Tuesday
The people of 18 February
5 people in 5 stories, 25 deaths recorded, 2025
Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
U.S. President Donald Trump calls for a new presidential election to be held in Ukraine as part of a peace deal with Russia.
World · 18 Feb
Javier Milei
President of Argentina since 2023
A judge in Argentina orders investigations into potential fraud by President Javier Milei following his brief social media promotion of a cryptocurrency that collapsed in value hours after promotion.
Crime & Justice · 18 Feb
Howard Lutnick
American businessman and government official (born 1961)
The United States Senate confirms businessman Howard Lutnick as the Secretary of Commerce in a 51–45 vote.
Politics · 18 Feb
Thutmose II
Fourth Egyptian Pharaoh of the 18th Dynasty (c. 1493/1482 – 1479 BC)
A joint Egyptian-British archaeological mission announces the discovery of the tomb of King Thutmose II.
Culture · 18 Feb
Alexandre Silveira
Brazilian politician
Brazilian minister of mines and energy Alexandre Silveira announces that the country will join OPEC+.
Business · 18 Feb
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