Even though the Taliban “control” Afghanistan, several militant groups still operate in the war-torn country. That's underscored by the recent killing of al-Qaida chief Ayman al-Zawahiri in downtown Kabul, although not all outfits present in Afghanistan are affiliated with the Taliban. We list some of the major militant organizations working out of the country, with regional and global ambitions.
As Pope Leo XIV has already discovered, it's nearly impossible for a pope to stay above politics. And there's already every indication that this pope will be vocal when it comes to immigration.
Just 13% of Mexico’s eligible voters showed up to elect over 2,600 judges, including the entire Supreme Court this weekend.
Just when you thought the far right was in retreat in Eastern Europe, following recent losses in Romania and Albania, it came roaring back in Poland.
Ukraine’s unprecedented drone strike deep inside Russian territory destroyed up to 20 aircraft, including nuclear-capable bombers and early warning systems.
This Graphic Truth lays out the key terms of the ceasefire deal that US special envoy Steve Witkoff proposed for Israel and Hamas.
What does it mean to have the first (North) American Pope—and can his leadership help heal both a divided Church and an increasingly secular America?
South Koreans head to the polls this Tuesday, June 3, to elect a new president. They’ll face a choice between two candidates with sharply contrasting visions for the country’s future — and its foreign policy.
A roundup of three major storylines that we’re keeping an eye on this week.