Asia Palestine Israeli settlers set fire to two mosques north of Ramallah, in the occupied West Bank, and spraied the word "revenge" on walls, according to local witnesses, in an unprecedented episode of escalating hostilities
Africa Algeria On the occasion of International Women's Day, General Saïd Chanegriha presided over an Iftar ceremony in honour of female personnel, military and civilian, of the Ministry of National Defence, and female executives from the constituted bodies
Europe Ireland The first new homes at the site of the former Central Mental Hospital in Dundrum, south Dublin, are expected to be completed by the end of 2028, after High Court has cleared the way to resuming works
Oceania Micronesia The First Lady of FSM, Madam Ancelly Simina, joined women leaders and community members in Chuuk State to commemorate International Women’s Day; This year’s celebration also marked the 16th anniversary of the establishment of the Chuuk Women’s Council
Europe Belarus Raman Svirydzenka has claimed gold in the cross-country skiing men’s sprint classic - LW2-LW9 categories (standing with limb impairments) - at the 2026 Paralympics in Italy, competing under Belarus flag
Asia Armenia The European Union Mission in Armenia EUMA conducted its 8.000th patrol, noting that it remains committed to the strengthening of peace and stability in the region, and that EUMA teams will continue patrol activities in support of this goal
America Argentina Oil prices above 100 dollars due to the Middle East conflict have benefited Argentina, President Miliei said, as the country improved its trade terms as a net energy exporter and has expected stronger exports and grains sales
Africa Sudan Sudan’s army in White Nile State warned of the risks posed by unexploded ordnance in residential areas following a series of drone attacks by the Rapid Support Forces in the city of Kosti, calling for terror listing for the organization
America Belize Archaeologists have uncovered well-preserved Maya wooden structures in a tropical wetland site in Belize dating from 800 to 1.500 AD, revealing evidence that communities have continued living there after the collapse of major Maya cities
Europe Lithuania Over 300 cases of GPS signal interference in Lithuanian airspace have been reported by pilots since the beginning of 2026; authorities say satellite navigation jamming, allegedly linked to Russia, is continuing in the region
America Honduras 4 billion lempiras, or over €130 million, were placed in domestic bonds this February with interest rates ranging between 9,10% and 12,20% according to report from the Ministry of Finance
Africa Ivory Coast In the frame of the reform of the Ivorian education system, several competitive examinations and teaching assessments were launched at the Cocody Modern High School in Abidjan; new staff will strengthen administrative and pedagogical support of schools
America Colombia Parliamentary elections were held in Colombia on 8 March 2026 following a campaign period marred by the killings of over 60 political and community leaders and figures, including a presidential candidate; 126.000 law enforcement officers were deployed
Africa Mali Mali is facing an energy crisis, with power plants in Bamako unable to supply more than six hours of electricity daily due to technical failures, fuel shortages and structural weaknesses, causing widespread outages for households and businesses