Thursday, February 12, 2026

India’s $500 Billion U.S. Import Target Faces Skepticism, Even as Trump Calls Deal “Historic”

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India's ambitious goal to import $500 billion in U.S. goods under a new bilateral trade framework is drawing caution from economists and industry observers even as U.S. President Donald Trump has described the agreement as a "historic milestone" in economic ties.

Kshitij Nagar reports from New Delhi.


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NATO defense ministers meet to discuss Ukraine and Arctic

The United Kingdom has pledged more than half a billion dollars in air
defenses for Ukraine.

The announcement comes as NATO defense ministers are meeting in
Brussels with support for Kyiv a major item on the agenda.

Overnight Russia fired another major barrage of missiles overnight
leaving thousands without power.

William Denselow reports from NATO headquarters in the Belgian capital.

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Pakistan’s top court directs a thorough medical check up for ex PM Imran Khan

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Pakistan's top court has ordered the formation of a medical board to examine the health of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan.

The move comes amid concerns raised by his family and party over his alleged deteriorating condition and inhumane treatment in prison.

Khan has been in jail since 2023 on corruption charges which he says are politically motivated.

Hira Mustafa has more.

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STARMER URGES MAN UNITED OWNER TO APOLOGISE OVER IMMIGRATION COMMENTS

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is urging the Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe to apologise for comments about immigration.

The billionaire said in an interview that "the UK has been colonised by immigrants".

Downing Street says the remarks "play into the hands of those who want to divide our country".

Labour MP Florence Eshalomi says the comments were wrong.

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India watches as Bangladesh votes in landmark elections

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India is watching closely as neighbouring Bangladesh goes to the polls today - its first national election since Sheikh Hasina was ousted in 2024.

Analysts say the result could reshape New Delhi's security and economic interests across the eastern subcontinent.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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India's oil minister denies any wrongdoing in Epstein connection

India's oil minister Hardeep Singh Puri said he met the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein - but he denies any link to any wrongdoings or crimes.

This came in response to questions posed by India's opposition in Parliament.

Rebecca Bundhun has more from Mumbai.

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Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Republicans join Democrats to rebuke Trump’s Tariffs on Canada

US lawmakers have voted to terminate President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canada - with six Republicans joining Democrats in the House of Representatives. The resolution passed 219 to 211 - sending the bill to the Senate where a similar measure passed last year. Toni Waterman has more.

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​Netanyahu leaves White House empty handed after Trump meeting on Iran

President Donald Trump says "nothing definitive" came from his meeting with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the topic of Iran. The two leaders met at the White House on Wednesday, with Israel pressing the US to consider its demands in the negotiations with Tehran - its sworn enemy. Toni Waterman has more from Washington.

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NATO launches Arctic Sentry

NATO has announced that it's begun its mission in the Arctic region in
an effort to combat perceived threats posed by Russia and China.

The move comes in the wake of President Donald Trump's claims that the
U.S. needs the Danish territory of Greenland for nationals security
purposes.

William Denselow reports from NATO headquarters in Brussels.

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US to send 200 troops to Nigeria to help fight insurgency

The United States says it will send 200 troops to Nigeria to help in
the country's fight against insurgency.

It comes amid repeated claims by the Trump administration that Nigeria
is unable to stop the killing of Christians in the country.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Carney: “nation mourns with you” following mass shooting

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has spoken tearfully following the
deaths of nine people in a mass shooting in western Canada.

He told the people of the small town of Tumbler Ridge the "nation
mourns with you".

Carney cancelled a trip to the Munich security conference following
the shooting.

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US Jobs Surge Past Expectations as Unemployment Falls to 4.3%

The US economy added far more jobs than expected in January, a sign that the Federal Reserve's attempts to stimulate job growth by cutting rates may be working.

Mitch McCann has the numbers from New York.

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9 KILLED IN CANADA SHOOTING

Nine people have died in a shooting at a school and a nearby home in western Canada.

Officials say more than 25 people were injured in the attack in Tumbler Ridge in British Columbia.

Canada's prime minister Mark Carney's has cancelled a trip to the Munich security conference following the shooting.

Vancouver journalist Srushti Gangdev says details remain limited on the suspect, whose body was found at the school.

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Nina Krieger is the province's minister of public safety.

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Netanyahu expected to push for widened Iran talks in meeting with Trump

Prime Minister Netanyahu is expected to push for wider negotiations with Iran that go beyond the country's nuclear program when he meets President Trump in Washington on Wednesday

 

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv

 

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India in Talks on Critical Minerals Deals with Brazil, Canada, France and Netherlands

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India is advancing talks with several countries to secure long-term supplies of critical minerals used in electric vehicles, batteries and high-tech industries. Officials say these negotiations aim to reduce dependence on China and strengthen India's position in strategic supply chains.

Kshitij Nagar reports from New Delhi.


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India tightens rules on social media companies over AI deepfake concerns

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India is rolling out new rules requiring social media companies to take down what it calls illegal and harmful content in under three hours.

The new rules also require companies to remove AI generated deep fakes in under two hours - fuelling concerns about passive censorship among activists.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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China lashes out at UK expansion of visa scheme following Jimmy Lai conviction

INTRO: China has lashed out at the United Kingdom's decision to expand a visa program for Hong Kong residents, calling it "despicable."

Britain made the announcement following the sentencing of pro-democracy media mogul Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison under a national security law. Laura Westbrook reports.

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Tuesday, February 10, 2026

US Commerce Secretary denies Epstein relationship despite 2012 island visit

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has confirmed he visited sex
offender Jeffrey Epstein's island with his family in 2012.

Last year Lutnick said he only met Epstein once, in 2005, shortly
after Epstein became his neighbor in New York.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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White House defends Trump Canada bridge attack

The White House has defended US President Donald Trump's threat to
block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting
Ontario with Michigan.

Trump has told Canada his administration needs to be "fully
compensated for everything", despite both countries co-owning the
bridge.

Nick Harper reports from Washington on the White House press secretary
Karoline Leavitt's comments.

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New surveillance video shows masked man outside Nancy Guthrie's home

The FBI has released new images and video in the suspected kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of television presenter Savannah Guthrie.


The footage shows a masked, armed man outside the 84-year-old woman's door on the night she disappeared 10 days ago.


Ira Spitzer reports.


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