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Former Kosovo President Thaci tells Hague court he is ‘completely innocent’ in war crimes trial

Former Kosovo President Thaci tells Hague court he is ‘completely innocent’ in war crimes trial

Prosecutors seek 45-year sentence for former Kosovo Liberation Army leaders in war crimes trial

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Iran, Russia to hold joint naval drill in Gulf of Oman
18.02.2026

Iran, Russia to hold joint naval drill in Gulf of Oman

Exercise aims to expand maritime cooperation; Russian commander signals readiness for broader joint drills, reports IRNA

Senior Russian military official acknowledges Starlink terminals disabled for 2 weeks
18.02.2026

Senior Russian military official acknowledges Starlink terminals disabled for 2 weeks

‘This has not affected intensity and effectiveness of unmanned systems,’ deputy defense minister tells state television

Türkiye a staunch ally, valued contributor to shared security: NATO
18.02.2026

Türkiye a staunch ally, valued contributor to shared security: NATO

NATO spokesperson highlights Türkiye’s 74-year role as a key ally and contributor to collective security

Morning Briefing: Feb. 18, 2026
18.02.2026

Morning Briefing: Feb. 18, 2026

Anadolu’s recap of top stories from around the globe

Russian Navy will break any blockade if West continues detaining country's tankers: Official
18.02.2026

Russian Navy will break any blockade if West continues detaining country's tankers: Official

Head of Russia's Maritime Board says Russia is building a 'balanced fleet' to counter Western 'corsairs' in updated naval program to 2050