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February 15, 2026 23:47 UTC
Morocco reveals plan to end Western Sahara war after US-brokered talks
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February 15, 2026 22:29 UTC
Are the 'Living Stones' still alive? Christians of the Middle East
Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem - ICN/JSOften referred to as the 'Living Stones', the Christians and their neighbours are facing extreme pressure across the Middle East and North Africa. This in-person and online event at Our Lady of Victories Parish Centre, Kensington, London, W8 6SA, this Thursday, at Our Lady of Victories Parish Centre, Kensington, London, W8 6SA will examine the challenges facing the Christians of the Middle East in these turbulent times. International Lawyer and consultant on the Middle East, North Africa, and Gulf States, Dr Harry Hagopian, is joined by Dr Ruth Valerio from Embrace the Middle East, an ecumenical Christian charity working to help marginalised and vulnerable communities in the region. Register to attend in person: embraceme.org/events/are-the-living-stones-still-alive6.30Arrivals and light refreshments7-9pmDiscussion and Q&ARegister to watch on Zoomhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/RMa3XWVsR0yjAeP__9FOpg#/registrationThursday 19 February 6.30-9pmAre the 'Living Stones' still alive? Our Lady of Victories Parish Centre, Kensington, London, W8 6SA, Enter via Abingdon Road
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February 15, 2026 20:10 UTC
'Wuthering Heights' debuts atop North America box office
The film, starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi as the doomed lovers Cathy and Heathcliff, features original songs from Charli XCX, and has especially connected with women over the Valentine's Day and Presidents' Day holiday, experts said. "This is an outstanding opening for a romance film. "This is an excellent opening for a family animation picture, at well above average levels for a single-episode film," Gross said, noting positive reviews. Amazon MGM's heist thriller "Crime 101," starring Chris Hemsworth, Halle Berry and Mark Ruffalo, landed in third place with $17.8 million, Exhibitor Relations reported. And in fifth place was Angel Studios rom-com "Solo Mio" starring comedian Kevin James as a groom left at the altar in Italy.
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February 15, 2026 18:30 UTC
Why is Egypt bolstering ties with Somalia now?
Why is Egypt bolstering ties with Somalia now? Egyptian troops joined the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) this week for the first time since bilateral ties were established decades agoImage: Mahamud Hassan/AU UN IST Photo | CC0 1.0Bilateral ties between Egypt and Somalia continue to deepen. The international mission — which first operated under the name African Union Transition Mission in Somalia — has been in place since April 1, 2022. "Cairo still remains very worried about Ethiopia's aim to establish a military presence on the Red Sea," Fabiani explained. Even though Somalia is not directly affected by the GERD water dispute, years of political strife between Egypt and Ethiopia have further aligned Somalia and Egypt in their aim to form a regional counterweight to Addis Ababa.
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February 15, 2026 13:44 UTC
Diego Luna, Gael García Bernal, Alice Diop, Faouzi Bensaïdi & Gustavo Santaolalla Set As 2026 Qumra Masters
Mexican actors, directors and producers Gael García Bernal and Diego Luna will be attending the event as Qumra Masters alongside Moroccan director Faouzi Bensaïdi, French director Alice Diop and Oscar-winning composer Gustavo Santaolalla. At the heart of the Qumra program, the five Qumra Masters will each give a talk on their career and lessons learned as well as one-on-one mentorship to a selection of assigned projects attending the event. Qumra is a cornerstone of Doha Film Institute’s mission to support filmmakers from the Middle East and North Africa region and beyond. “Qumra was created to ensure that emerging filmmakers are not only supported, but truly seen—artistically, professionally and globally. Welcoming these luminaries as our 2026 Qumra Masters reflects our belief that generous mentorship can change creative trajectories,” said DFI CEO Fatma Hassan Alremaihi.
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February 15, 2026 13:34 UTC
Maroc Telecom’s profits jump 288% in 2025 to $760 million – The North Africa Post
Maroc Telecom, Morocco’s largest telecoms operator, said on Friday it made a profit attributable to shareholders of 7 billion dirhams ($760 mln) in 2025, up a 288%, as it patched a thaw with its competitor Wana that led it to pay over 6.3 billion dirhams. The operator’s customer base grew to 77 million, up 3.6%, it said while its revenue also grew to 36.6 billion dirhams thanks to a better performance of its African branches. Maroc telecom operates in Benin, Burkina Faso, the Central African Republic, Chad, Gabon, Côte d’Ivoire, Mali, Mauritania, Niger and Togo. Maroc Telecom will propose paying dividends of 4 dirhams per share, totaling 3.5 billion dirhams. In November, the company launched 5G commercially in Morocco.
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February 15, 2026 13:06 UTC
Heavy haze, air pollution poses respiratory risk
These deposit fine dust particles into the atmosphere, where they combine with urban emissions from heavy traffic and industrial emissions. (credit: ERIK MARMOR/FLASH90)Sensitive populations, including heart patients, lung patients, asthmatics, the elderly, children, and pregnant women, are advised to avoid staying outdoors and to stop all strenuous physical activity outside the home. The tiny dust particles can penetrate through the respiratory tract into the trachea and bronchi, and sometimes into the lung nodules. Reducing exposure to air pollution, dust particlesTo reduce exposure to the dust particles, it is recommended to close windows in the home, office, and car. Children playing outside, running, or riding bicycles are at increased risk because their breathing rate is higher relative to their body weight.
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February 15, 2026 12:32 UTC
IND vs PAK T20 World Cup 2026, where to watch live: TV channels, streaming and live score
India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026, where to watch live: TV channels and live streamingWhere to watch in IndiaThe Star Sports Network will telecast the T20 World Cup 2026 in India, while JioHotstar (website and app) will live stream the India vs Pakistan clash. Where to watch in Sri LankaFans in Sri Lanka can watch live action from the event on Dialog TV, which will live broadcast the game. Where to watch in New ZealandFans in New Zealand can watch live action from the ICC event on Sky Sport. Where to watch in SingaporeFans in Singapore can watch live action on Hub Sports 4. Stay up to date with the latest cricket news, player updates, team standings, match highlights, video analysis and live match odds.
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February 15, 2026 10:17 UTC
Egypt Will Host African Business Summit 2026
Egypt Will Host African Business Summit 2026The 2026 summit will focus on deeper integration between African governments, private sector leaders and financial institutions. The African Business Summit is set to take place in Egypt in 2026, with the stated objective of enhancing coordination between governments, the private sector and African financial institutions. The announcement was made during the 43rd session of the Steering Committee of the African Union Development Agency, chaired via videoconference by President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi. The session brought together African heads of state, member country representatives, and leaders of the African Union Commission, the African Development Bank and the African Export-Import Bank. The summit is positioned as a platform to reinforce continental alignment on business and finance, while advancing cooperation across public and private stakeholders.
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February 15, 2026 08:42 UTC
Zelenskyy and NATO chief Rutte discuss air defense funding in Munich
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held talks with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Munich on Saturday, focusing on sustained funding for Kyiv's air defense capabilities through the Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) initiative. The meeting took place on the margins of the 62nd Munich Security Conference, where security challenges facing Europe have dominated discussions. "We are counting on continued funding for this initiative, which enables us to purchase missiles for air defense systems," Zelenskyy told Rutte during their conversation, according to statements released by the Ukrainian presidency. The PURL mechanism has become increasingly important for Kyiv's ability to procure essential munitions, particularly interceptor missiles for the various air defense systems supplied by Western partners. Unity and ElectionsAddressing the Munich Security Forum, Zelenskyy described European solidarity as the "best interceptor" against contemporary threats, framing collective action as essential to countering aggression.
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February 15, 2026 08:02 UTC
Jerusalem 'Most Polluted Major City Globally' Following Dust Storm
Jerusalem 'Most Polluted Major City Globally' Following Dust StormAccording to IQAir, Jerusalem's air particulate matter levels reached 93 times the World Health Organization's guideline. On average, Jerusalem has 'moderate' quality, according to the agency's air quality monitoring, measuring at an AQI of 56, compared to Saturday's score of 777
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February 15, 2026 07:59 UTC
One Sephardi Jew Against an Empire
At the beginning of the 17th century, one Sephardi Jew stood at the intersection of diplomacy, war, commerce, and memory. His father, Joseph Pallache, was a learned rabbinic figure within the Sephardi refugee community of Morocco.¹Pallache’s Judaism was forged in the open world of Sephardi exile and reconstruction. Yet it was also shaped by the enduring trauma of an empire that had expelled his people and dismantled their communities. A Jewish Diplomat in a Divided EuropeBy the early 17th century, Spain remained the dominant Catholic empire in Europe. They reveal a Sephardi response through political and strategic agency to historical trauma that is rarely emphasized in Jewish historical memory.
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February 15, 2026 07:38 UTC
Ukraine’s political and military presence in Africa
KOMENTARZWIADOMOŚCIWAŻNE Ukraine’s political and military presence in Africa Aleksander Olech 6 min. In Africa, Ukrainian officers, Russian mercenaries and competing diplomatic missions are vying for allies, access and legitimacy. Defence24.plCopy link Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Share on XUkraine’s political and military presence in Africa has developed only over the last few decades and began with Kyiv regaining independence. Long-term military engagement created foundations for Ukrainian diplomacy to strengthen relations with African states, and today Ukraine’s presence in Africa is far more comprehensive, especially after Russia’s full-scale invasion. Reports also indicate Ukrainian presence in Mali, where Ukrainian personnel train and advise Tuareg rebels opposing pro-Russian authorities and Wagner forces.
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February 15, 2026 07:05 UTC
Vista places major Challenger 3500 order
Vista announced a major fleet agreement with Bombardier for 40 firm orders for the Challenger 3500 aircraft and 120 additional purchase options. The structure provides Vista with significant flexibility while ensuring readiness to serve Members around the world as travel patterns evolve. The order comes off the back another year of consecutive double-digit growth on the group’s multi-year subscription based Program product. In 2025 the Program Member base grew by 12% and Vista flew 16% more live Program hours year-over-year. The Challenger 3500 plays a central role in Vista’s fleet strategy, offering exceptional range, reliability and cabin innovation.
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February 15, 2026 04:11 UTC