One of the Pope’s Best Friends Works in Spain. They Often Talk Cars.
Pope Leo and Armando Jesús Lovera have known each other for decades. They have watched World Cup games together, gone on road trips and onc…
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The Roar of ‘Cease-Fire’ in a Once-Thriving City
The city of Nabatieh once spoke to the changing fortunes of Lebanon. Now, amid unending war, it speaks to the country’s worst fears.
Drones Stray Into Neighboring Countries as Russia and Ukraine Battle
Drones launched by both Russia and Ukraine are veering off course, menacing countries that are not at war and driving their citizens to seek…
A Yearslong Effort to Woo Trump Culminates With the World Cup
Gianni Infantino, the FIFA president, has unabashedly courted the president’s favor. Soccer officials privately ask, who really benefits?
A U.K. Special Election That Could (Eventually) Topple a Prime Minister
Andy Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester, is running for a seat in Parliament. It’s a vital step in a campaign to oust his party coll…
I.C.C. Prosecutor Suspended, but Future at Court Remains Unresolved
Karim Khan, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, faced an accusation of sexual harassment.
U.S. Denies Entry to World Cup Referee From Somalia
Omar Artan was one of 52 referees selected for the FIFA World Cup. But on Saturday he was denied entry because of “vetting concerns,” U.…
Iran and Israel Pull Back, After Fierce Exchange of Attacks
The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed militia, is complicating efforts to end the war in Iran.
Kim Jong-un’s Triumph
He leveraged the war in Ukraine to become North Korea’s most powerful leader to date.
Videos Show Chinese Businesses Hawking North Korean Labor
On social media, Chinese entrepreneurs are touting cheap labor across the border, as trade between the two countries regains momentum.
Vance Ties U.K. Stabbing Death to ‘Invasion of Migrants,’ Prompting Rebuke
British officials accused Vice President JD Vance of trying to “stir up division” in his comments on the murder of Henry Nowak, whose ki…