FACTFLOW
Saturday, 21 February 2026
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Global Edition
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Updated 01:25 CST
World
1,000 Kenyans were recruited to fight for Russia in Ukraine, intelligence report says
A new Kenyan intelligence report said the Kenyans were recruited to fight for Russia in Ukraine after being misled with false promises of jobs in Russia before being sent to the front lines.
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UN says Israel is stoking ‘ethnic cleansing’ fears in Gaza, West Bank
Intensified attacks, methodical destruction of entire neighbourhoods appear aimed at permanent displacement, UN says.
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Amid tensions, Ukraine’s Chernobyl site remains part of a war zone
Al Jazeera's Nils Adler has seen how the site of the world’s worst nuclear disaster is affected by the war on Ukraine.
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Bangladesh referendum: The big post-election flashpoint?
The referendum based on the July National Charter in Bangladesh has revealed divisions between the BNP and Jamaat.
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Trump’s Board of Peace live: Representatives converge for inaugural meeting
US President Trump will host the inaugural meeting of his so-called 'Board of Peace' in Washington, DC today.
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What we know so far about arrest of UK’s former Prince Andrew
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is in custody after being arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
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Real Madrid send ‘all available’ Vinicius evidence to UEFA in racism row
Real Madrid's Brazilian forward Vinicius Jr alleges he was racially abused by Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni.
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Israel installed security at Epstein’s Manhattan apartment for ex-PM Barak
Investigation reveals the Israeli government installed surveillance equipment at a Jeffrey Epstein-managed residence.
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Israeli raids in occupied West Bank at start of Ramadan
Israeli forces carried out violent raids across the occupied West Bank, detaining Palestinians and demolishing homes.
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Slot offers Vinicius support, saying football ‘must do more’ against racism
Liverpool manager Arne Slot speaks out about racism in football and says it must do more to prevent future incidents.
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What happened to ISIL?
At the height of its power, ISIL held around a third of Syria and 40% of Iraq.
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Director rejects award over Israel’s genocidal war in Gaza
Tunisian director Kaouther Ben Hania leaves film award on stage, demanding accountability for genocide in Gaza.
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LIVE: Ex-UK Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested amid Epstein scandal
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was stripped of his title last year over his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein.
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Police arrest Ex-Prince Andrew. And, Trump hosts the first Board of Peace meeting
U.K. police arrested Former Prince Andrew today on suspicion of misconduct in public office, U.K. media reports. And, President Trump is hosting the first-ever Board of Peace meeting today.
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Britain's ex-Prince Andrew is arrested on suspicion of misconduct over Epstein ties
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.