Macro Calendar: Feb 15, 2026 12:35 PM EST

Highlights:

• Trump says Board of Peace founding members pledged over $5 billion for Gaza humanitarian efforts and reconstruction. Source

• Hungarian opposition leader Magyar launches final campaign stretch, claiming he's positioned to end Orban's 16-year rule in April elections. Source

• US military boards second sanctioned oil tanker in Indian Ocean after tracking vessel for thousands of miles to enforce Trump's Caribbean energy blockade. Source

• El Paso airspace closure highlights Army's ongoing struggle with drone countermeasures despite years of directed-energy system development. Source

• Mexico's Sheinbaum faces internal party pressure over decision to halt Cuba oil shipments while avoiding Trump confrontation. Source

• Israel approves new international airport construction on Gaza periphery with another planned near Lebanese border for post-war development. Source

• Canada plans "Buy Canada" defense strategy targeting C$500 billion in domestic investment over decade through increased military spending with local firms. Source

• Israel pursues West Bank administrative measures to assert land ownership rights and further marginalize Palestinian Authority amid Gaza post-war uncertainty. Source