Israeli drone attack targets the Shaara area in eastern Bekaa region. Superbowl LIX promises to be one of the most high-profile NFL finales in years with two superb teams going head-to-head. Manchester City include Rodri in their Champions League squad as hopes rise of return from injury this season. Exchange of three Israelis and Palestinians comes as Trump casts uncertainty over second ceasefire phase. Lamar is the first solo rapper to headline the Super Bowl halftime show.
PM Salam has formed a new government as Hezbollah appears increasingly sidelined. After Israel launched its full-scale offensive in Lebanon in September, many fled to the Mediterranean island. Ex-Soviet nations warn of sabotage and cyberattack threat as they cut power links with Moscow to hook up to EU network.
Deadly crash is the third aviation disaster in the US in little over a week. The Rwanda-backed M23 is closing on the town of Kavumu in South Kivu in an offensive that has left thousands dead. Asset freezes, travel bans against International Criminal Court officials ordered in protest against Netanyahu warrant.
New project set to rename public spaces bearing names of colonial officers as Dakar distances itself from France. Israeli forces demolish houses in Jenin refugee camp, local sources report, as assault continues for third week. Iran said the US sanctions will prevent it from conducting legitimate trade with partners. An emerging parallel economy peddles purity, health and fitness to promote wellbeing — and a political worldview. The island has been experiencing near-constant tremors since late January, with thousands of earthquakes recorded.
Trump says he wants Iran to prosper, but signed a presidential memorandum to pledge more action against Iran. Middlesbrough, which has witnessed several episodes of discriminatory violence, is far from healed, say residents. Deputy Middle East Envoy Morgan Ortagus says armed group has been defeated and is no longer a threat. Large crowds call for Fico to resign after visit to Moscow. Displaced Palestinians languish in makeshift tent encampments as harsh winds and rain hit the Gaza Strip.
