International
‘Black widows’: Women accused of marrying Russian army recruits to claim death payouts
St. Petersburg, Russia — When Maria was told by the Russian military that her 59-year-old father had been…
A Nation at a Crossroads: Venezuela’s Transition Talks and the Future of Chavismo
Negotiators in Venezuela are prioritizing earthquake relief, democratic reforms, and judicial changes, while the talks offer early indicators…
Arab and Muslim Nations Launch New Initiative to Protect Jerusalem Holy Sites
Foreign ministers have established a permanent mechanism to document Israeli violations against Christian and Islamic sanctuaries in occupied…
German Court Ruling Challenges Limits of ‘Staatsrason’ Amid Shifting Public Opinion on Gaza
A landmark court ruling protecting criticism of Israel is testing the limits of Germany's decades-old policy, as public…
What we know about Iran, Oman, US ‘close’ to Hormuz deal: What do they all want?
An agreement could restore shipping through the crucial Strait of Hormuz, potentially paving the way for broader peace talks between Tehran and Washington.
Why 14th-Century Theories on Geography Still Define Modern Hormuz Tensions
More than 600 years after Ibn Khaldun wrote Al Muqaddimah, experts say his ideas offer a framework for understanding why geography continues to shape modern conflicts…
US and Iran Near Deal on Strait of Hormuz Shipping as Oman Mediates Talks
Washington and Tehran are nearing a potential agreement to secure shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz, even as regional security tensions persist.
Spokane wildfire victims recount the loss of homes and the struggle to rebuild
Wildfires in the Spokane, Washington area have decimated hundreds of structures and displaced thousands, leaving residents to navigate the trauma of sudden loss.
Iran Claims Military Expansion and Missile Production Gains During Ceasefire with US
Iranian officials report intensified military production and equipment recovery during the ongoing ceasefire, even as the US continues to demand a deal.
