convicted sex
offender Jeffrey Epstein and allegations that he shared confidential
material with the late financier.
Olly Barratt reports from outside Buckingham Palace.
IN: "Andrew..."
OUT: "....case."
DUR: 46 seconds
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Stuart Smith reports from London.
IN: "The brother..."
OUT: "....on."
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Andrew's arrest raises Epstein accountability questions in US
The arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in the United Kingdom has
raised questions of accountability in the United States.
Despite releasing millions of files the US Department of Justice has
ruled out further criminal indictments.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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DUR: 55 seconds
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raised questions of accountability in the United States.
Despite releasing millions of files the US Department of Justice has
ruled out further criminal indictments.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Treacherous conditions complicate recovery efforts following Tahoe avalanche.
Officials in California say rescuers are unable to retrieve the bodies of the eight people killed in an avalanche near Lake Tahoe due to ongoing treacherous conditions.
A ninth person remains unaccounted for and is presumed to he dead.
Ira Spitzer reports.
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POT: 29
Trump pledges $10bn to Board of Peace meeting in inaugural meeting; will decide on Iran strikes in next 10 days
US President Donald Trump has pledged the US will commit $10 billion to his Board of Peace, the body set up to facilitate the security and redevelopment of the Gaza Strip.
Dozens of world leaders gathered in Washington for the organisation's inaugural meeting but several countries, including many U.S. allies, declined to participate.
Mr. Trump also teased the possibility of military action against Iran "over the next 10 days.
Kate fisher reports from Washington
IN: the US will be
OUT: they don't
DUR: 48
France dealing with record-breaking deadly floods
Three people have died in France after rivers burst banks and flooded towns and villages across the country.
The record-breaking floods occurred after 36 consecutive days of rain.
Ross Cullen reports from Paris.
IN: "France's national…"
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DUR: 0:40
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Arrested
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew of the British Royal Family, has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
It relates to his time as trade envoy, and the alleged sharing of confidential material with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
He has not been charged, and has long denied any wrongdoing.
Olly Barratt reports.
IN: "What police are…"
OUT: "...the appropriate time."
DUR: 0:55
Russia's Foreign Minister warns against any new strikes on Iran
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warned that any new strikes on Iran would have serious consequences. Planning military scenarios around Iran means "playing with fire", the diplomat said, adding they would undermine regional and global security. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.
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DUR: 38sec
Israel said to believe US decision on Iran strikes could come soon
Israeli officials are said to believe that a US decision on whether to strike Iran could come sooner than expected as reports on US military readiness continue to mount
Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv
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UK PLANNING TO FORCE TECH FIRMS TO REMOVE NON-CONSENSUAL CONTENT
Social media sites will have 48 hours to remove intimate images after they're flagged for being shared without consent, under new UK proposals.
The legislation would see tech platforms that don't comply fined up to 10% of global revenue, or blocked in the UK.
It's being described by Prime Minister Keir Starmer as an 'ongoing battle' his government is waging with tech firms, on behalf of victims.
Minister for Victims & Violence Against Women and Girls, Alex Davies-Jones, says the proposals would have a significant impact.
IN: "This is…
OUT: ...will act."
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The legislation would see tech platforms that don't comply fined up to 10% of global revenue, or blocked in the UK.
It's being described by Prime Minister Keir Starmer as an 'ongoing battle' his government is waging with tech firms, on behalf of victims.
Minister for Victims & Violence Against Women and Girls, Alex Davies-Jones, says the proposals would have a significant impact.
IN: "This is…
OUT: ...will act."
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India's Bharat Petroleum makes first Venezuelan oil purchase - Report
India's Bharat Petroleum has bought Venezuelan crude oil for the first time, news agency Reuters reports.
This comes as India has been under pressure from the US to halt its purchases of oil from Russia.
Rebecca Bundhun has more from Mumbai.
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DUR: 39 secs
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