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Iran expected to submit draft agreement to US ahead of Geneva talks
US officials expect Tehran to present a comprehensive proposal rather than a document outlining general principles.
US military says it struck a vessel in Caribbean, killing three men
Peter Mandelson seen being led away from home by police officers - Times
Iraq's FM says Ankara agreed to take back Turkish citizens among IS detainees moved from Syria
US withdraws newly updated list of firms allegedly aiding China's military
Though the list does not formally impose sanctions on Chinese firms, under a new law, the Pentagon will be prevented in the coming years from contracting and procuring from companies on the list.
ADL urged Mamdani to disavow ‘Hot Girls 4 Zohran’ co-founder as Brooklyn hire draws fire
The ADL claimed that Kaif Gilani, a co-founder of Hot Girls 4 Zohran, had a history of sharing antisemitic content, pro-Hamas rhetoric online, and mocking Israeli victims of terror.
Main donor US unclear on UNRWA future, jettisoning it would leave black hole, agency chief says
UNRWA head Philippe Lazzarini compared what would happen if the agency shut down to what happened in Iraq in 2003.
Largest aircraft carrier in the world sent by US to Middle East as Iran talks continue
This comes after reports that the USS George H.W. Bush would deploy to the region.
Editor's Notes: Iran's threats to America: Why 'America First' must address the IRGC - comment
The US must address Iran’s ongoing aggression. An "America First" policy should target Iran's IRGC and disrupt its global operations to protect American interests.
US transported 6,000 Starlink terminals into Iran since January - WSJ
The US sent around 6,000 terminals to Iran in an unprecedented, direct attempt to deliver internet freedom to regime-stifled protestors, according to officials cited by the outlet.
US-led oil sales from Venezuela to bring in $5 billion in months, energy chief Wright tells NBC
Much of the oil is being refined in US refineries, and the administration of US President Donald Trump has handed over proceeds from the sales to Venezuela’s interim government, Chris Wright said.
Senior US health official Oz invited Epstein to Valentine's Day party, documents show
An email from Oz and his wife to Jeffrey Epstein has a subject line reading "Mehmet and Liza Oz's Valentine's Day Celebration" and contains a link to a digital invitation.
FBI releases description of suspect in Nancy Guthrie disappearance, raises reward for information
The suspect has been described by the FBI as a man of average build who is approximately 5’9” - 5’10” tall.
US Senate blocks Homeland Security funding, raising likelihood of shutdown
The legislation would have provided $64.4 billion through September 30 to cover immigration enforcement and other functions handled by DHS, including airport security and disaster response.
