Tragedy Strikes Canada: Tumbler Ridge School Shooting Leaves Community in Shock – 2/12/2026, 4:24:33 PM

Top world news stories as of February 12, 2026, include a deadly school shooting in Canada’s Tumbler Ridge, ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict with fresh attacks, Bangladesh’s post-uprising election, and diplomatic tensions involving Iran, NATO, and EU responses to global pressures.[1][2][4][5]

Canada in Mourning After Tumbler Ridge School Shooting

A mass shooting at a high school in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, killed at least 9 people, including 5 teens and a teacher, with 25 injured; the RCMP identified the shooter, and the community remains in shock.[2][4] Canadian leaders, including Prime Minister Carney and opposition figures like Poilievre, expressed solidarity, calling for national unity amid the tragedy.[2]

Russia Launches Attacks Amid Stalled Ukraine Peace Talks

Russia fired 219 drones, 24 ballistic missiles, and a guided missile at Ukrainian cities like Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, and Odesa overnight, injuring several including children and damaging infrastructure.[5] Ukraine accuses Russia of delaying US-brokered talks proposed for next week in Miami or Abu Dhabi, with a June deadline for a deal; Kremlin confirms talks “soon” but provides no details.[5]

Bangladesh Holds First Election Post-2024 Uprising

Polls opened in Bangladesh for its first election since the 2024 Gen Z-led uprising ousted Prime Minister Hasina, marking a pivotal political shift.[1]

US-Israel-Iran Nuclear Tensions and Epstein Files Clash

Trump insisted to Netanyahu that US talks with Iran continue over its nuclear program, despite Israel’s security concerns raised in a closed-door meeting.[3][4] In the US, Rep. Massie clashed with Pam Bondi over redactions in Epstein files, calling it a “massive failure,” amid heated congressional exchanges.[2]

EU and NATO Respond to Global Pressures

EU leaders met in Belgium to counter pressures from Russia, China, and Trump; debates include trade capitulation claims, migrant deaths (524 since January), and asylum transfers.[3][4][8] NATO launched a new Arctic defense initiative following a Greenland crisis, while the US VP announced Azerbaijan partnerships aiding Armenia-Azerbaijan peace.[3]

Other Notable Developments

• Olympics: Milano-Cortina 2026 saw Canada’s Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier win bronze in ice dance; organizers will fix broken medals.[2]
• US Politics: Democrats forced a vote on Trump tariffs with Republican defections.[2][3]
• Iran: President and protesters reject US demands in nuclear talks.[2]
• Entertainment: Britney Spears sold her music catalog for $200 million.[2]

These stories reflect the most prominent headlines from major outlets, with the Tumbler Ridge tragedy and Ukraine conflict dominating coverage.[1][2][4][5]