UK police arrest former Prince Andrew; Iran braces for possible US strike

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor — formerly Prince Andrew — was arrested in England on Thursday morning. Police say the case centers on alleged misconduct tied to Jeffrey Epstein. Plus, new reports of a looming strike on Iran as the U.S. increases its military presence in the region. Now, Tehran appears to be moving sensitive materials to protected sites. And rescue teams are still searching for one missing skier in California’s Sierra Nevada after eight were found dead in an avalanche. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, February 19, 2026.