Even as It Bombards Kyiv, Russia’s Wider Military Campaign Has Largely Stalled
Moscow can still inflict serious damage, but its forces are suffering higher casualties than their Ukrainian counterparts, analysts say.
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Dutch and U.K. Governments Apologize for Their Roles in Forced Adoptions
In the Netherlands, more than 15,000 children were separated from their mothers from 1956 to 1984, causing “great sorrow and anger,” acc…
After the Earth Stopped Shaking
What one aerial image of a collapsed building tells us about the aftermath of an earthquake in La Guaira, Venezuela.
9 Buddhist Monks Killed After Boy Crashes Truck Into Procession
Another 11 were injured when the pickup truck hit the monks on a pilgrimage in northeast Thailand.
Russia’s Deadly Attack on Ukraine Reminds Europe of Its Own Vulnerabilities
Governments across the continent have increased military spending, but the strikes are another warning that they need to be prepared if the …
Facing New Pressure From Ukraine, Putin Signals Intent to Dig In
Ukraine is taking the war to Russia, but so far President Vladimir V. Putin’s response has been to keep attacking, including with deadly b…
Vatican Excommunicates Breakaway Group, in First Major Crisis for Pope Leo
The move against the Society of St. Pius X followed its decision to defy Pope Leo XIV by consecrating new bishops against his wishes.
China Says Pilot Who Flew Into Skyscraper Had Thoughts of Death
Beijing authorities said the pilot who hit a building in the city had suffered from insomnia and anxiety and had expressed a desire to end h…
Ukrainian Charged With Sabotaging Pipelines Between Russia and Germany
A man identified only as Serhii K. is accused of overseeing an undersea bombing in 2022 that cut off a key source of Russian gas revenues.
As Far Right Rises, German Leaders Look to Jump-Start the Economy
An agreement between Chancellor Friedrich Merz and his center-left partners bets on politically painful compromises in hopes of holding off …
Live Updates: Russia Hammers Ukraine’s Capital in Deadly Attacks
At least 17 people were killed in the assault on Kyiv, the Ukrainian authorities said. President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine had warned in…
Mass Mournings,6 Days and 2 Countries: Iran Prepares to Bury Supreme Leader
Long-delayed funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed during U.S.-Israeli strikes at the war’s outset, are set to begin Frida…