Based on the latest reports from February 2, 2026, here are the major world news developments:
Armed Conflicts
A Russian drone strike hit a minibus transporting mineworkers in Dnipro, Ukraine, killing at least 15 people and injuring seven others.[1] In Nigeria, military forces killed a senior Boko Haram commander known as Abu Khalid, described as the group’s deputy leader in the Sambisa Forest, along with ten other fighters during a raid in Borno State.[1]
Sudan and Middle East
Sudan Airways resumed limited operations at Khartoum International Airport for the first time since the civil war began in 2023, following renovations and recovery from earlier drone attacks.[1] In Gaza, Israeli forces are reportedly reopening the Rafa crossing into Egypt, with restrictions allowing approximately 150 medical evacuees per day.[2] An Israeli airstrike killed at least 30 people, including six children, this weekend in what was reportedly one of the deadliest strikes on Gaza in months, occurring in violation of the ceasefire.[2]
Iran Tensions
The U.S. and Iran are at a critical standoff, with U.S. warships positioned for potential action and President Trump calling for negotiations.[4] Iran conducted a live-fire exercise in the Strait of Hormuz after a U.S. warning, while reports indicate ongoing anti-government protests within Iran despite a government crackdown.[4]
United States
The U.S. government is currently in a partial government shutdown.[5] Nationwide protests have continued against Trump’s immigration crackdown, with tens of thousands participating in demonstrations and a nationwide general strike on Friday.[2] In Texas, Democrats flipped a state senate seat and gained an additional congressional seat in special elections.[2]
