As Sweden officially joined the NATO alliance Monday, Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said it shows every nation has the right to, in his words, “choose the path of freedom and democracy.”…
Ukrainians React to Biden’s State of the Union Speech
U.S. President Joe Biden opened his State of the Union address last week with a pledge to continue to support Ukraine, giving Ukrainians hope that a U.S. aid package will…
Despite Sanctions, Russia’s Economy Continues to Grow
In the aftermath of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the United States and Europe imposed significant economic sanctions on Russia. But two years into the war, Moscow’s economy remains resilient. Liliya Anisimova…
Britain’s Princess Kate Apologizes for Editing Family Photo That Fueled Rumors About Her Health
London — Kate, Princess of Wales, apologized Monday for “confusion” caused by her editing of a family photo released by the palace — an image of Kate and her children that…
Гривня різко падає на міжбанку – після зниження рейтингу України з боку S&P
Національний банк України опівдні 11 березня встановив довідкове значення курсу 38 гривень 36 копійок за долар …
Why Did Ireland’s Referendums on Family, Women Fail?
Dublin, Ireland — Irish voters’ rejection of proposals to reword constitutional clauses on family roles and the duties of women has left politicians searching for answers. Prime Minister Leo Varadkar had…
In Swiss Alps, Major Search Continues for 6 Missing Ski Hikers
Geneva — The “major rescue operation” aimed at finding six Swiss ski hikers wanted since Saturday in the Swiss Alps must continue overnight, but the danger of avalanches is complicating operations,…
Moldova Faces Multiple Russian Threats as It Seeks EU Membership
CHISINAU, Moldova — The past two years have been the hardest and most tumultuous for European Union candidate Moldova in more than three decades as it faces threats from Russia in…
Netherlands Opens Holocaust Museum; Israeli President’s Presence Causing Concern
AMSTERDAM — The Netherlands’s National Holocaust Museum is opening on Sunday in a ceremony presided over by the Dutch king as well as Israeli President Isaac Herzog, whose presence is prompting…
Turkey Struggles to Stop Violence Against Women
istanbul — Muhterem Evcil was stabbed to death by her estranged husband at her workplace in Istanbul, where he had repeatedly harassed her in breach of a restraining order. The day…
Czech Republic’s Krystyna Pyszková Crowned Miss World in India
MUMBAI, India — Krystyna Pyszková of the Czech Republic was crowned Miss World at a glittering contest held in India on Saturday night. Yasmina Zaytoun of Lebanon was the first runner-up…
US, UK, French Military Destroy Houthi Drones After Being Targeted
CAIRO — U.S., French and British forces downed dozens of drones in the Red Sea area overnight and Saturday after Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis targeted bulk carrier Propel Fortune and U.S. destroyers…
Russian Hackers Breach Microsoft Core Software Systems
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS — Microsoft said Friday it’s still trying to evict the elite Russian government hackers who broke into the email accounts of senior company executives in November and who it…
Ukraine Says Russia Dropped Bomb on Kherson
Kyiv, Ukraine — Ukraine said Saturday a Russian bomb landed near a block of flats in the southern city of Kherson overnight wounding a child, while a teenage boy died in…
US Holds First Day to Commemorate American Hostages
WASHINGTON — The United States on Saturday marks its first U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day to commemorate Americans being held abroad. First designated last year by bipartisan House and Senate…
NATO Conducts Largest Military Exercise Since Cold War
Sweden became the 32nd member of NATO Thursday, as alliance troops participated in the bloc’s Steadfast Defender exercise this week. This operation aims to foster compatibility and cooperation on the…
Ukrainians Respond to Biden’s State of the Union Address
Anna Chernikova is in Kyiv, gauging Ukrainians’ reactions to the State of the Union speech by U.S. President Joe Biden. …
Western Flight Suits Help Save Ukrainian Fighter Jet Pilots’ Lives
A pair of American aviators are helping Ukrainian fighter jet and helicopter pilots get some vital equipment. The gear is being donated by American and European pilots. Mariia Prus has…
Zelenskyy Due in Istanbul for Erdogan Talks on War, Black Sea
Istanbul — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was due in Istanbul on Friday for talks with his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan over the war with Russia and navigation on the Black…