Military Space News, Nuclear Weapons, Missile Defense
February 16, 2026
NUKEWARS
European debate over nuclear weapons gains pace



Munich, Germany (AFP) Feb 14, 2026
NATO chief Mark Rutte said Saturday no one in Europe was pushing to replace the United States' nuclear umbrella, after Germany said it was talking to France about its nuclear deterrence. "I think every discussion in Europe making sure that collectively the nuclear deterrence is even stronger, fine, but nobody is arguing in Europe to do this as a sort of replacement of the nuclear umbrella of the United States," the NATO secretary general told journalists at the Munich Security Conference. "Ever ... read more

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N. Korea's Kim praises bravery of soldiers fighting for Russia
Seoul (AFP) Feb 13, 2026
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un paid tribute to the 'matchless bravery' of his country's soldiers fighting in Russia's war with Ukraine as he visited a memorial being built to those killed in the conflict, state media reported Saturday. ... more
NUKEWARS
Kim unveils homes for kin of N. Korean troops killed aiding Russia: KCNA
Seoul (AFP) Feb 16, 2026
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un touted a newly built street of flats for families of soldiers killed supporting Russia's war against Ukraine, state media reported Monday, with photos showing him accompanied by his daughter. ... more
MILTECH
KRATOMade Explains Kratom Legality Map - Guiding Consumers With Clarity
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 16, 2026
Understanding kratom laws can feel tricky for new and experienced users alike. KRATOMade has made it easier by explaining the kratom legality map clearly and straightforwardly. ... more
NUKEWARS
UN nuclear watchdog chief says Iran inspection accord 'terribly difficult'
Munich, Germany (AFP) Feb 13, 2026
The head of the UN nuclear watchdog Rafael Grossi said Friday that reaching an accord with Iran on inspections of its processing facilities was possible but 'terribly difficult'. ... more
MILTECH
Searching For Kava Wholesale Near Me - Mitra9 Combines Quality and Convenience
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 16, 2026
Kava has become a popular choice for businesses looking to expand their beverage offerings, and finding a trusted wholesale supplier is key. Mitra9 has emerged as a go-to brand, combining top-quality products with a convenient ordering experience. ... more
NUKEWARS
Swiss say Oman to host US-Iran talks in Geneva next week
Geneva (AFP) Feb 14, 2026
Switzerland said Saturday that Oman would host talks between the United States and Iran in Geneva next week, with Washington pushing Tehran to make a deal to limit its nuclear programme. ... more
NUKEWARS
Netanyahu says all enriched uranium 'has to leave Iran'
Jerusalem (AFP) Feb 15, 2026
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that any deal between the United States and Iran must involve the removal of all enriched uranium from Iran as well as Tehran's ability to enrich more. ... more
NUKEWARS
Iran FM heads to Geneva ; Witkoff, Kushner to represent US at nuke talks
Washington, United States (AFP) Feb 16, 2026
US President Donald Trump's top envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner will head to Geneva this week for talks with Iranian negotiators over Tehran's nuclear program, the White House confirmed on Sunday. ... more

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Iran says ready for nuclear compromise if US lifts sanctions
Tehran (AFP) Feb 15, 2026
Iran is ready to compromise on its stockpile of highly enriched uranium in exchange for US sanctions being lifted, its deputy foreign minister said in a BBC interview published Sunday. ... more
SUPERPOWERS
Four takeaways from the Munich Security Conference
Munich, Germany Feb 15, 2026
Team Trump sends a soothing message as Europeans vow to boost defences, the Ukraine war grinds on and China makes some bold pledges. ... more
SUPERPOWERS
EU top diplomat rejects Europe 'bashing' by US as calls grow for a US reset
Munich, Germany (AFP) Feb 15, 2026
EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas pushed back Sunday against Europe 'bashing' by the United States, as she said Russia must be forced to make concessions in talks to end the Ukraine war. ... more
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Japan protests China comments on reviving 'militarism'
Tokyo (AFP) Feb 16, 2026
Tokyo said it had lodged a 'stern demarche' to China through diplomatic channels after Beijing's top diplomat Wang Yi accused 'far-right forces' in Japan of seeking to revive militarism. ... more
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French prosecutors announce special team for Epstein files
Paris, France (AFP) Feb 14, 2026
The Paris prosecutor's office on Saturday announced it was setting up a special team of magistrates to analyse evidence that could implicate French nationals in the crimes of the convicted US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. ... more
SUPERPOWERS
UK's Starmer urges 'sleeping giant' Europe to curb dependence on US
Munich, Germany (AFP) Feb 13, 2026
British leader Keir Starmer will tell the Munich Security Conference that Europe is 'a sleeping giant' and must rely less on the United States for its defence, his office said Friday. ... more
CYBER WARS
China FM wants to work with Canadian counterpart to 'eliminate interference'
Munich, Germany (AFP) Feb 15, 2026
China's foreign minister Wang Yi told his Canadian counterpart Anita Anand their two countries should work to 'eliminate interference', as they met on the sidelines of a security conference on Saturday. ... more
TAIWAN NEWS
China warns US 'plotting' on Taiwan could lead to 'confrontation'
Munich, Germany (AFP) Feb 14, 2026
Beijing's top diplomat Wang Yi warned the United States on Saturday against 'plotting' on Taiwan, saying it could lead to a 'confrontation' with China. ... more
FLOATING STEEL
Japan releases arrested Chinese fishing boat captain: media
Tokyo (AFP) Feb 14, 2026
Japan released a Chinese fishing boat captain on Friday night, one day after his arrest, local media reported. ... more
FLOATING STEEL
Trump sending second aircraft carrier to pile pressure on Iran
Washington, United States (AFP) Feb 13, 2026
US President Donald Trump said Friday he was sending a second aircraft carrier group to the Middle East - warning it would be a 'bad day for Iran' if it fails to make a deal on its nuclear program. ... more
FLOATING STEEL
Australia unveils initial US$2.8 billion for new nuclear subs facility
Sydney (AFP) Feb 15, 2026
Australia unveiled AU$3.9 billion (US$2.8 billion) in spending on Sunday as a 'down payment' on a new facility to build nuclear submarines under the tripartite AUKUS security pact with Britain and the United States. ... more
WAR REPORT
Syria FM says talks with Israel exclude broader Golan Heights issue
Munich, Germany (AFP) Feb 14, 2026
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani said on Saturday that negotiations on a security deal with Israel were focused on areas Israel has recently occupied and excluded the broader issue of the Golan Heights. ... more
THE STANS
US court rules Marine can keep adopted Afghan war orphan
Washington, United States (AFP) Feb 13, 2026
A US court sided Thursday with a Marine and his wife in their controversial adoption of a baby they returned from Afghanistan, despite a legal challenge from the girl's alleged relatives. ... more
WAR REPORT
China FM says Europe 'cannot be a spectator' on Ukraine
Munich, Germany (AFP) Feb 14, 2026
China's foreign minister said Saturday that Europe 'cannot be a spectator' when it comes to Ukraine and that Beijing hopes the bloc will come up with a plan to resolve the conflict. ... more
AFRICA NEWS
Burkina jihadist attacks on army leave at least 10 dead
Abidjan (AFP) Feb 15, 2026
Suspected Islamist militants attacked an army unit in northern Burkina Faso Sunday, the latest in a series of alleged jihadist attacks that have killed at least 10 people in four days, security sources told AFP. ... more
UAV NEWS
Raytheon demonstrates recoverable Coyote system against drone swarms
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 13, 2026
Raytheon, an RTX business, has demonstrated the Coyote Block 3 Non-Kinetic system defeating multiple drone swarms during a recent U.S. Army exercise in the United States. The event highlighted the s ... more
TECH SPACE
NGA taps Vantor for AI change detection from space
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 10, 2026
Vantor has secured a 5.3 million dollar Luno B contract with the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency to provide AI powered global change detection services that support NGA mapping and intellige ... more
TECH SPACE
Momentus and NASA plan joint mission to test orbital servicing technologies
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 10, 2026
Momentus Inc. has entered into a Space Act Agreement with NASA for a new low Earth orbit mission that will test technologies for in-orbit servicing, assembly, and autonomous operations. The collabor ... more
TECH SPACE
ReOrbit and Google Cloud develop orbital space cloud network
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 10, 2026
ReOrbit has launched Space Cloud, a multi year initiative to build a distributed network of software enabled satellites that can move and process data securely in orbit, in collaboration with Google ... more
CYBER WARS
Beijing vows 'measures' after CIA Chinese-language recruitment ad
Beijing (AFP) Feb 13, 2026
Beijing will take 'all necessary measures' against foreign espionage activities, the foreign ministry said Friday, after the US spy agency issued a recruitment video targeting Chinese military personnel. ... more
FLOATING STEEL
Japan seizes Chinese fishing vessel, arrests captain
Tokyo (AFP) Feb 13, 2026
Japan seized a Chinese fishing boat and arrested its skipper, authorities said Friday, an incident that could deepen a spat between the Asian giants. ... more
SUPERPOWERS
The Decline and Fall of Donald Trump
New York NY (SPX) Feb 13, 2026
As Donald Trump's decline begins, his fall is unlikely to look like a thunderclap so much as a tide going out. One by one, the people and institutions that once swore they would follow him anywhere ... more
TECH SPACE
AI's bitter rivalry heads to Washington
Washington, United States (AFP) Feb 13, 2026
Anthropic's major donation to a political group that competes with an OpenAI-backed organization has highlighted a bitter rift over AI regulation - a key issue heading into the US midterm elections. ... more
TAIWAN NEWS
US lawmakers urge 'significant' defense spending hike in Taiwan; Taiwan opposition party agrees to consider defence bill
Washington, United States (AFP) Feb 13, 2026
Dozens of lawmakers from the United States on Thursday urged Taiwan's political parties to support 'significant' defense spending increases, warning that the threat from China 'has never been greater.' ... more
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