President Trump prepares for his first major diplomatic trip of his 2nd term

Summary: President Trump heads to Saudi Arabia this week. What do he and the Gulf states want from the visit?… Read more

Hamas says it will release Israeli American Edan Alexander, held hostage in Gaza

Summary: Edan Alexander, a dual U.S.-Israeli citizen, is the last remaining American citizen held by Hamas in Gaza who is believed to still be alive. President Trump confirmed the plans…

U.S. and China cite progress in trade talks but release few details

Summary: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said details will be released Monday after a weekend of talks in Switzerland…. Read more

U.S. halts cattle imports from Mexico, citing fears of flesh-eating maggot

Summary: The New World screwworm is endemic in parts of Latin America and the Caribbean — and its northward spread into Mexico has alarmed U.S. officials. It can kill a…

Pope Leo XIV Calls for End to War in First Sunday Blessing as Pontiff

Summary: The new pope, speaking to thousands in St. Peter’s Square, echoed themes that Francis, his predecessor, regularly addressed…. Read more

Once in Sync, Trump and Netanyahu Now Show Signs of Division

Summary: Both men are politically divisive, fiercely combative and have outsize egos. But as Mr. Trump arrives in the Middle East next week, the fate of the region could hinge…

Can King Charles Heal a Royal Family Crisis Before It’s Too Late?

Summary: Prince Harry’s desperate plea to reconcile with his father highlighted a rupture that could undermine the monarchy’s attempts to model unity…. Read more

The Danger for India and Pakistan Has Not Gone Away

Summary: New developments in the nuclear powers’ harrowing four-day conflict, along with entrenched religious nationalism on each side, could signal more frequent battles ahead…. Read more

How a Quiet American Cardinal Became Pope

Summary: At a conclave with many new members, a swift, stunning consensus built around an unknown to many outside of the church…. Read more

US reportedly planning to deport migrants to Libya despite ‘clear’ violation of court order

Summary: Judge confirms move would breach order as Libya’s rival governments say both would refuse any US deportees The Trump administration is reportedly planning to deport a group of immigrants…