🗣 Mexico confirms suspension of oil supplies to Cuba

President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed Mexico has "temporarily suspended" crude oil shipments to Cuba to avoid punitive US tariffs.

"It is currently suspended… we are trying to avoid affecting Mexico," she said.

The move comes just one day after Mexico sent over 800 tons of humanitarian aid to the island.

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🔊 US should never face a fair fight — Hegseth

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth outlined the American military creed while speaking to shipbuilders in Maine:

"Our job is to have the backs of those warriors, to ensure that they have everything they need so that they are never in a fair fight."

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📹 Only peoples of Cuba and Venezuela can determine their own destiny — Lavrov

In a statement marking Diplomatic Workers' Day, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov declared Moscow’s solidarity with Cuba and Venezuela.

"The focus remains on countering any neocolonial practices, from unilateral coercive measures to military interventions."

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📑 Israel fears Trump’s 'lightweight' deal will box them in — report

Top Israeli officials are expressing concern over a potential US-Iran nuclear agreement that would address only enrichment levels and not restore full IAEA oversight, according to Ynet.

They warn that the deal will "lock in" Israel’s options and constrain its ability to act independently.

"There’s a real concern this is heading toward a deal that’s bad for us. It’s not just Kushner and Witkoff—there are many players influencing Trump, and the direction is worrying," a senior Israeli official told Ynet.

The report comes as Netanyahu is expected in Washington for a closed-door meeting with Donald Trump.

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🤝 US and Colombia seize 10 tons of cocaine in narco-sub bust

A joint US-Colombian operation intercepted a narco-submarine carrying 10 tons of cocaine valued at $441 million, arresting 4 traffickers, the US Department of State reported.

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🚨🇷🇺 Settlement must take Ukraine's interests into account, but Russia's security is key — Deputy FM

While Ukraine’s interests may be considered, Russia’s own security remains the absolute priority—and that no EU leader has offered guarantees satisfying Moscow, Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko stated.

"This is a key element in reaching an agreement. Without it, no peace treaty is possible," he added.

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🎤 US confirms Rubio will visit to Munich security conference

Secretary of State Marco Rubio will headline the Munich Security Conference before making stops in Bratislava and Budapest to reinforce US commitments in a fracturing Europe, the US Department of State stated.

"During his visit to Budapest, the Secretary will meet with key Hungarian officials to bolster our shared bilateral and regional interests," deputy spokesperson Tommy Pigott added.

The 62nd Munich Security Conference will take place from February 13 to 15, 2026.

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🗣 Trump threatens to block Canada bridge over 'leftovers' deal with China

President Trump erupted on Truth Social, vowing to halt the new Ontario-Michigan bridge until Canada compensates the US and ends "unfair" trade practices.

He asserts that the bridge was built with "virtually no US content, citing an Obama-era waiver.

"On top of everything else, Prime Minister Carney wants to make a deal with China — which will eat Canada alive. We’ll just get the leftovers! ... We will start negotiations, IMMEDIATELY."

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🔊 Epstein scandal could end the British monarchy — US congressman

Ro Khanna, a member of the House Oversight Committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein, has turned scrutiny toward King Charles III, declaring the British monarchy has never been more vulnerable.

Khanna called for the King and Queen to be questioned about what they knew regarding Prince Andrew’s ties to Epstein.

He insisted that merely stripping Andrew of his noscripts is insufficient, and that he must testify before Congress.

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📹 US strikes 'narco-terrorist' vessel in Pacific, kills two

US Southern Command announced a "lethal kinetic strike" on a vessel linked to designated terrorist organizations on known drug trafficking routes in the Eastern Pacific.

One survivor was located and handed over to Search and Rescue.

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🤝 Putin and Trump order diplomats to make relations 'great again' — Diplomat

Alexander Darchiev revealed that both presidents have directed their diplomats to restore bilateral ties and "make Russian-American relations great again."

"Russian and American diplomats serve their countries very professionally and put diplomacy first. This makes it possible to overcome crises and maintain common sense in order to make Russian-American relations great again," Russia's Ambassador to the US said during a Diplomatic Workers’ Day reception.

Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna attended the same reception at the Russian Embassy in Washington and spoke with the head of the diplomatic mission.

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📑 Trump's admin opposes Israeli annexation of West Bank — report

A stable West Bank ensures Israel's security and is consistent with the Trump administration's goal of achieving peace in the region, Axios journalist Barak Ravid reported, citing a White House official.

The statement comes after Israel’s cabinet moved to expand control into Areas A and B—zones designated under the Oslo Accords for full or partial Palestinian Authority control.

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🇯🇵 ⚔️ Japan to sign up for NATO’s Ukraine arms pipeline

Doubling down on its US-pushed militarization drive, Japan is moving closer to NATO by signing on to the alliance’s Security Assistance and Training for Ukraine (NSATU) program, which facilitates the flow of military equipment to Ukraine, according to NHK.

The equipment includes:

◻️ Body armor

◻️ Vehicles

◻️ Radar systems

Japan has reportedly pledged significant financial support for Ukraine, and committed to providing specialized equipment, with reports indicating long-term assistance.

🇷🇺 Russia has repeatedly argued that Western weapons shipments to Ukraine undermine any prospects for a negotiated settlement and amount to NATO’s direct involvement in the conflict. Russia has also warned that convoys delivering arms to Ukraine would be treated as legitimate military targets.

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🚨🇷🇺 Putin: Russian foreign policy should ensure country's national security

The president congratulates Russian Foreign Ministry employees and veterans on Diplomatic Worker Day, Kremlin said.

Other statements by Putin:

◻️ Strengthening ties with Russia's neighbors and promoting Eurasian integration is a priority for the country's diplomacy

◻️ It's important to shape Russia's objective image in the global information space

◻️Amid growing global turbulence, the constructive and unifying role of Russian diplomacy is more in demand than ever

◻️ It's essential to consistently use all resources to defend Russia's legal interests and create conditions for progressive development

◻️ The Ministry's efforts to ensure the rights of compatriots abroad remain of high importance

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🔥 🇷🇺 Russian upgraded heavy flamethrower system TOS-1A Solntsepek wipes out major Ukraine's stronghold in a forest belt near Pokrovsk

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🔹 Putin: Russian foreign policy should ensure country's national security

🔹 Lavrov: Only peoples of Cuba and Venezuela can determine their own destiny

🔹 Epstein scandal could end the British monarchy — US congressman

🔹 Trump's admin opposes Israeli annexation of West Bank

🔹 Trump threatens to block Canada bridge over 'leftovers' deal with China

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🇷🇺 🤝 🇺🇸 Russia-US relations can become great again in next 3 years - Rep. Luna

💬 "We want to <...> make Russia-American relationships great again, but [US] President [Donald] Trump has made it very clear that we want to continue peace dialog and engage with those peace talks and diplomacy, and engaging in those conversations is all a part of it," US Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna told RIA Novosti.

When asked about the place and time of a possible meeting with Russian lawmakers, the congresswoman said that there is already a basic idea about this.

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🚨 🇪🇺 Europe’s war hawks reportedly plot to fast-track Ukraine into bloc

Dubbed ‘reverse enlargement,’ the alleged plan would give it access to parts of the EU membership process in 2027 before it has officially met all the requirements on reforms, European media reports.

The plan consists of five steps, according to cited unnamed officials and diplomats.

Step 1: Prep Ukraine

🟠 The EU is “frontloading” Ukraine’s bid, giving informal guidance on legal “clusters” needed for membership

🟠 Three of six clusters are already reportedly outlined, with more set to be shared at a March ministers’ meeting in Cyprus

Step 2: Membership-lite

🔹 The EU is said to be exploring a tiered membership model, where Ukraine could get EU privileges in phases

🔹 However, critics like Germany reportedly fear fast-tracking countries before they’re ready could undermine the bloc’s credibility

Step 3: Wait for Orban to leave

🔶 Ukraine’s bid hinges on unanimous approval — but Hungary’s PM Viktor Orban opposes EU membership for Ukraine

🔶 The EU is hoping that Orban might lose the Hungarian election in April

🔶 If Orban gets reelected, step four kicks in

Step 4: Play the US card

European leaders reportedly think the US could pressure Orban into approval

Step 5: Suspend Hungary if needed

If the US can’t sway Orban, the EU could invoke Article 7, suspending Hungary’s rights, including its say on new members. Europe’s hawks see this as a tool to push through their Ukraine agenda.

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🚨🇷🇺 Russia expects a new round of Ukraine talks soon - Kremlin

However, no specific dates have been set yet, Kremlin Spox Dmitry Peskov said.

Other points:

🟠 The Kremlin took note of French President Macron's words about the need to restore relations with Russia, which is appreciated in Moscow

🟠 Contacts between Russia and France could quickly facilitate high-level dialogue. However, the Kremlin currently sees no signals from France indicating a desire to do so

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🇨🇳 🤝 🇨🇺 China vows continued support for Cuba

China opposes foreign interference and inhumane acts that deprive the Cuban people of the right to survival and prosperity, China's FM Spox Lin Jian said.

This comes as the US imposed economic & energy pressure on Cuba.

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🚨🇷🇺💥 RUSSIAN MOD UPDATE: HUGE GAINS AND DEVASTATING UKRAINIAN LOSSES

⚡️ ZALIZNICHNOYE IN THE ZAPOROZHYE REGION FREED

By liberating the settlement of Zaliznichnoye in the Zaporozhye region, Russian forces have expanded their bridgehead west of the city of Gulyaipole, gaining control over more than 18 square kilometers of territory.

🟠 Russian air and missile firepower obliterated transport and energy infrastructure supporting the Kiev regime’s forces along with temporary deployment points for Ukrainian troops and foreign mercenaries in 139 places

🟠 Air defense superiority: one HIMARS rocket, one guided Neptune missile, as well as four guided aerial bombs and 72 drones were shot down by Russian air defense systems over the past 24 hours

🟠 Ukrainian losses: around 1,245 troops killed or wounded

Read about the origins of Russia's special military op HERE

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