February 18th, 2026: Ukrainian Troops Make Fastest Gains Since 2023 & U.S. Boots On The Ground In Nigeria
- Ukraine reclaims 201 square kilometers in five days, marking its fastest territorial gains since 2023.
- U.S. deploys 100 troops to Nigeria to support counterterrorism operations against Boko Haram and ISIS-West Africa.
- India seizes three U.S.-sanctioned oil tankers linked to Iran,
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