-
Armed conflicts and attacks
A Philippine Air Force FA-50PH fighter jet is reported missing during an overnight combat operation against insurgents in Bukidnon, Philippines. A search and rescue operation to locate the missing pilots is launched with both later being confirmed dead. (Reuters) (The Philippine Star)
-
Armed conflicts and attacks
The Houthis claim to have shot down an American MQ-9 UAV, stating that it was conducting "hostile missions" over Al Hudaydah. The U.S. Air Force later confirms a loss of contact with the drone. (Al Arabiya)
-
Business and economy
The Chinese Ministry of Finance announces 10–15% tariffs on a range of US food imports, set to start March 10. (Reuters)
-
Business and economy
U.S. President Donald Trump announces the creation of the Office of Shipbuilding, as means to compete with China in the maritime transport industry. (The Wall Street Journal)
-
Disasters and accidents
A light aircraft crashes into a garden in Plettenberg, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, killing the pilot on board. (DW)
-
International relations
Iran says Turkey's criticism of its foreign policy could lead to worsening ties after Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Iran risks plunging the Middle East into "disorder". (Al Arabiya)
-
International relations
Turkey summons Iran's chargés d'affaires in Ankara after Iran's foreign ministry summoned Turkey's ambassador. (Al Arabiya)
-
Politics and elections
Citizens of the Federated States of Micronesia vote to elect ten of the fourteen members of Congress. (Pacific Daily News)