Putin and Trump discussed Middle East tensions, Ukraine talks on phone call, Kremlin says
Putin briefed Trump on his recent talks with the leaders of Iran and Israel.
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US-Iran talks over Tehran’s nuclear program won’t take place after Israel strikes, mediator says
Israel and Iran traded blows a day after Israel's blistering attack on Iranian nuclear and...
Mexico’s president calls for no ICE raids during Mexico-Dominican Republic soccer match
Mexico is scheduled to play the Dominican Republic on Saturday night at SoFi Stadium.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says he will be waiting for Russian leader Putin in Ankara on Thursday for talks
Ukraine's President says he will be waiting for Russia's President in Turkey this week.
Kim Kardashian testifies about being bound and held at gunpoint during Paris robbery
Kim Kardashian testified that she feared she would be raped and killed.
French actor Gérard Depardieu found guilty of sexual assault and given 18-month suspended sentence
The 76-year-old actor was convicted Tuesday of having groped a 54-year-old set dresser and a...
Trump starts his foreign trip with a crush of problems — and outsized certainty he has the answers
Trump finds himself navigating a series of geopolitical crises.
Cannes, the global Colosseum of film, readies for 78th edition with new challenges on the horizon
Geopolitics course through Cannes unlike any other festival.
Mexico says US suspension of beef imports because of screwworm is unfair
The Trump istration suspended imports of Mexican beef cattle for 15 days.
Modi says India has only paused military action after it and Pakistan stop firing at each other
Modi said India will retaliate if there is any future terror attack on the country.
India and Pakistan face their latest crisis. Here’s a look at their history of armed conflict
India accuses Pakistan of backing the massacre, which Pakistan denies.
Pope Leo XIV urges release of imprisoned journalists, affirms gift of free speech and press
Leo received a standing ovation for his first meeting with representatives of the general public.
Who is Edan Alexander, the Israeli-American hostage released by Hamas?
Alexander had been the last living American hostage in Gaza.
Israel’s blockade means Gaza’s hospitals cannot provide food to recovering patients
With hospitals unable to provide food, families bring whatever they can find for loved ones..
Russian drones attack Ukraine after the Kremlin turns down a ceasefire proposal but promises talks
Russia’s invading forces have taken around one-fifth of Ukraine.
Food security experts warn Gaza is at critical risk of famine if Israel doesn’t end its blockade
Israel has banned any food, shelter, medicine or other goods from entering the Palestinian territory...
Hamas releases Israeli-American hostage in goodwill gesture toward Trump istration
The deal could lay the groundwork for a new ceasefire with Israel.
US and China reach a deal to slash sky-high tariffs for now, with a 90-day pause
Tariffs are still higher than before Trump started ramping them up last month.
Pakistan says India fired missiles at 3 air bases inside country. Pakistani retaliation underway
India fired missiles at three air bases inside Pakistan but most of the missiles were...
A 2012 video shows comments from new pope that disappoint LGBTQ activists
Reports about the 2012 comments emerged after Thursday’s election.
You called me. No — you called ME. Before US-China meeting, nations each say the other wanted talks
The public back-and-forth is no trivial matter.
UN agencies warn Israel plans for aid distribution endanger lives in Gaza
International aid agencies called for an end to Israel's total blockade of Gaza.
Stockholm City Council rejects US Embassy demands to end DEI programming
Countries and cities across Europe have received similar outreach from U.S. embassies.
Victory Day parade in Russia celebrates the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi
Putin welcomed over two dozen world leaders — the most since Russia invaded Ukraine.
Rights groups sue to free Venezuelans deported from the US and held in El Salvador
Neither the U.S. nor Salvadoran governments have said how they could regain their freedom.
What is the special tribunal for Ukraine that world leaders have backed?
The special tribunal aims to fill a void created by limitations on the ICC.
2 men convicted in chainsaw massacre of UK’s beloved Sycamore Gap tree
Two men have been convicted of cutting down the beloved Sycamore Gap tree in northern...
As US and China begin trade talks in Geneva, Trump’s tariff hammer looks less mighty than he hoped
The standoff between the world’s two biggest economies is shaking financial markets.
China’s exports to US sink, offset by trade with other economies, as US tariffs hit global trade
China's exports to the United States have tumbled while its trade with other economies surged...
Pope Leo XIV celebrates first Mass as details emerge of how votes coalesced in the conclave
Leo said in his first Mass his election was a cross to bear and a...
Deliberations begin in UK trial of men accused of felling Sycamore Gap tree
Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers have pleaded not guilty to two counts of criminal damage.
Reports of Trump deportation plans highlight abuse of migrants in Libya
Migrants in Libya are routinely arbitrarily detained and subjected to extortion, abuse, rape and killings.
Robert Prevost was ‘the pride and joy of every priest and nun’ at St. Mary’s on Chicago’s South Side
Prevost’s Catholic roots were planted in Chicago’s south suburbs.
Ukraine accuses Russia of violating its own truce over 700 times as Kyiv ratifies US minerals deal
Ukrainian lawmakers unanimously approved a landmark minerals deal with the U.S.
What’s in a name? Pope Leo XIV’s choice signals a commitment to social justice
Pope Leo XIV's choice of name signals a commitment to social justice.
How Putin uses the USSR’s victory in World War II to rally for him and the war in Ukraine
Putin has tried to use Victory Day to justify his invasion of Ukraine.
Photos: A new pope is chosen
Robert Prevost was elected the first U.S. pope in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church.
Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, known as the ‘saint of the north’ in Peru for his closeness to poor
Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, overcame a taboo against a US pontiff.
This conclave to choose a new pope was short — but not the shortest ever
It took only two days for Catholic cardinals to elect a successor to Pope Francis.
India and Pakistan trade fire and accusations as fears of a wider military confrontation rise
Tensions are soaring between the nuclear-armed rivals.
The EU publishes a US product hit list and prepares for WTO action against Trump’s tariffs
The EU has published a list of U.S. imports to target with retaliatory duties if...
Denmark says it will summon a US diplomat over report on increased US intel gathering in Greenland
The announcement follows a report about the United States stepping up its intelligence gathering on...
World War II ended in Europe 80 years ago. Celebrating V-E Day is now tinged with some dread
Europe is marking one of its most joyous days in history. V-E Day is also...
Trump agrees to cut tariffs on UK autos, steel and aluminum in a planned trade deal with Britain
Britain says the deal will cut tariffs on U.K. cars from 27.5% to 10%.
Robert Prevost, first pope from US in history of the Catholic Church, takes the name Leo XIV
The missionary spent his career ministering in Peru and now leads the Vatican’s powerful office...
Conclave cam: First American pope greets public
Watch as Cardinal Robert Prevost speaks for the first time as Pope Leo XIV.
Strikes across Gaza kill at least 92 as Israel prepares to ramp up its offensive
Two strikes targeted a crowded area in central Gaza City near a busy market.
Fighter jet goes overboard from USS Harry S Truman. Yemen’s Houthis assess Sanaa airport damage
An F/A-18 fighter jet landing on the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier in the...
Russia hosts world leaders for the 80th anniversary of its defeat of Nazi in World War II
Victory Day is Russia's most important secular holiday.
Inside the conclave: What to know about the process to elect the next pope
The last few popes have been elected within a few days, but there is no...
Black smoke pours from Sistine Chapel chimney, indicating no pope was elected as conclave opens
The ritual started the conclave to elect the 267th pope.
Live conclave cam: No pope chosen as black smoke rises from chapel
The black smoke indicates no pope was elected on the first ballot of the conclave.
These are the US cardinals who will vote for the next pope
The U.S. is the home country for 10 of the 133 cardinals eligible to vote...
Top US officials will meet with Chinese delegation in Switzerland in first major talks of trade war
It comes amid growing U.S. market worry over the impact of the tariffs.
Trump says only 21 hostages held by Hamas in Gaza now believed to be alive
The president’s comments came as Israel approved plans to seize the Gaza Strip.
India fires missiles on Pakistan. Islamabad calls it an ‘act of war’ and says it downed Indian jets
It’s their worst confrontation since 2019, when they came close to war.
What name the new pope chooses can signal what’s ahead
The first clue of the next pope’s direction will be the name the winner chooses.
Trump says the US will stop bombing Yemen’s Houthis after rebels say they’ll stop targeting ships
Trump said the Houthis indicated to U.S. officials that “they don’t want to fight anymore."
Rwanda says it’s talking with the US about taking in third-country deportees. Here’s why
Rwanda might find more success with the U.S. than Britain.
An Israeli plan to seize the Gaza Strip is met with alarm
Some Israelis are also opposed to the plan.
Ukraine drone attacks briefly shut down Moscow’s international airports
The overnight assault came two days ahead of a unilateral 72-hour ceasefire.
Cardinals wrap up pre-conclave meetings still uncertain about who should follow Pope Francis
Electors say their task is finding a pope who can be both pastor and teacher.
Threatened by Trump tariffs, Japan walks a delicate tightrope between US and China
Among all U.S. allies being wooed by Beijing, Japan stands out.
80 years after World War II, is still painstakingly searching for its fallen soldiers
There are more than 2 million German soldiers still uned for.
Israel’s military says it has fully disabled Yemen’s main airport with airstrikes
Three people were killed and 38 wounded from the strikes.
Gaza aid dries up as Israeli blockade enters a third month
Israel has banned any food, water, shelter or medication from entering Gaza.
Conservative leader Merz overcomes historic defeat to become ’s chancellor
Friedrich Merz has succeeded in his bid to become the next German chancellor.
The world marks the 80th anniversary of V-E Day with parades and memorials. Here’s what to know
Cities across Europe will be awash with parades, flyovers and memorials this week.
Trump, Carney faceoff in Oval Office leaves gaping differences on tariffs, 51st state
The new Canadian prime minster is looking to ease tensions in the trade war.
US imposes sanctions on Myanmar ethnic militia for ‘facilitating cyber scams’
The Treasury Department announced the sanctions Monday.
The conclave to choose the next pope will be the most geographically diverse in history
There are currently 135 cardinals who are eligible to vote, hailing from 71 different countries.
Play your cardinals right: Betting on next pope gains popularity ahead of the conclave
People are placing bets on who will be chosen as the next pope.
Dinner parties, listening and lobbying. What goes on behind closed doors to elect a pope
Cardinals have been seen around town taking walks or eating out, trying to remain incognito.
‘Jackpot!’ How French police freed a cryptocurrency hostage whose finger was severed for ransom
The victim was the father of a man who made his fortune in cryptocurrencies.
Israel plans to capture all of Gaza under new plan, officials say
If implemented, it would likely draw fierce international opposition.
Ahead of the conclave, Vatican staff must vow secrecy under threat of excommunication
This includes clerics and lay staff alike: cooks, cleaners, doctors, nurses and security officials
Europe launches a drive to attract scientists and researchers after Trump freezes US funding
The European Union is launching a drive to attract scientists and researchers affected by Trump...
Battered by war and economic crisis, Lebanon holds first local elections in almost 10 years
Vote comes months after a U.S.-brokered ceasefire ended a war between Israel and Hezbollah.
Putin says he hopes there will be no need to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine
Russian president sees reconciliation with Ukraine as “inevitable."
Never argue: 115-year-old British woman, now the world’s oldest, gives her recipe to long life
'Never arguing with anyone, I listen and I do what I like,' she said from...
UN memo lays out proposals for sweeping reforms and consolidation of its operations
The proposals would amount to one of the biggest overhauls of the U.N.
Netanyahu’s campaign against Iran’s nuclear program is muted with Trump in power
With Trump now leading negotiations with Iran, Netanyahu's cries have fallen silent.
Nigerian teenager sets world painting record with canvas that’s bigger than a soccer field
Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, who is autistic, executed a painting featuring a multi-colored ribbon — the symbol...
How long was the longest conclave? Facts about the secret voting to elect a pope
Periodic conclaves have been going on for centuries, creating a whole genre of historical trivia.
Drones strike ship carrying aid to Gaza, organizers say, in latest confrontation over assistance
The ship was carrying 12 crew and four civilians.
A US-led effort to end the war in Ukraine looks favorable to Russia, but mixed signals emerge
Trump has sharply rebuked Volodymyr Zelenskyy and echoed Kremlin talking points.
TikTok fined $600 million for China data transfers that broke EU privacy rules
TikTok said it disagreed with the decision and plans to appeal.
Russell Brand granted conditional bail after appearing in London court on rape and assault charges
By BRIAN MELLEY and PAN PYLAS LONDON (AP) — Actor-comedian Russell Brand was granted conditional...
China says it’s evaluating US overtures for trade talks, but tariffs remain an obstacle
China's Commerce Ministry says Beijing is evaluating multiple approaches by the Trump istration for trade...
Soviet-era spacecraft is set to plunge to Earth a half-century after its failed launch to Venus
It’s too early to know where the half-ton mass of metal might come down.
What to know about May Day and how it has grown over the years
In some countries, it’s a public holiday honoring labor.
What are the major issues in Australia’s election Saturday?
Australia's general elections are dominated by the cost of living, the economy, energy and China.
Africans say a Black pope would be nice to have. But they are not too hopeful
At least three African cardinals are being cited among the current “papabile.”
Brazilian nun who was the world’s oldest person has died at 116
Sister Inah Canabarro, a Brazilian nun and teacher, died just weeks short of turning 117.
Rubio calls India and Pakistan in effort to defuse crisis over Kashmir attack
India has vowed to punish Pakistan after accusing it of backing last week's deadly attack...
Trump threatens sanctions against buyers of Iranian oil after US-Iran nuclear talks are postponed
The threat came after Oman announced planned nuclear negotiations had been put off.
Ukraine and the US have finally signed a minerals deal. What does it include?
After months of tense negotiations, the U.S. and Ukraine have signed a deal.
May Day demonstrations in US and around the globe protest Trump agenda
Many global May Day celebrations are spotlighting growing unease over President Trump's policies.
Martin Scorsese to produce a documentary made with the late Pope Francis
A release date has not yet been announced for the film.
Australian stands trial for murder of ex-husband’s family using death cap mushrooms
Erin Patterson’s husband was also invited to the lunch but declined.
Kuwait frees 10 more Americans in the second release in as many months
The prisoners include military contractors and veterans held on drug charges and other offenses.
Europe saw stronger growth at start of year, but Trump’s tariffs have darkened outlook
Indicators of business and consumer optimism in Europe have fallen.
European universities strain for neutrality amid political chaos
'There is hardly a crisis that doesn’t hit the campus with unbridled force,' one rector...