Newspaper Round Up: 23rd of February 2026

Financial Times Front Page 23rd of February 2026

Tehran has quietly agreed a €500m purchase of advanced missile systems from a major Eurasian state to rebuild air defences, with deliveries due by 2026. The kit can target aircraft and drones. Western officials warn it heightens regional risk and are weighing tougher measures.

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Independent Front Page 23rd of February 2026

Charities report a sharp rise in tech‑enabled stalking, with cheap tracking devices and parental‑control apps misused to monitor victims. Some have moved home or changed jobs. Campaigners say the problem has grown since the pandemic and policing responses remain inconsistent.

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