Where a Strongman Failed, Women Are Now Fueling a Democratic Revival
A leftist movement in Sri Lanka that took power after an economic collapse is seizing a rare opportunity to rally more women into politics.A leftist movement in Sri Lanka that took power after an economic collapse is seizing a rare opportunity to rally
Who Will Govern Postwar Gaza? Four Competing Models Are Emerging.
Hamas still controls most of the enclave, but Israel holds some key areas. International oversight could also be expanded, while the Palestinian Authority has presented itself as another alternative.Hamas still controls most of the enclave, but Israel holds some key areas. International oversight
Standoff at Ukrainian Agency Disrupts Arms Contracts, Suppliers Say
Ukrainian defense companies say they cannot sign new contracts or receive payment — potentially jeopardizing future supplies to already struggling troops.Ukrainian defense companies say they cannot sign new contracts or receive payment — potentially jeopardizing future supplies to already struggling troops.
Spain’s Ex-Soccer Chief Luis Rubiales Goes on Trial Over Forced Kiss at World Cup
Luis Rubiales kissed Jennifer Hermoso on the lips after the country’s national team won the 2023 Women’s World Cup. On Monday, she testified against him and other former officials.Luis Rubiales kissed Jennifer Hermoso on the lips after the country’s national team won the
Pro-Russia Ukrainian Is Killed in Moscow Blast, Russian Media Says
Armen Sarkisyan, the founder of a separatist battalion fighting in eastern Ukraine, died after an explosion in an apartment complex, according to reports citing the Russian authorities.Armen Sarkisyan, the founder of a separatist battalion fighting in eastern Ukraine, died after an explosion in
Greece Prepares for Earthquake as Tremors Shake Santorini and Other Islands
Emergency services were deployed in readiness and schools were closed after more than 200 temblors struck in the Aegean, near Santorini, within 48 hours.Emergency services were deployed in readiness and schools were closed after more than 200 temblors struck in the Aegean, near
French Court Convicts Director Christophe Ruggia in #MeToo Case
Christophe Ruggia was accused of sexually assaulting the actress Adèle Haenel when she was a minor.Christophe Ruggia was accused of sexually assaulting the actress Adèle Haenel when she was a minor.
Car Bomb in Syria Kills 15 Agricultural Workers
The blast, which detonated next to a truck carrying agricultural workers, underscored the challenges faced by the country’s interim president.The blast, which detonated next to a truck carrying agricultural workers, underscored the challenges faced by the country’s interim president.
With Trump’s Backing Uncertain, Europe Scrambles to Shore Up Its Own Defenses
European leaders will gather Monday to plot a rough path forward on defense. Wavering support from President Trump is likely to drive the debate.European leaders will gather Monday to plot a rough path forward on defense. Wavering support from President Trump is likely
For China, Trump’s Moves Bring Pain, but Also Potential Gains
President Trump’s tariffs hurt China, but his other actions have alienated U.S. allies, giving Beijing an opening to strengthen its global standing.President Trump’s tariffs hurt China, but his other actions have alienated U.S. allies, giving Beijing an opening to strengthen its global standing.
