Vatican Excommunicates Society of St. Pius X, in First Major Crisis for Pope Leo

The move against the Society of St. Pius X followed its decision to defy Pope Leo XIV by consecrating new bishops against his wishes.

Russia’s Deadly Attack on Ukraine Reminds Europe of Its Own Vulnerabilities

Governments across the continent have increased military spending, but the strikes are another warning that they need to be prepared if the conflict crosses into NATO territory.

9 Buddhist Monks Killed After Boy Crashes Truck Into Procession

Another 11 were injured when the pickup truck hit the monks on a pilgrimage in northeast Thailand.

China Releases Details About Pilot Who Crashed Plane Into Beijing Skyscraper

City authorities said the pilot had suffered from insomnia and anxiety and had expressed a desire to end his life.

Ukrainian Charged With Sabotaging Pipelines Between Russia and Germany

A man identified only as Serhii K. is accused of overseeing an undersea bombing in 2022 that cut off a key source of Russian gas revenues.

As Far Right Rises, German Leaders Look to Jump-Start the Economy

An agreement between Chancellor Friedrich Merz and his center-left partners bets on politically painful compromises in hopes of holding off hard-line rivals.

Live Updates: Russia Hammers Ukraine’s Capital in Deadly Attacks

At least 17 people were killed in the assault on Kyiv, the Ukrainian authorities said. President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine had warned in recent days that Russia was preparing a “massive strike.”

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Imprisoned Chinese Journalist Seeks Medical Parole for Lung Tumor

Dong Yuyu is stuck in a dispute with prison authorities in Beijing over where to get treated for a possible cancer, his family said.

Mass Mournings,6 Days and 2 Countries: Iran Prepares to Bury Supreme Leader

Long-delayed funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed during U.S.-Israeli strikes at the war’s outset, are set to begin Friday. For the regime, it is a critical moment to demonstrate that it has endured.