Ukraine Aid Surges, Cuba Faces Energy Crisis, and US-Iran Tensions Escalate in February 2026 Headlines – 2/13/2026, 8:28:42 PM

Top world news headlines as of February 13, 2026, include ongoing Ukraine conflict aid, Winter Olympics controversies, Cuba’s energy crisis amid US blockade, severe weather in Europe, and US-Iran tensions.

Ukraine-Russia Conflict

UK and allies pledge billions in additional military aid to Ukraine amid continued fighting against Russia[1][2]. Ukrainian skeleton racer Heraskevych disqualified from Olympics over “helmet of remembrance,” confirmed by IOC[1].

Cuba Energy Crisis

Cuba faces deepening energy shortages and humanitarian collapse due to US oil blockade and tightened embargo under Trump; Mexican aid ships arrive in Havana, UN warns of rising infant mortality, airlines send empty flights for stranded travelers, and travel advisory remains[1][2][3][5]. US Energy Secretary visits Venezuela to gain control over its oil industry following Trump’s military actions there[2].

US Domestic and Immigration News with Global Ties

ICE ends Minnesota immigration crackdown (“Operation Metro Surge”) after 4,000+ detentions, clashes, tear gas use, and fatal shootings of Renée Good and Alex Pretti, who ICE chief admits were not domestic terrorists[1][2][3][4]. Trump revokes “endangerment finding” on climate change, repeals regulatory powers[1][4]. FBI intensifies search for abducted Nancy Guthrie (Savannah Guthrie’s mother), releases doorbell video of masked suspect[2][4]. US threatens to block Gordie Howe bridge opening; agriculture backs CUSMA review[1].

Europe Weather and Olympics

Portuguese army evacuates thousands due to heavy rain and winds battering Iberian Peninsula; Storm Nils causes deaths, flooding, and power cuts in France[1][5]. Milano-Cortina Olympics: Canada wins medals in skeleton events; broken medals to be fixed[1].

Middle East and Other Global Tensions

US orders second aircraft carrier to Middle East amid high tensions with Iran; Trump weighs military action on nuclear sites, Iran condemns US demands[2][5]. Federal judge orders return of 140 Venezuelans from El Salvador prison as blow to Trump’s deportations[2]. Epstein-related: US clashes over file redactions, Norway charges ex-PM with corruption tied to Epstein[1][2].

Other Notable Stories

Tumbler Ridge, Canada school shooting: Victims mourned, questions on gun access, father’s statement[1]. El Paso airspace closure linked to Mexican cartel drones[1].