Sunday, February 22, 2026
Reuters
Trump has pushed the US to the brink of war with Iran even as aides urge him to focus on voters' economic concerns. The president is "curious why Iran has not capitulated" amid the US military buildup. Political risks of military escalation ahead of midterm elections are highlighting the tension.
BBC News
Greenland's prime minister rejected Trump's offer to send a hospital ship, responding "no thanks." Trump claimed he was sending the boat to help people who were "not being taken care of" — Greenland's PM reminded him of the island's free healthcare system.
BBC News
Just a year into Trump's second term, about half of Project 2025's policies have been implemented — from Venezuela to immigration crackdown. The Heritage Foundation blueprint has become a significant driver of administration policy.
Reuters
Iran and the US have different views on what sanctions relief should look like in nuclear talks, with new negotiations planned. Meanwhile, Iran agreed a secret shoulder-fired missile deal with Russia, according to FT reports.
BBC News
Emails reveal UK police officers working for Prince Andrew were assigned to guard Jeffrey Epstein's home. The Met says it has not identified any wrongdoing "at this time."
BBC News
Secret Service agents killed an armed man seeking to enter Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort. The suspect was carrying a shotgun and fuel can. Trump was not in Florida at the time.