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'Gaza is still not at peace' as Israeli strikes, West Bank moves escalate: UN official

'Gaza is still not at peace' as Israeli strikes, West Bank moves escalate: UN official

'In recent weeks, the Israeli military intensified strikes across Gaza, hitting densely populated areas and killing dozens of Palestinians,' says Rosemary DiCarlo

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Russia urges US to refrain from naval blockade of Cuba
18.02.2026

Russia urges US to refrain from naval blockade of Cuba

Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says Moscow will continue helping Cuba in defending its sovereignty and security

Turkish Armed Forces showcase joint operational capability in NATO Steadfast Dart 2026 drill in Germany
18.02.2026

Turkish Armed Forces showcase joint operational capability in NATO Steadfast Dart 2026 drill in Germany

Maritime phase highlights coordinated amphibious operations with allied forces, features Türkiye’s domestically produced defense platforms

Türkiye key to NATO deterrence, southern stability, alliance official says
18.02.2026

Türkiye key to NATO deterrence, southern stability, alliance official says

Ankara plays ‘essential role’ in safeguarding Mediterranean routes and regional stability, says NATO representative Javier Colomina

Russia warns Canada’s path toward escalating tensions could lead to 'irreversible consequences'
18.02.2026

Russia warns Canada’s path toward escalating tensions could lead to 'irreversible consequences'

Foreign Ministry spokeswoman tells Anadolu if Canada tries to confiscate diplomatic property, Moscow's response may be ‘reciprocal, symmetrical, or asymmetrical’

Russia claims it took control of two more settlements in Ukraine
18.02.2026

Russia claims it took control of two more settlements in Ukraine

Russian forces say they have seized Ukraine’s villages Kharkivka in Sumy, Krynychne in Zaporizhzhia