February 20, 2026

What Happened Today – February 19, 2026

February 20, 2026 by George Bounacos

A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket carrying Boeing's Starliner spacecraft lifts off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in June 2024 on a crewed flight test NASA later declared a serious failure.

Boeing's Starliner launched from Cape Canaveral in June 2024 carrying two NASA astronauts on a crew flight test the agency now declares a serious failure after the spacecraft nearly lost control. (NASA/Joel Kowsky)

Trump hosted his first Board of Peace meeting today. Nine countries pledged $7 billion toward rebuilding Gaza. He pledged $10 billion that Congress never appropriated. Meanwhile, his aides briefed him on options for attacking Iran, ranging from targeted strikes to full regime change. Two carrier strike groups, nine destroyers, combat ships, jets, drones, and airborne … Read more