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US Ambassador Mike Huckabee Says It “Would Be Fine” if Israel Took Vast Territories — Sparks Regional Outrage

Asian TribuneFebruary 22, 2026

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee sparked a major diplomatic controversy after telling a high-profile interview that “it would be fine if [Israel] took it all,” when asked whether the country had the right to control a large portion of the Middle East based on a biblical promise. Huckabee’s remarks were made during a conversation...

Donald Trump Proposes Raising Global Tariff from 10% to 15%

Asian TribuneFebruary 22, 2026

Washington, D.C. – Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a new proposal to increase the existing global baseline tariff from 10% to 15%, signaling a significant shift in his trade policy agenda ahead of the upcoming election cycle. The proposal, which is expected to become a central pillar of his economic platform, aims to...

T20 World Cup – Super 8 Stage Kicks Off

Asian TribuneFebruary 21, 2026

On February 21, 2026, the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup (20-over cricket) began, with the first match between Pakistan and New Zealand. The Super 8 stage is organized into two groups, with each group’s 4 teams playing against each other. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals....

US Weighs Military Strike Options Against Iran as Tensions Rise

Asian TribuneFebruary 20, 2026

The United States is considering a range of military options against Iran, as President Donald Trump weighs whether to authorize potential strikes amid escalating tensions between the two countries. According to US officials cited in multiple reports, the American military has already positioned significant air and naval assets in the Middle East, enabling a possible...

Prince Andrew Arrested Amid New Developments Linked to Epstein Files

Asian TribuneFebruary 20, 2026

UK police launch investigation into alleged abuse of position Prince Andrew, Duke of York, a member of the British royal family, has been arrested by Thames Valley Police as part of an ongoing investigation. The arrest reportedly took place on his 66th birthday. ⚖️ Police statement Police confirmed that a man in his 60s was...

Why Did the US Pacific Fleet Commander Visit Sri Lanka Amid Iran Tensions?

Asian TribuneFebruary 20, 2026

Strategic discussions on maritime security and regional stability The Commander of the United States Pacific Fleet, Admiral Steve Koehler, has arrived in Sri Lanka on a three-day official visit. The visit, which began on February 19, is scheduled to continue until February 21, according to the US Embassy in Colombo. 🌍 Focus on regional security...

Documents Suggest Sacred Kaaba Cloth Pieces Were Sent to Epstein, Triggering Outrage

Asian TribuneFebruary 19, 2026

Documents released by the US Department of Justice (DOJ) have sparked global outrage among Muslims, suggesting that pieces of the Kiswah — the cloth covering the Kaaba in Mecca — may have been sent to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. The documents, published on January 30, 2026, include email exchanges indicating that three Kiswah fragments were...

Can Tarique Rahman Deliver Change After Bangladesh Election Victory?

Asian TribuneFebruary 19, 2026

Following a decisive election victory, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader Tarique Rahman now faces a crucial question — can he deliver meaningful change? The BNP’s return to power marks a significant shift in Bangladesh’s political landscape, ending over 15 years of dominance by Sheikh Hasina and the Awami League. 🔄 Power shift or real change?...

Enezuela’s quiet opposition figure sidelined amid power struggles

Asian TribuneFebruary 16, 2026

Edmundo González Urrutia, the Venezuelan opposition leader and former presidential challenger, remains on the political sidelines as the country navigates deep uncertainty following weeks of upheaval and leadership change. Analysts say González’s low-profile diplomacy and limited public presence have left him overshadowed by larger political forces even as debates over Venezuela’s future continue. González, a...

European nations say Alexei Navalny was poisoned with rare toxin, blame Russia

Asian TribuneFebruary 16, 2026

Five European countries have jointly accused the Russian state of poisoning Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny with a rare toxin derived from South American poison dart frogs, after new forensic analyses linked the substance to his death in 2024. A statement by the governments of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Sweden and the Netherlands said laboratory...