Three skiers, including two British men, died in an avalanche at the Val d'Isere ski resort in the French Alps on Friday, February 13, 2026, according to Sky News. The snowslide struck the village in southeastern France around 11:30 am local time, sweeping away the skiers who were reportedly off-piste. A French national skiing alone was also among the fatalities.
The incident was reported by Sky News, which cited local officials. The third victim was skiing alone high up on the mountain slope when the avalanche occurred, according to Cedric Bonnevie, a spokesperson for the resort's slopes.
In other news, fuel shortages continue to grip Cuba as the US blockade deepens the energy crisis, as reported by Euronews. Cuba is rationing fuel, and aviation authorities have warned of limited jet fuel supplies. Long-haul flights face disruption, and public transport has stalled. Mexico has pledged diplomatic efforts to help resume oil shipments.
Also on February 13, 2026, the European Commissioner for Sport, Glenn Micallef, expressed respect for the International Olympic Committee's decision to disqualify a Ukrainian skeleton racer over his custom helmet featuring portraits of fallen Ukrainian athletes, according to Euronews. Micallef stated that he respected the IOC's decision, while also expressing sadness that "the situation could not be resolved."
Meanwhile, in the occupied West Bank, 17-year-old Wael Mesheh was killed by an Israeli drone 18 months prior, as reported by Al Jazeera. Before his death, Mesheh aspired to be a computer programmer but was driven to fight after witnessing the deaths of five of his relatives and friends at the hands of Israeli forces.
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