President Trump and President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine are among the world leaders who plan to attend the funeral. The conclave to choose his successor […]
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At Least 24 Tourists Gunned Down by Militants in Kashmir
Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India called the shooting, the worst against civilians in the region for years, a “terror attack” and vowed to bring […]
U.S. Tells Its Diplomats in Vietnam to Avoid War Anniversary Events
The reversal adds another Trump administration blow to decades of reconciliation efforts.
Pope Francis’ Death Silences a Voice for the Voiceless
As democratic values and alliances were being turned upside down, the pope was a consistent moral guidepost. Who can play that role now?
Russia and Ukraine, Under Trump Pressure, Signal Openness to Direct Talks
An unusual public back-and-forth suggested that both sides in the war were eager to at least appear interested in negotiations.
Latest Updates: World Pays Tribute to Pope Francis
The Vatican said Francis, the first pope from Latin America, had died after a stroke, and revealed that his will requested a simple tomb in […]
Francis, the First Latin American Pope, Dies at 88
After decades of conservative leadership, Francis tried to reset the course of the Roman Catholic Church, emphasizing inclusion and care for the marginalized over doctrinal […]
Israeli Minister Says Freeing Hostages Not ‘Most Important’ Aim of the War
The far-right finance minister, Bezalel Smotrich, said the more crucial goal was ensuring that Hamas no longer ruled the Gaza Strip.
China Warns Countries Not to Team Up Against It to Gain Trump Tariff Reprieve
Curbing trade with China to curry favor with the United States would be “selfish and shortsighted,” the government said, promising to retaliate.
What the Battered Ancient Syrian City of Palmyra Looks Like Now
During a visit to Palmyra, reporters found traces of the many forces that had fought over the city and ancient monuments reduced to rubble.