Paul Whelan’s Life in a Russian Prison Awaiting a Hostage Swap
The former U.S. Marine describes the moment of his arrest and the long years waiting for his release.
October 21, 2024
Moldova Referendum on Goal of E.U. Membership Passes by a Thin Margin
A referendum that constitutionally enshrines a national objective to join the E.U. passed by a thin margin. The incumbent pro-E.U. president won the most votes in a concurrent election, but…
Vietnam Revives Power-Sharing Arrangement With New President
The move restores a “four pillar” government structure that divides top-level duties to avoid the rise of a single strongman.
Yahya Sinwar Is Dead, but a Palestinian State Still Seems Distant
A two-state solution remains the goal of the United States and the West, but many in the region say the devastation in Gaza and the lack of effective Palestinian leadership…
King Charles III Heckled in Australia’s Parliament
King Charles, visiting the former British colony where he retains the ceremonial title of head of state, was shouted at by an Indigenous Australian senator.
Live Updates: Israel Threatens More Strikes Against Hezbollah Finances
The Israeli military said it had conducted dozens of attacks overnight on the militia’s financial arm in Lebanon. Two top U.S. diplomats were working to calm Israel’s conflicts with Hezbollah…
Putin Brings Together Economies He Hopes Will Eclipse the West
The Russian leader hopes to use the meeting of the so-called BRICS group, which includes China and India, as a counterweight to the West.
Fethullah Gulen, Turkish Cleric Accused of Coup Attempts, Dies
Mr. Gulen, who lived in self-imposed exile in the United States, was accused of plotting a failed coup against President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey in 2016.
Austin Arrives in Kyiv in Support of Ukraine’s War Effort
The trip by the U.S. defense secretary comes as Russian forces steadily gain territory in eastern Ukraine.
How a TV Hit Sparked Debate About Birthrates in Africa
The Sani family in northern Nigeria has six children, more than the parents can afford but fewer than their own parents had. Birthrates, and the decisions couples make about family…