Where a Strongman Failed, Women Are Now Fueling a Democratic Revival

Where a Strongman Failed, Women Are Now Fueling a Democratic Revival

Feb 4, 2025

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

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Who Will Govern Postwar Gaza? Four Competing Models Are Emerging.

Who Will Govern Postwar Gaza? Four Competing Models Are Emerging.

Feb 3, 2025

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

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Standoff at Ukrainian Agency Disrupts Arms Contracts, Suppliers Say

Standoff at Ukrainian Agency Disrupts Arms Contracts, Suppliers Say

Feb 3, 2025

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. 

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Spain’s Ex-Soccer Chief Luis Rubiales Goes on Trial Over Forced Kiss at World Cup

Spain’s Ex-Soccer Chief Luis Rubiales Goes on Trial Over Forced Kiss at World Cup

Feb 3, 2025

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

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Pro-Russia Ukrainian Is Killed in Moscow Blast, Russian Media Says

Pro-Russia Ukrainian Is Killed in Moscow Blast, Russian Media Says

Feb 3, 2025

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

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Greece Prepares for Earthquake as Tremors Shake Santorini and Other Islands

Greece Prepares for Earthquake as Tremors Shake Santorini and Other Islands

Feb 3, 2025

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

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French Court Convicts Director Christophe Ruggia in #MeToo Case

French Court Convicts Director Christophe Ruggia in #MeToo Case

Feb 3, 2025

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. 

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Car Bomb in Syria Kills 15 Agricultural Workers

Car Bomb in Syria Kills 15 Agricultural Workers

Feb 3, 2025

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. 

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With Trump’s Backing Uncertain, Europe Scrambles to Shore Up Its Own Defenses

With Trump’s Backing Uncertain, Europe Scrambles to Shore Up Its Own Defenses

Feb 3, 2025

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

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For China, Trump’s Moves Bring Pain, but Also Potential Gains

For China, Trump’s Moves Bring Pain, but Also Potential Gains

Feb 3, 2025

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. 

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