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Israel and the US Attack Iran, escalating tensions in the Middle East

Published on: February 28, 2026
08:28

Tel Aviv, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) Without a prior declaration of war, Israel and the United States attacked Iran after weeks of threats and pressure, opening the door to a major war in the Middle East.

The Feast of Saint Anthony draws worshippers in Sri Lanka and India

Published on: February 28, 2026
07:44

Colombo, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) The annual festival held at St. Anthony's Church on Katchatheevu Island, a religious and cultural event, brings together pilgrims from Sri Lanka and India in a cross-border tradition.

Spanish leader rejects military action against Iran

Published on: February 28, 2026
07:33

Madrid, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez rejected the unilateral military action by the United States and Israel against Iran and called for de-escalation and dialogue.

India celebrates National Science Day with open activities

Published on: February 28, 2026
07:31

New Delhi, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) India is celebrating National Science Day with a program focused on scientific advancement and the role of women in the progress of this sector.

Pakistan monitors its airspace following US-Israeli attack on Iran

Published on: February 28, 2026
07:29

Islamabad, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) The Pakistani government has ordered increased monitoring of its airspace as a preventative measure following attacks by the United States and Israel against Iran.

Lula will fly over areas affected by rain in Minas Gerais

Published on: February 28, 2026
05:42

Brasilia, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will fly over the areas most affected by the heavy rains in Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais, where 69 deaths have been reported so far.

Pabellon Cuba will host various artistic events this weekend

Published on: February 28, 2026
05:39

Havana, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) The Hermanos Saiz Association (AHS), which brings together young artists in Cuba, announced several artistic events, especially at its national headquarters at Pabellon Cuba, in this capital.

The Golden Age Awards will be presented at Book Saturday in Cub

Published on: February 28, 2026
05:35

Havana, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) At the "Saturday of the Book" event in Havana, organized by the Cuban Book Institute (ICL), three titles awarded the 2023 La Edad de Oro Prize by Gente Nueva Publishing House will be presented.

Cubans residing in Venezuela denounce armed aggression from the US

Published on: February 27, 2026
12:59

Caracas, Feb. 27 (Prensa Latina) The Association of Cubans Residing in Venezuela (Accreven) strongly denounced and condemned the recent armed aggression and attempted mercenary infiltration from the United States against Cuba.

Spanish MP highlights strong support for Cuba in Parliament

Published on: February 27, 2026
12:23

Madrid, Feb 27 (Prensa Latina) Enrique Santiago, the first vice-chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Spanish Parliament, today highlighted his group’s support for Cuba in the face of threats from the United States.

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