For full coverage of the crisis in Ukraine, visit Flashpoint Ukraine. The latest developments in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. All times EDT. 12:01 a.m.: Russia’s Foreign Ministry announced…
US Sanctions 2 Prominent Bosnian Leaders
The United States on Monday announced sanctions on two Bosnian officials, saying they sought “to pursue ethno-nationalist and political agendas at the expense of the democratic institutions and citizens” of…
Belgian King to Visit DR Congo
Belgium’s King Philippe on Tuesday begins a historic visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo, in a region cruelly exploited by his ancestors, as tensions rise in the volatile east….
Britain Gives Ukraine Long-Range Missiles to Counter ‘Brutal Russian Artillery’
Britain announced Monday it will supply an unspecified number of long-range missile launchers to Ukraine, following the United States’ decision last week to send similar weapons. Ukrainian troops will be…
Turkey at Center of Battle to Avert Global Food Crisis
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is due to visit Turkey on Wednesday for talks, including on creating a Black Sea corridor to allow Ukrainian grain to access world markets as…
British Prime Minister Johnson to Face Confidence Vote
Britain’s governing Conservatives will hold a no-confidence vote on Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday that could oust him as Britain’s leader. Party official Graham Brady says he has received…
Luhansk Official Says Ukrainian Forces Lose Ground in Sievierodonetsk
After making gains in recent days, Ukrainian fighters fighting in the city of Sievierodonetsk have lost some ground back to Russian forces, the region’s governor said. “Our defenders managed to…
Замороження активів та заборона на пересування: в ОП розповіли, які санкції готують для 12 тисяч росіян
Насамперед санкції пропонують ввести щодо 100 найбагатших людей із російського списку Forbes …
У Євросоюзі розробили план із заміщення російського газу – єврокомісар
Бретон констатував, що Володимир Путін використовує газ, аби розділити Європу …
Crowds Honor WWII Veterans at Normandy D-Day Celebrations
When D-Day veterans set foot on the Normandy beaches and other World War II sites, they express a mix of joy and sadness. Joy at seeing the gratitude and friendliness…
Latest Developments in Ukraine: June 6
For full coverage of the crisis in Ukraine, visit Flashpoint Ukraine. The latest developments in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. All times EDT. 12:01 a.m.: The Kyiv Independent reports…
Crews at Work Ridding Ukraine of Landmines, Other Explosives
The United Nations estimates Ukraine is now one of the most mined countries in the world. In territories no longer occupied by Russian troops, experts from the country’s emergency services…
Ukraine Misses Out on World Cup After Losing 1-0 to Wales
Ukraine missed out on qualifying for the World Cup Sunday after the war-disrupted team was beaten 1-0 by Wales in the European playoff final for the FIFA soccer showpiece. Andriy…
Closed Airspace Forces Cancellation of Lavrov’s Visit to Serbia, Interfax Reports
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov’s visit to Serbia has been canceled after countries around Serbia closed their airspace to his aircraft, a senior foreign ministry source told the Interfax news…
Nadal Tops Ruud for 14th French Open title, 22nd Slam Trophy
Rafael Nadal pulled away to beat Casper Ruud 6-3, 6-3, 6-0 in the French Open final on Sunday for his 14th championship at Roland Garros and 22nd Grand Slam title…
And She Waved: Festive Pageant Caps Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
In a crowning moment for her Platinum Jubilee, Queen Elizabeth II appeared at the balcony of Buckingham Palace Sunday, delighting fans who had hoped to catch a glimpse of her…
Pope Francis Fuels New Speculation on Future of Pontificate
Pope Francis added fuel to rumors about the future of his pontificate by announcing he would visit the central Italian city of L’Aquila in August for a feast initiated by…
Times – UK’s Johnson Could Face Leadership Challenge This Week
Officials in British prime minister Boris Johnson’s ruling Conservative Party expect a challenge to his leadership this week and have penciled in a vote for Wednesday, the Sunday Times newspaper…
Sheeran to Crown Queen’s 4-Day Jubilee Party
British pop superstar Ed Sheeran was on Sunday set to bring the curtain down on four days of momentous nationwide celebrations to honor Queen Elizabeth II’s historic Platinum Jubilee. The…
Albania Elects Top General as Country’s New President
Albania’s parliament on Saturday elected a top military official as the country’s new president after no candidates were nominated in three rounds of voting. General-Major Bajram Begaj won the post…
Latest Developments in Ukraine: June 5
For full coverage of the crisis in Ukraine, visit Flashpoint Ukraine. The latest developments in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. All times EDT. 12:02 a.m.: Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy…
Swedish Lawmaker Among Those Turkey Targeted in Exchange for Backing Sweden’s NATO Bid
In return for Turkey agreeing on the NATO membership of Sweden, officials in Ankara have requested that Stockholm hand over or censor journalists, politicians and activists who, they say, are…
Princes Charles, William to Deliver Jubilee Tributes to Queen Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth’s son and heir Prince Charles and her grandson Prince William will pay tribute to the record-breaking monarch at a pop concert at Buckingham Palace on the third day…
Greece Evacuates Athens Suburb Under Wildfire Threat
A wildfire whipped by gale-force winds blazed through vegetation in a southern suburb of Athens on Saturday, fire authorities said, forcing residents to evacuate and damaging about 20 properties. The…
German Train Crash Toll Rises to Five
The death toll from a German train derailment near a Bavarian Alpine resort climbed to five on Saturday as another body was recovered from the wreckage, police said. Investigators…
Latest Developments in Ukraine: June 4
For full coverage of the crisis in Ukraine, visit Flashpoint Ukraine. The latest developments in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. All times EDT. 4:20 a.m.: The Washington Post reports that…
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un Sends Congratulations to Queen Elizabeth on Jubilee
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has sent a message of congratulations to Queen Elizabeth, the reclusive state’s foreign ministry said, as Britain celebrates her Platinum Jubilee. Friday marked the…
Fighting Rages in Eastern Ukraine on 100th Day of War
Fighting raged in two key eastern Ukrainian cities on the 100th day of Russia’s war, with both Moscow and Kyiv claiming progress on the battlefront. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said…
Two Reuters Journalists Injured, Driver Killed in Eastern Ukraine
Two Reuters journalists were injured and a driver was killed on Friday after the vehicle they were in came under fire while heading to the eastern Ukrainian city of Sievierodonetsk,…
Security Concerns Leave Afghan Evacuees Stuck in Balkan Camp
For some Afghans who were evacuated as their country fell to the Taliban last summer, the journey to the United States has stalled, and perhaps ended, at a sun-baked cluster…