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Publishing Date: 10 February 2026Desk: World News / Defence & Security Russia has escalated its war rhetoric dramatically, with senior figures and state-aligned commentators warning that “now is the time to strike,” openly threatening the United Kingdom with nuclear annihilation in language widely condemned by Western leaders. The remarks, aired across Russian state media platforms, have reignited fears of a wider global conflict and intensified concerns about World War Three...

Published: 10 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The latest corruption index has delivered a sobering message for two of the world’s most influential democracies. The United Kingdom and the United States have both fallen to their lowest recorded positions in the widely watched global corruption index, raising fresh concerns about political transparency and institutional trust. The new findings, compiled through expert assessments and business surveys,...

The English ChroniclePublishing Date: 10 February 2026Desk: US & International Politics In a startling and unconventional diplomatic outburst, US President Donald Trump has claimed that China will “terminate ALL ice hockey in Canada” — a remark widely characterised as unfounded — as part of his increasingly combative effort to block the opening of a major new border bridge linking the United States and Canada. Trump’s comments have drawn mockery and...

Desk: World / Asia-Pacific Affairs Australian police have defended their handling of violent clashes that erupted during a protest against the visit of Israel’s president, amid mounting scrutiny from civil liberties groups, politicians and sections of the public. The unrest, which unfolded in central Melbourne, has reignited debate over policing tactics, freedom of assembly and the deepening polarisation surrounding the Israel–Palestine conflict in Australia. Demonstrators had gathered to oppose the...

Japan has taken a historic step as it entrusts the leadership of the nation to its first female prime minister. With expectations high and scrutiny intense, the new premier faces both opportunities and challenges in steering one of the world’s largest economies through a period of domestic and international uncertainty. The announcement of her premiership marks a symbolic and practical shift in Japanese politics, traditionally dominated by male leaders. Analysts...

Published: 09 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Iran has intensified its crackdown on reformists, with top leaders of the Reformists Front arrested by the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps. These arrests, targeting figures close to President Masoud Pezeshkian, have raised alarm over the government's handling of recent protests, highlighting the fragile political landscape. The reformist crackdown has drawn attention as the country grapples with widespread unrest,...

Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur behind SpaceX, has once again set his sights on the stars — this time with a bold vision to establish a human settlement on the Moon within the next decade. Speaking at a recent space innovation conference, Musk outlined plans for what he described as a “permanent, self-sustaining lunar city,” igniting both excitement and scepticism among space scientists, industry experts, and the public. Musk’s ambition...

Published: 09 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Portugal election results have delivered a decisive presidential victory for moderate socialist António José Seguro, while also revealing a powerful surge in support for his far-right challenger, André Ventura. The Portugal election outcome reflects both stability in leadership and a shifting political mood among sections of the electorate. Voters turned out despite severe weather disruption, showing strong engagement...

Published: 09 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. A tense Sydney protest erupted into confrontation after police used pepper spray on demonstrators opposing Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s official visit to Australia. The Sydney protest drew thousands near Town Hall, where crowds gathered to voice political anger and humanitarian concerns. The event followed days of online mobilisation and public debate across Australia and the United Kingdom. Verified...

Published: 09 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Israel’s president Isaac Herzog began his four-day tour of Australia amid grief, security, and political tension, as the Herzog visit drew both solemn ceremonies and large public demonstrations. The Herzog visit opened in Sydney, where the president met survivors and families affected by the Bondi terror attack and attended a memorial event near the shoreline. The trip quickly...