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​🌍 World News Highlights: February 20, 2026

🚀 1. US-Iran Tensions: Middle East on the Brink? Tensions between the US and Iran have reached a boiling point after the second round of nuclear talks in Geneva ended without a breakthrough. US President Donald Trump has issued a "10 to 15-day deadline" for Iran to agree to a "meaningful deal," warning of severe consequences if the deadline is missed. Simultaneously, Iran has launched a joint naval exercise with China and Russia in the Sea of Oman. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warned the US that any military action against Iran would be "playing with fire."
🛡️ 2. Israel-Gaza War: Trump’s 'Board of Peace' and Reconstruction Plans The White House hosted the first meeting of President Trump’s 'Board of Peace' to discuss the post-war reconstruction of Gaza. The US is calling for $5 billion in humanitarian aid from allied nations. Five countries, including Indonesia, Morocco, and Kosovo, have reportedly agreed to deploy peacekeeping troops to Gaza. However, the humanitarian crisis remains dire as restrictions on aid delivery persist. ⚔️ 3. Russia-Ukraine War: No End in Sight On the 1,457th day of the conflict, intelligence reports suggest President Vladimir Putin remains committed to his goal of neutralising Ukraine and dismantling the Kyiv government. Amid the deadlock, reports of 1,000 Kenyan nationals being recruited to fight for Russia have sparked international controversy. Ukraine continues to push for a peace settlement while highlighting increasing Russian casualties on the front lines. 🆘 4. South Sudan & Ethiopia: Severe Food Crisis A surge in violence in South Sudan's Jonglei State has displaced hundreds of thousands. The UN reports that 60% of the population is facing acute food insecurity. Attacks on aid workers are further complicating humanitarian efforts in the region. 📈 5. North Korea’s New Economic Shift During a special party congress, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un pledged to prioritize improving the standard of living for his citizens. Notably, he remained silent regarding future diplomatic relations with the US or South Korea. #WorldNews #BreakingNews #USA #Iran #Israel #GazaWar #RussiaUkraineWar #GlobalUpdate #CurrentAffairs #MiddleEastCrisis #Trump #PeaceBoard #InternationalNews #TopHeadlines

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