MSM Geopolitical Reporting for 2026-02-12
Today’s western leaning web coverage of the West vs Russia conflict. Most of these sources are what forms popular opinion in the west regarding geopolitics and conflict in particular.
Securing The High North: MQ-9B SeaGuardian’s Role In Arctic Security
Branded Content: High north security patrol missions fit well with this uncrewed platform’s many roles and long endurance. The post Securing The High North: MQ-9B SeaGuardian’s Role In Arctic Security...
The War Zone
Feb 11, 2026 - twz.com
Understanding Integrated Missile Defense Systems
In an era where global security threats evolve rapidly, integrated missile defense systems (IMDS) stand as a cornerstone of modern military strategy. These sophisticated networks are designed to detec...
Aviation and Defense Market Reports
Feb 11, 2026 - aviationanddefensemarketreports.com
Russia and India: What does the future hold for trade relations?
Together, Russia and India can make a significant contribution to addressing security challenges in Eurasia and beyond.
Strategic Culture Foundation
Feb 11, 2026 - strategic-culture.su
As naval combat evolves, there will be few ‘safe havens’ in a future war
U.S. sailors have fought against enemy drones and missiles in the Red Sea. A war against China would involve the type of combat at sea that last took place in World War II. The post As naval combat ev...
Task & Purpose
Feb 11, 2026 - taskandpurpose.com
Ukraine isn’t counterattacking to win ground. It’s racing to fortify before 715,000 Russians attack
With the Russian cut off from Starlink, the Ukrainians have the edge for now. Instead of attempting a risky counteroffensive, Ukrainian troops in the southeast are fighting to firm up their defenses.
Russo-Ukrainian war 2022-2026 news - Euromaidan Press
Feb 11, 2026 - euromaidanpress.com
Russia's Starlink Setback: Will Moscow Snap Back From A New Battlefield Blow In Ukraine?
The loss of access to Starlink satellite Internet service comes at a crucial time in Russia's war on Ukraine. As Moscow scrambles for short-term fixes and longer-term alternatives for battlefield comm...
Russia Invades Ukraine - Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty
Feb 11, 2026 - rferl.org
Pentagon Is Making A Naughty Or Nice List Of Defense Contractors
Beset by delays, cost overruns and long waiting lists for critical weapons, the Pentagon says it is changing the way it will be doing business. The post Pentagon Is Making A Naughty Or Nice List Of De...
The War Zone
Feb 11, 2026 - twz.com
UK to join NATO’s US arms-buying scheme for Ukraine
London will contribute £150 million to the PURL program, as allies increasingly come under pressure to supply weapons to Ukraine.
War in Ukraine – POLITICO
Feb 11, 2026 - politico.eu
Claims Swirl Around Government’s Response To Cartel Drone Threat That Prompted El Paso Airspace Closure
The shutdown of airspace over El Paso highlights the still vexing nature of drone threats over the United States. The post Claims Swirl Around Government’s Response To Cartel Drone Threat That Prompte...
The War Zone
Feb 11, 2026 - twz.com
Recruits will no longer need a REAL ID to fly to basic training
Under a new screening process, military recruits do not need to show a REAL ID or pay a $45 fee to get past security checkpoints for flights to basic training. The post Recruits will no longer need a ...
Task & Purpose
Feb 11, 2026 - taskandpurpose.com
Pauses Without Peace: What Last Year’s Ceasefires Reveal About Global Conflict Management
What if the United States isn’t ending wars, just interrupting them?Since returning to the White House, President Donald Trump — who has repeatedly described himself as a “President of Peace” — has in...
War on the Rocks
Feb 11, 2026 - warontherocks.com
Satellite Imagery Points To Possible Russian Oreshnik Missile Site In Belarus
A fresh satellite image obtained by RFE/RL shows that the development of a military installation is proceeding apace at a former Soviet airfield in Belarus. The image shows what may be vehicles from a...
Russia Invades Ukraine - Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty
Feb 11, 2026 - rferl.org
NATO Ministers Seek Unity As Arctic Security And Spending Targets Come Into Focus
NATO defense ministers are meeting in Brussels to mend transatlantic strains and map out how all 32 allies will meet a 5 percent defense spending goal by 2035, as Arctic security, Greenland tensions, ...
Russia Invades Ukraine - Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty
Feb 11, 2026 - rferl.org
Does Netanyahu’s upcoming visit with Trump signal a U.S. attack on Iran?
Pressure is building on Donald Trump to attack Iran. Besides the US carrier strike group that is positioned in the Arabian Sea south of Iran, the US is marshaling a significant number of air assets — ...
Strategic Culture Foundation
Feb 11, 2026 - strategic-culture.su
Ukraine war latest: Russian losses in Ukraine 'astonishing,' former MI6 chief says
Key developments on Feb. 11Russian losses in Ukraine 'astonishing,' former MI6 chief says;Russian strike on Kharkiv Oblast killed 3 toddlers and their father, pregnant mother injured;Ukraine confirms ...
The Kyiv Independent
Feb 11, 2026 - kyivindependent.com
Orbán slams EU membership plan for Ukraine as ‘declaration of war’
Hungarian prime minister says Brussels and Kyiv want to see him lose crucial April election.
War in Ukraine – POLITICO
Feb 11, 2026 - politico.eu
US Lawmakers Target Russian Mercenary Groups As Terrorist Organizations
A bipartisan coalition of US lawmakers is seeking to tighten the legal and financial vise on Russia's global mercenary network, introducing legislation on February 10 that would designate the Kremlin'...
Russia Invades Ukraine - Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty
Feb 11, 2026 - rferl.org
Terrorismo e sabotaggio, ormai Kiev è senza speranza
La guerra in Ucraina è caratterizzata da un profondo squilibrio in termini di risorse, armamenti e potenziale industriale. È diventata una carneficina così feroce che persino gli stessi ucraini non cr...
Strategic Culture Foundation
Feb 11, 2026 - strategic-culture.su
Why Ukraine refuses to abandon Pokrovsk, explained
As global attention has shifted to Ukraine’s energy crisis, the fighting on the eastern front has not slowed. The Kyiv Independent’s Francis Farrell speaks with Volodymyr Polevyi, head of public affai...
The Kyiv Independent
Feb 11, 2026 - kyivindependent.com
Putin and Trump's accelerating power-meltdown.
The sheer and utter desperation of Putin as he loses his war with Ukraine is best illustrated by,"South African President Cyril Ramaphosa held talks on Tuesday with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin ...
Ukraine Crisis and Putin
Feb 11, 2026 - ukukraine.blogspot.com
Pentagon-FAA dispute over lasers to thwart cartel drones led to airspace closure, AP sources say
The FAA reopened the airspace hours after it announced a 10-day closure.
Military – Daily Press
Feb 11, 2026 - dailypress.com
Bundesbank boss: New reality calls for more EU debt
Joachim Nagel's shift on eurobonds reflects today's "different reality," he told POLITICO.
War in Ukraine – POLITICO
Feb 11, 2026 - politico.eu
France’s 2027 presidential election race is already in full swing
The contest to succeed Emmanuel Macron is more than a year away, but politicians are already in campaign mode.
War in Ukraine – POLITICO
Feb 11, 2026 - politico.eu
Ukraine confirms drone strike on Russia's Volgograd oil refinery, Rubicon barracks in occupied Zaporizhzhia Oblast
submitted by /u/BlackWolfHowling
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
How 'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' struggles with uncomfortable truths of wartime Russia
"I wish I could be as brave as them," says Pavel Talankin, a school videographer in the industrial town of Karabash, speaking of Russians who protested the invasion of Ukraine in its first days. "But ...
The Kyiv Independent
Feb 11, 2026 - kyivindependent.com
Marine Corps says Ospreys are getting a safety-focused overhaul
Marine Corps officials released an Aviation Plan that detailed five major overhauls for the MV-22 Osprey fleet, including gearboxes made of harder steel. The post Marine Corps says Ospreys are getting...
Task & Purpose
Feb 11, 2026 - taskandpurpose.com
War in Ukraine today: latest news, 11 February 2026 (photo)
It has been the 1449 th day of the Ukrainian resistance to the russian military aggression. What happened in Ukraine today: Here is operational information of the General Staff as of 4 pm: Sinc...
News - Ukrainian Women's Guard
Feb 11, 2026 - uavarta.org
Why Russia’s Export Failures Matter For India
In 2022, Vasabjit Banerjee and Benjamin Tkach wrote, “After Ukraine, Where Will India Buy Its Weapons,” where they explore India’s various defense systems acquisition relationships. Four years later, ...
War on the Rocks
Feb 11, 2026 - warontherocks.com
Sweet Nothings: Rutte’s Trump-Whispering Is Counterproductive
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte might have been the only European in the room who enjoyed President Donald Trump’s lengthy, meandering speech last month at the World Economic Forum at Davos. He was ...
War on the Rocks
Feb 11, 2026 - warontherocks.com
Estonian Foreign Intelligence: Russia Is Building a Large Drone Force and Replenishing Ammunition Stockpiles for Another War While Fighting in Ukraine
submitted by /u/esporx
Reddit : Welcome to Ukraine - Ласкаво просимо в Україну!
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
Ukrainian drones reportedly strike Russia's Volgograd oil refinery
submitted by /u/AdSpecialist6598
Reddit : Welcome to Ukraine - Ласкаво просимо в Україну!
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
Russian War Losses Now Exceed Recruitment, Western Officials Say
submitted by /u/bloomberg
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
NATO says Czechia finds large number of heavy-calibre shells for Ukraine, fundraising continues
submitted by /u/BlackWolfHowling
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
Putin’s War Chest Drained by Big Discounts That Keep Oil Flowing
submitted by /u/bloomberg
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
Ukraine’s army clears Kharkiv oblast village Russia recently claimed as taken, military reports
submitted by /u/murphystruggles
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
Zelenskyy plans spring elections alongside referendum on peace deal after US push
submitted by /u/financialtimes
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
Ruta Missile Developer Presents Lord Deep Strike Drone With Range of Over 1,000 km
submitted by /u/Mil_in_ua
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
Ay, Babilonia: El «Papa polaco»
Estimados lectores, hoy les traemos un artículo muy especial del ex inspector de armamento de Estados Unidos, Scott Ritter en su página propia.
Strategic Culture Foundation
Feb 11, 2026 - strategic-culture.su
Ukraine ready to hold new round of talks with Russia in US on Feb. 17-18. Moscow yet to confirm
According to the president, the negotiations would be hosted by the U.S. and will take place on Feb. 17 and Feb. 18. The talks, however, depend on Russia's agreement to take part, something that Ukrai...
The Kyiv Independent
Feb 11, 2026 - kyivindependent.com
Ukraine needs 'specific date' for entry into EU, Zelensky says
"I am absolutely confident that if ... there is no date, then Russia will do everything to block the process," President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Feb. 11.
The Kyiv Independent
Feb 11, 2026 - kyivindependent.com
Zelensky won't announce elections on war anniversary amid talks of US-driven timeline
Editor's Note: The article was updated following President Volodymyr Zelensky's comments.As of now, President Volodymyr Zelensky does not plan to announce presidential elections or a referendum on a p...
The Kyiv Independent
Feb 11, 2026 - kyivindependent.com
Zelenskyy planning elections in Ukraine and vote on peace deal
Trump administration has pressured Ukrainian leader to hold both votes by May 15 or risk losing security guarantees
War in Ukraine
Feb 11, 2026 - ft.com
Russian Disinformation in Washington: How the ROCOR Group Poses as Ukrainian Persecution Victims to Influence U.S. Policy
$1 submitted by /u/OkPerformance1868
Reddit : Welcome to Ukraine - Ласкаво просимо в Україну!
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
Dear Reddit! Today, I am asking for your help in purchasing four charging stations for our defenders. One station is for Kherson, one for Zaporizhia, and two for Pokrovsk. Mr. Alexei has already purchased two. We still need $2,400. More details in the comments.
submitted by /u/CF_Siveryany
Reddit : Welcome to Ukraine - Ласкаво просимо в Україну!
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
Ukrainian aviation carried out a series of strikes on Russian positions located in the city and on the southern outskirts of Stepnohirsk in the Zaporizhzhia direction. February 2026
submitted by /u/GermanDronePilot
Reddit : Welcome to Ukraine - Ласкаво просимо в Україну!
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
Belgorod, Russia, is under Ukrainian missile attack again. 11.02.2026
submitted by /u/GermanDronePilot
Reddit : Welcome to Ukraine - Ласкаво просимо в Україну!
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
Drones Strike Lukoil Oil Refinery in Volgograd for Ninth Time, Massive Fire Erupts
submitted by /u/Mil_in_ua
Reddit : Welcome to Ukraine - Ласкаво просимо в Україну!
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
Major Lukoil Refinery in Volgograd Catches Fire as 108 Drone Barrage Strikes Russia. A drone attack sparked a fire at Lukoil’s Volgograd refinery overnight, OSINT analysts say, marking at least the ninth strike on the facility since Russia’s full-scale invasion.
submitted by /u/MaryADraper
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
Why Putin's guns are set to flood Britain
submitted by /u/theipaper
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
Defense Forces liberate Kosivtseve in Zaporizhzhia region from Russian troops
submitted by /u/BlackWolfHowling
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
Ukrainian Air Force Conducts Airstrikes on Enemy Positions in Stepnohirsk
submitted by /u/No-Meal2561
Reddit : News & Events Surrounding Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Feb 11, 2026 - reddit.com
YFQ-42 Fighter Drone To Test USMC’s Autonomy ‘Brain’ Alongside Crewed Jets
General Atomics' YFQ-42 has been selected by the Marines to test how CCAs will think and fight with the MAGTF. The post YFQ-42 Fighter Drone To Test USMC’s Autonomy ‘Brain’ Alongside Crewed Jets appe...
The War Zone
Feb 10, 2026 - twz.com
Ukraine confirms drone strike on Russia's Volgograd oil refinery, Rubicon barracks in occupied Zaporizhzhia Oblast
Ukrainian drones targeted Russia's Volgograd oil refinery overnight Feb. 11, setting the site ablaze, local media reported.
The Kyiv Independent
Feb 10, 2026 - kyivindependent.com
War in Ukraine today: latest news, 10 February 2026 (photo)
It has been the 1448 th day of the Ukrainian resistance to the russian military aggression. What happened in Ukraine today: Here is operational information of the General Staff as of 4 pm: The ...
News - Ukrainian Women's Guard
Feb 10, 2026 - uavarta.org
Olympic Officials Ban Ukrainian’s Helmet Honoring War Dead
Vladyslav Heraskevych said he would risk disqualification to wear a helmet that the International Olympic Committee said defied a ban on political speech.
NYT > Russia-Ukraine War
Feb 10, 2026 - nytimes.com
‘Remembrance is not a violation’: Ukrainian luger backs colleague after IOC bars helmet honoring athletes killed in war
$1 submitted by /u/KI_official
Reddit : Welcome to Ukraine - Ласкаво просимо в Україну!
Feb 10, 2026 - reddit.com
L’Europa cerca di sottrarsi alla morsa degli Stati Uniti ma manca di autonomia strategica
Scioccata dalle rivendicazioni statunitensi sulla Groenlandia, in difficoltà a causa dei dazi di Trump ma sotto scacco della finanza nordamericana, l’Unione Europea prova a reagire siglando due accord...