February 4, 2026 US positions aircraft carriers, strike platforms across Middle East as Iran talks shift to Oman U.S. military buildup escalates across Middle East as nuclear talks with Iran move to Oman
February 4, 2026 World enters uncharted era as US-Russia nuclear treaty expires, opening door to fastest arms race in decades The New START treaty expires, ending nuclear arms limits between the U.S. and Russia for the first time in more than 50 years. There are no inspections and no caps on arsenals.
February 4, 2026 UK to release files related to former ambassador's Jeffrey Epstein ties U.K. government commits to releasing files on Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to the U.S. despite his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
February 4, 2026 US military in Syria carries out 5 strikes against 'multiple ISIS targets' U.S. Central Command forces struck Islamic State targets in Syria with 50 precision munitions, destroying weapons sites in a counterterrorism effort.
February 4, 2026 Nine charged in bold gun-running scheme to push heavy firepower across southern border Nine people, who face federal charges for allegedly running a firearms trafficking scheme, are accused of using straw purchases to smuggle weapons to Mexico.
February 4, 2026 Australia bans pro-Israel influencer weeks after Bondi Beach terror attack Several pro-Israel figures have been barred from Australia as tensions rise after Bondi Beach massacre that killed 15 people during Hanukkah celebration period.
February 4, 2026 Trump speaks with Chinese President Xi Jinping on range of issues including Russia-Ukraine war President Trump said he spoke to Chinese President Xi Jinping Wednesday to discuss a range of issues, including the war between Ukraine and Russia.
February 4, 2026 Iranian media claims drone shot down by US was conducting surveillance in a 'routine and lawful mission' A media report described the alleged activities of an Iranian Shahed-139 drone before it was shot down by the U.S. military in the Arabian Sea on Tuesday.
February 4, 2026 Olympic figure skaters hope to clear music hurdles before Games, including from 'Minions' movie Olympic figure skaters are dealing with another hurdle ahead of the 2026 Milan Cortina Games this week -- getting their music cleared in time.
February 4, 2026 Hamas terrorists use ambulances, schools, hospitals in violation of US-brokered ceasefire, IDF official says IDF alleges Hamas violated Gaza ceasefire using ambulances to transport weapons and armed operatives. Exclusive footage shows armed terrorists at hospital facility