Libre News of The World. Wednesday the 11th of February 2026

Subscribe today so you never miss an episode! Today on Libre News of The World we covered Air Canada pausing flights to Cuba amid fuel shortages (https://globalnews.ca/news/11659404/air-canada-suspends-flights-cuba-feb-2026/), the United States boarding a sanctioned oil tanker as part of Venezuela pressure efforts (https://apnews.com/article/pentagon-oil-tanker-boarded-sanctions-trump-4f414338f38aad774ce732ddd1ac7796), and shifting political dynamics in Central America following Donald Trump’s talks with regional leaders (https://www.prensalibre.com/guatemala/las-reuniones-de-trump-con-presidentes-bukele-y-asfura-mueve-piezas-en-centroamerica/). We reported on economic and security pressures across the Caribbean (https://english.elpais.com/international/2026-02-09/facing-economic-collapse-a-cornered-cuba-is-forced-into-dialogue-with-the-us.html), Brazil’s inflation outlook, Carnival season and strategic mineral partnerships (https://www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article/india-talks-over-critical-minerals-deals-with-brazil-canada-france-netherlands-2026-02-10/), and Colombia grappling with floods, trade tensions and security concerns (https://www.trtworld.com/article/4db65ee085e7). In Asia-Pacific, we examined Australia’s protest tensions and defence moves (https://www.timesofisrael.com/australia-urges-calm-after-violent-clashes-in-sydney-over-herzog-visit/), New Zealand’s energy security plans (https://weather.metoffice.gov.uk/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings), and Japan’s economic and security balancing act (https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/02/10/japan-economy-security-news/). Coverage continued across South Korea (https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2026/02/09/foreign-minister-us-security-package/6041770688635/), Vietnam’s tourism surge (https://vietnamnews.vn/economy/1765455/vietnamese-businesses-seek-chance-to-expand-market-at-fruit-logistica-2026.html), Africa’s climate and economic crossroads (https://www.africa-newsroom.com/news/africas-strategies-against-climate-crisis-and-conflict?lang=en), Turkey’s diplomatic push (https://www.dailysabah.com/politics/diplomacy/erdogan-kicks-off-2026-diplomatic-blitz-with-saudi-arabia-egypt-trips), Saudi Arabia’s Hajj and investment preparations (https://m.economictimes.com/nri/visit/saudi-arabia-begins-issuing-visas-for-2026-hajj-season/articleshow/128099213.cms), and Egypt’s Red Sea development plans (https://www.france24.com/en/france/20260202-delayed-french-budget-finally-through-paves-way-for-macron-military-spending-boost). We also reported on Iran’s internal crackdowns (https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-february-9-2026), Israel’s West Bank measures (https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/2/8/israel-security-cabinet-approves-rules-to-increase-control-over-west-bank), France’s budget and election climate (https://www.france24.com/en/france/20260202-delayed-french-budget-finally-through-paves-way-for-macron-military-spending-boost), developments in Italy (https://www.mariettatimes.com/news/international-news-apwire/2026/02/enemies-of-italy-meloni-condemns-anti-olympics-actions-in-milan/), Spain (https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/02/09/spains-rail-strike-called-off-after-government-and-unions-reach-agreement/), Portugal (https://novaramedia.com/2026/02/10/portugal-elects-socialist-antonio-jose-seguro/), Azerbaijan (https://www.trend.az/azerbaijan/business/4151345.html), the UK and Scotland’s flooding challenges (https://weather.metoffice.gov.uk/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings, https://www.traffic.gov.scot/traffic-information/weather), Ireland (https://www.thesun.ie/money/16510705/cost-of-living-crisis-ireland-grocery-inflation/), Germany (https://www.thelocal.de/20260210/today-in-germany-a-roundup-of-the-latest-news-on-tuesday-110), Scandinavian Europe (https://abcnews.go.com/Sports/wireStory/sweden-beats-germany-4-1-opening-game-olympic-129880822), Iceland (https://arcticportal.org/ap-library/news/4027-the-famous-reynisfjara-beach-dramatically-transformed-by-coastal-erosion), Uzbekistan (https://www.outsource.gov.uz/en/media/time-of-the-30-year-olds-why-uzbekistan-is-betting-on-young-professionals), Russia (https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/feb/06/russian-military-intelligence-chief-shot-moscow-vladimir-alekseyev-ukraine-europe-live-news-updates), Ukraine (https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/2/9/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-1446), and India’s investment and budget priorities (https://www.india-briefing.com/news/india-malaysia-investment-semiconductors-clean-energy-42564.html). These news summaries were written using AI technology. While every effort has been made to ensure factual accuracy, occasional mistakes or omissions may occur. Your understanding is appreciated, and we warmly welcome any feedback to help us continue improving the quality of our reporting. Thank you for being part of our journey. Ad free episodes available at https://www.patreon.com/LibreNewsofTheWorld