: U.S. officials reported that the Chinese spy balloon downed earlier in the week was equipped to intercept intelligence signals and was part of a broader global surveillance program. International Developments
: The legendary Oscar-winning composer died at the age of 94. Daily Releases (10 Feb, 2023)
: The U.S. military shot down an unidentified high-altitude object over Alaskan territorial waters under orders from President Biden, just days after the downing of a Chinese surveillance balloon. : The U
: The last Communist leader of East Germany passed away at 95 . 10 things you need to know today: February 10, 2023 10 things you need to know today: February
: Russian forces launched a massive wave of missile attacks targeting power grids and cities across Ukraine.
: The government of President Daniel Ortega unexpectedly released over 200 political prisoners and sent them to the United States.
: Rescuers continued a desperate search for survivors in Turkey and Syria, though hope began to fade as the death toll exceeded 21,000 .