A 24-year-old Afghan asylum seeker drove a car into a crowd in Munich, injuring 28 people, including children. The attack happened near a union protest. Police fired at the vehicle before arresting the suspect. Authorities said his asylum application was rejected, but he remained in Germany due to security concerns in Afghanistan. Some victims are seriously injured. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned the attack, calling it "horrible." He announced plans to resume deportations to Afghanistan. Security concerns are rising in Germany after similar attacks in recent months. The investigation is ongoing.

A UN report revealed that Hindus in Bangladesh faced violent mob attacks during the 2024 protests that led to Sheikh Hasina’s resignation. The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) found instances of arson, property destruction, and attacks on Hindu temples. The interim government, led by Nobel laureate Md Yunus, acknowledged 88 communal violence cases, mostly against Hindus. India had raised concerns over minority safety. The UN report also accused Hasina’s administration of human rights violations, including extrajudicial killings and systematic suppression of dissent. Many attacks occurred in historically tense areas like Thakurgaon and Sylhet.

US President Donald Trump will announce "reciprocal tariffs" at 11:30 PM (IST) before his meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 2:30 AM on February 14. Trump’s cryptic post, “Today is the big one: reciprocal tariffs!!!,” fueled speculation about trade measures targeting high tariffs on US imports. “It’s time to be reciprocal. If they charge us, we charge them,” Trump said earlier. The move may impact global trade and India-US relations. Modi, currently in Washington, will also meet Tesla CEO Elon Musk and US intelligence officials to discuss trade, defense, and strategic cooperation.

US President Donald Trump said he had "great talks" with Russia and Ukraine and sees a "good possibility" of ending the war. His remarks come as US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth insists Trump's peace efforts are not a betrayal of Ukraine. Some Ukrainians fear Trump might make a deal that favours Russia. Others believe his words may not lead to action. Meanwhile, Nato leaders met in Brussels to discuss defence spending and support for Ukraine. The war began in 2022 when Russia invaded Ukraine, eight years after taking Crimea. The world watches as talks continue.

A car drove into a crowd near Munich’s central train station, injuring 28 people. Police launched a large operation to investigate the incident. The driver was arrested and is not seen as a further threat. The crash happened near a protest linked to a Verdi union strike, reports said. The incident comes just before the Munich Security Conference, where US Vice President JD Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy are expected. Authorities are still verifying details. Last year, a similar attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg killed six people and injured 200.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for a 100,000 to 150,000-strong multinational force to secure Ukraine after a ceasefire, despite over 600,000 Russian troops occupying the country. European diplomats acknowledge the continent’s current inability to assemble such a force without U.S. involvement, which remains uncertain. One diplomat criticized the U.S. stance as premature, arguing it could embolden Russia to demand more in future negotiations. As the ceasefire talks approach, concerns grow over Europe’s readiness and Russia’s potential to exploit perceived diplomatic concessions.  

Elon Musk’s social media platform X will pay Donald Trump $10 million to settle a lawsuit over Trump’s 2021 ban following the January 6 Capitol attack. The lawsuit, initially filed against X under Jack Dorsey’s leadership, persisted despite Trump’s account being reinstated after Musk’s acquisition. This is the second such settlement, following Meta’s $25 million payout earlier this year. Trump’s legal team is now pursuing a similar settlement with Google. The settlement comes as Trump and Musk strengthen ties, with Musk recently appointed to lead a new government efficiency department.  

China's AI chatbot, DeepSeek, has rapidly gained prominence, rivaling platforms like ChatGPT. However, Uyghur communities express deep concern, alleging that the Chinese government is utilizing such technology to obscure and deny the reported genocide against the 12 million Uyghurs in Xinjiang. Rahima Mahmut, a Uyghur activist who fled China in 2000, stated, "The Chinese government is trying to erase the Uyghur people by employing AI to mislead the public." This development underscores fears that AI tools like DeepSeek could be manipulated to distort historical narratives and suppress information about human rights abuses.  

Donald Trump's repeated threats of tariffs and his proposal for Canada to become the "51st state" have stirred nationalistic sentiment in Canada. While his threats target Canada's trade, they have united Canadians in defending their sovereignty. As Trump pushes for harsher measures, the mood in Canada ranges from anxiety to defiance, influencing the political landscape ahead of federal elections. Leaders across Canada, including provincial premiers, are responding to Trump’s rhetoric with fierce patriotism, aiming to protect national interests and strengthen Canadian identity.  

European nations like the UK, France, and Germany are standing by Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. They emphasize Ukraine's right to decide its own path forward. This united front contrasts with the approach of the former president, who calls for immediate peace talks and promises a quick end to the war. The European allies' commitment underscores the global need for a peaceful resolution and diplomatic efforts to ensure long-term stability in the region.