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Iran FM, US Envoys in Pakistan for Talks Amid Direct Meeting Uncertainty
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Iran FM, US Envoys in Pakistan for Talks Amid Direct Meeting Uncertainty

Iran's foreign minister arrived in Islamabad, Pakistan, where US envoys Jared Kushner and Brian Witkoff were also dispatched for potential talks. Despite the presence of both delegations, Iran explicitly stated that no direct meetings with US officials were planned, asserting engagement would be through Pakistan.

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Trump to Dispatch Envoys to Pakistan for Iran Talks

Former President Trump is reportedly planning to send envoys, including Witkoff and Kushner, to Pakistan for discussions concerning Iran. This diplomatic initiative aims to address issues related to the Middle Eastern nation.

Ukraine Reopens Druzhba Pipeline, Seeks EU Loan Unblock
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Ukraine Reopens Druzhba Pipeline, Seeks EU Loan Unblock

Ukraine has repaired and reopened the damaged Druzhba pipeline, which transports Russian oil to Europe, with President Zelensky stating there are no longer grounds to block a €90 billion EU loan. This move aims to resolve a dispute that had impacted EU financial support.

Ukraine War: Russian Strikes Hit Cities, Drones Near Romania, Zelensky Seeks Aid
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Ukraine War: Russian Strikes Hit Cities, Drones Near Romania, Zelensky Seeks Aid

Russian forces launched drone and missile attacks across Ukraine, including strikes on Zaporizhzhia and Cherkasy, while drones also approached the Romanian border, prompting F-16 scrambles. Amid ongoing front-line clashes, President Zelensky appealed for continued international support and a greater European role in peace talks.

Trump Threatens Iran with 'One Night' Destruction, Sets Hormuz Deadline, and Reveals Pilot Rescue Details
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Trump Threatens Iran with 'One Night' Destruction, Sets Hormuz Deadline, and Reveals Pilot Rescue Details

President Trump issued a stark warning to Iran on Monday, stating the country could be 'eliminated' in a single night, possibly Tuesday, as a deadline for the Strait of Hormuz loomed. During the same press conference, Trump detailed a high-risk pilot rescue mission and threatened a journalist over leaked information.

Trump Lifts Iran Threat, Postpones Strikes Amid Talks; Iran Denies Negotiations
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Trump Lifts Iran Threat, Postpones Strikes Amid Talks; Iran Denies Negotiations

US President Donald Trump has postponed his ultimatum to bomb Iran's electricity grid and announced a tactical pause on strikes, claiming to have begun talks with Tehran and that 'regime change' is underway. However, Iran has denied engaging in talks with the US and warned against targeting its vital infrastructure.

Oil Surges On Report Warning US-Iran War Is Far Closer Than Americans Realize
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Oil Surges On Report Warning US-Iran War Is Far Closer Than Americans Realize

Oil Surges On Report Warning US-Iran War Is Far Closer Than Americans Realize Axios' Barak Ravid, a journalist very close to the Israeli government, writes Wednesday that the Trump White House is now "closer to a major war in the Middle East than most Americans realize. It could begin very soon." The sources he spoke to, which could be American or Israeli, say that such an operation would be a "massive" campaign at least weeks in sustained length. If it the campaign goes the way of Iraq or Afghanistan, or Syria, the conflict could eventually be measured in years and not just months. Further, "The sources noted it would likely be a joint U.S.-Israeli campaign that's much broader in scope — and more existential for the regime — than the Israeli-led 12-day war last June, which the U.S. eventually joined to take out Iran's underground nuclear facilities." USAF/CNN All of this looks to be going down with no public or Congressional debate whatsoever: "With the attention of Congress and the public otherwise occupied, there is little public debate about what could be the most consequential U.S. military intervention in the Middle East in at least a decade," notes Axios. Both sides are citing 'progress' in the two rounds of indirect negotiations (in Oman and then Geneva) which have taken place thus far, however, there's been nothing yet in the way of specific agreement. Washington's commitment to see talks through even for weeks at this point is highly in quesiton. The following was the initial Iranian assessment of how the talks led by Witkoff and Kushner in Geneva went this week: Iran has said it has reached an understanding with the US on the main "guiding principles" to resolve their dispute over Tehran's nuclear programme. Speaking after indirect talks in Geneva, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi added that work still needed to be done. The US said "progress was made". Badr Albusaidi, foreign minister of mediator Oman, said the negotiations "concluded with good progress towards identifying common goals and relevant technical issues". The Iranians have asked for two weeks to hammer out a detailed proposal, with an American official stating, "Progress was made, but there are still a lot of details to discuss. The Iranians said they would come back in the next two weeks with detailed proposals to address some of the open gaps in our positions." Given President Trump has ordered a second US carrier group to the region, along with a huge number of support aircraft, does Iran really have two weeks to spare?  Oil reaches HOD Wednesday soon on heels of Axios report, with WTI kissing $64/barrel... To some degree, the Iranians are likely buying time, knowing that a surprise, unprovoked attack could be imminent. This would be similar to the June war, but unlike that scenario this would indeed be much bigger. There's reason to believe Trump may stay restrained, however, and give negotiations time. Fear of higher oil prices could ultimately be the deciding factor here, pushing Trump to settle with Iran and not spark another completely unpredictable, likely disastrous war in the Middle East.  Tyler Durden Wed, 02/18/2026 - 08:36

Donald Trump Posts AI Images of Himself with Jesus
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Donald Trump Posts AI Images of Himself with Jesus

Donald Trump has repeatedly shared AI-generated images depicting himself in religious contexts, including being embraced by Jesus, drawing both praise from some evangelical leaders and broader discussion.

US delegation holds talks with Iran in Islamabad
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US delegation holds talks with Iran in Islamabad

A US delegation, including JD Vance, Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner, arrived in Islamabad for talks with Iranian officials, with Vance stating he looks forward to the negotiations and has received instructions from Trump.

US Envoys Witkoff and Kushner Expected to Visit Kyiv in April
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US Envoys Witkoff and Kushner Expected to Visit Kyiv in April

US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are expected to visit Kyiv during April, according to Ukrainian authorities. The visit aims to strengthen ties and discuss ongoing support.

Trump Extends Iran Ultimatum, Pauses Attacks, Seeks End to War; Israel Launches Strikes
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Trump Extends Iran Ultimatum, Pauses Attacks, Seeks End to War; Israel Launches Strikes

President Trump has extended his ultimatum for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by 10 days, paused attacks on its energy sector, and expressed a desire for a speedy end to the war, though he stated there is no cease-fire. Meanwhile, Israel launched more strikes on Iran, and markets have reacted to these developments, with oil falling, gold rising, and stocks finishing higher.

Ukrainian Delegation Meets Witkoff and Kushner in Miami for Peace Talks
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Ukrainian Delegation Meets Witkoff and Kushner in Miami for Peace Talks

A Ukrainian delegation met with Trump's envoy Witkoff and Kushner in Miami for a new round of peace negotiations, more than a month after their last meeting. Witkoff commented on efforts to narrow and resolve remaining items in their discussions, with talks expected to continue.

Ukraine-US talks scheduled in Geneva
Politicsnaftemporiki1mo ago

Ukraine-US talks scheduled in Geneva

Ukrainian negotiator Rustem Umerov is expected to meet with US envoys Steve Whitkoff and Jared Kushner in Geneva on Thursday, as announced by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

US Ambassador to Paris Banned from Meetings After No-Show
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US Ambassador to Paris Banned from Meetings After No-Show

Donald Trump’s ambassador to Paris, Charles Kushner, has been banned from meeting French government ministers after failing to attend a summoned meeting to explain comments related to the killing of far-right activist Quentin Deranque.

Trump Iran airstrikes decision to be guided by Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff’s advice
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Trump Iran airstrikes decision to be guided by Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff’s advice

Exclusive: Trump’s decision will be driven by envoys’ judgment on whether Iran is stalling on a nuclear deal Donald Trump’s decision to order airstrikes against Iran will hinge in part on the judgment of Trump’s special envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, about whether Tehran is stalling over a deal to relinquish its capacity to produce nuclear weapons, according to people familiar with the matter. The president has not made a final determination on any strikes, as the administration pre...

Iran says US ‘more realistic’ on nuclear issue, as Guards begin drills in Hormuz Strait
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Iran says US ‘more realistic’ on nuclear issue, as Guards begin drills in Hormuz Strait

Iran said on Monday that the United States’s position on Iran’s nuclear programme “has moved towards a more realistic one”, a day ahead of a second round of US-Iranian talks in Geneva. Tehran’s foreign minister arrived in Geneva for the new round of indirect negotiations with the US, as the Revolutionary Guards began military drills in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane for oil and gas. The two sides recently resumed indirect talks, mediated by Oman, after US President Donald Trump repeatedly threatened military action against Iran over a deadly crackdown on protesters last month. A previous attempt at negotiations collapsed when Israel launched surprise strikes on Iran, beginning a 12-day war that Washington briefly joined to bomb Iranian nuclear sites. “A cautious assessment is that, from the discussions that have taken place in Muscat to date, at least what we have been told is that the US position on the Iranian nuclear issue has moved towards a more realistic one,” said foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei, the official IRNA news agency reported. According to Tehran, talks mediated by Oman will be held on Tuesday in Switzerland. Washington has previously pushed for other topics to be discussed, including Iran’s ballistic missiles and support for armed groups in the region. The war games being conducted by the Guards, the ideological arm of the military, aim to prepare it for “potential security and military threats” in the Strait, Iranian state TV said. Iranian politicians have repeatedly threatened to block the strait, a strategic waterway through which about 20 per cent of global oil passes, as both sides ramp up pressure with talks set to resume. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters on Monday, “We’re hopeful there’s a deal”. “The president always prefers peaceful outcomes and negotiated outcomes to things.” Meanwhile, Iran’s top diplomat, Abbas Araghchi, wrote on X that he was meeting in Geneva with the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Rafael Grossi, “for deep technical discussion”. Grossi later confirmed the meeting on X, calling the conversation with Araghchi “in-depth” ahead of Tuesday’s “important negotiations”. Protest crackdown Araghchi is also set to hold talks with his Swiss and Omani counterparts as well as other international officials, Iran’s foreign ministry said. “I am in Geneva with real ideas to achieve a fair and equitable deal. What is not on the table: submission before threats,” Araghchi added on X. Washington has dispatched Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff and President Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, the White House confirmed on Sunday. The latest talks follow repeated threats from Trump of military action against Tehran, first over Iran’s deadly crackdown on anti-government protests, and then more recently over the country’s nuclear programme. The West fears the programme is aimed at making a bomb, which Tehran denies. On Friday, Trump said a change of government in Iran would be the “best thing that could happen”, as he sent a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East to ratchet up military pressure. His remarks came before demonstrations outside Iran against its authorities swept a number of cities, including in the US, over the weekend. ‘Viable’ deal Iran’s deputy foreign minister told the BBC that Tehran would consider compromises on its uranium stockpile if Washington lifts sanctions that have crippled the country’s economy. “If we see the sincerity on their (American) part, I am sure we will be on a road to have an agreement,” said Majid Takht-Ravanchi. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that any deal must involve the removal of all enriched uranium from Iran as well as Tehran’s ability to enrich more. The whereabouts of Iran’s stockpile of around 400 kilogrammes of uranium enriched to 60 per cent remains unknown, with inspectors having last seen it in June.

EU Approves Major Loan for Ukraine and New Russia Sanctions
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EU Approves Major Loan for Ukraine and New Russia Sanctions

The European Union formally approved a substantial multi-billion euro loan package for Ukraine and a new round of sanctions against Russia, following Hungary's decision to drop its opposition. This financial lifeline aims to support Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict and its aspirations for full EU membership.

Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire; Tehran Calls It a 'Trap'
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Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire; Tehran Calls It a 'Trap'

President Trump announced an extension of the ceasefire with Iran to allow for further negotiations, but Tehran swiftly rejected the move, labeling it a "trap" and expressing deep distrust. The decision also led to the postponement of JD Vance's trip to Pakistan and contributed to oil market uncertainty.

EU Unlocks Ukraine Loan After Hungary Lifts Veto
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EU Unlocks Ukraine Loan After Hungary Lifts Veto

The European Union moved to unlock a €90 billion loan for Ukraine after Hungary's Viktor Orbán lifted his veto, marking a significant development in EU financial aid to Kyiv.

Diplomatic Travel and Public Petition Address Middle East Tensions
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Diplomatic Travel and Public Petition Address Middle East Tensions

US officials Jared Kushner and Avi Witkoff reportedly traveled to Islamabad for discussions concerning a potential Iran conflict, while a petition in France urged leaders to prevent Lebanon from becoming another Gaza, both reflecting international engagement with escalating regional tensions.

Donald Trump Seeks $152 Million to Reopen Alcatraz Prison
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Donald Trump Seeks $152 Million to Reopen Alcatraz Prison

Donald Trump is reportedly moving forward with plans to reopen the legendary Alcatraz prison, closed decades ago, to house the most brutal criminals, with a budget request of $152 million submitted to Congress for its first phase of reopening.

Amateur hour: Trump ambassadors stir tensions across Europe
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Amateur hour: Trump ambassadors stir tensions across Europe

US Ambassador Charles Kushner is at the centre of a diplomatic row raging in Paris, but he is not the only one. US President Donald Trump’s envoys are stirring controversy across Europe – from social media spats to public snubs of foreign leaders – testing alliances and leaving longtime partners to pick up the pieces.

US Ambassador to France Summoned Over Comments, Fails to Appear
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US Ambassador to France Summoned Over Comments, Fails to Appear

The US Ambassador to France, Charles Kushner, was summoned by the French Foreign Ministry following comments from the Trump administration regarding the death of a far-right student, but failed to appear, prompting France to consider changes to ambassadorial access.

Steven Spielberg Flees California Amid Raging Wealth Tax Battle
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Steven Spielberg Flees California Amid Raging Wealth Tax Battle

Steven Spielberg Flees California Amid Raging Wealth Tax Battle Another day, another rich liberal leaving a state over policies they promoted.  In today's episode of modern hypocrisy, Steven Spielberg, director of blockbuster hits like Jaws, E.T., Poltergeist and Saving Private Ryan, has moved to Manhattan, according to the Los Angeles Times. A spokesperson for one of Hollywood’s most reliable Democrat Party donors was quick to insist the relocation has nothing to do with California’s highly controversial wealth tax proposal. “Steven’s move to the East Coast is both long-planned and driven purely by his and Kate Capshaw’s desire to be closer to their New York-based children and grandchildren,” spokeswoman Terry Press told the newspaper. Unsurprisingly, Press declined to say where Spielberg stands on the wealth tax when asked. California is now seriously considering a new wealth tax targeting billionaires, including a levy on unrealized gains. The idea has already spooked investors and contributed to several high-profile tech figures running for the exits. It’s a familiar pattern when progressive policies finally start to bite, a surprising number of billionaires discover a sudden deep affection for Florida, Texas, or even New York. Google founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin quietly began unwinding portions of their financial empires in California in the days leading up to Christmas, while Meta founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg dropped $150 million on a Miami mansion. Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan had been looking for a home on Indian Creek Island, the ultra-exclusive, heavily guarded enclave nicknamed “Billionaire Bunker” that is already home to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, former NFL star quarterback Tom Brady, and Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump. Even Jeffrey Epstein pal Reid Hoffman, LinkedIn co-founder and major Democratic donor, has taken aim at the billionaire tax proposal, slamming it as a "horrendous idea" that could drive tech founders and executives out of the state. Rep. Khanna reached out to me to discuss the proposed California wealth tax; and while I am against the proposed tax, I'm always open to dialogue with our elected leaders. The proposed CA wealth tax is badly designed in so many ways that a simple social post cannot cover all of… January 7, 2026 "The proposed CA wealth tax is badly designed in so many ways that a simple social post cannot cover all of the massive flaws. One well-documented example is the horrendous idea to tax illiquid stock in the proposal. Poorly designed taxes incentivize avoidance, capital flight, and distortions that ultimately raise less revenue," Hoffman said of the plan. Hedge fund billionaire Bill Ackman, a longtime Democrat who voted for Trump in the 2024 election, warned that California is on a "path to self-destruction." California is on a path to self-destruction. Hollywood is already toast and now the most productive entrepreneurs will leave taking their tax revenues and job creation elsewhere. And then the Democrats highlight @CAgovernor Newsom as a great leader. Crazy. https://t.co/bFyLhARrNn December 27, 2025 "Hollywood is already toast, and now the most productive entrepreneurs will leave, taking their tax revenues and job creation elsewhere,” Ackman said. Our readers will recall that Tesla and SpaceX Ceo Elon Musk was one of the first big names to leave California years ago, citing the state’s punishing taxes and its embrace of radical left-wing governance. The list keeps growing. Buckle up, Newsom. Musk was the first and Spielberg won’t be the last. Tyler Durden Fri, 02/20/2026 - 16:40