World Jul 27 Pope Francis apologizes for abuse at Indigenous schools, but the pain remains for many Pope Francis continues his week-long tour of Canada where he’s apologizing for the Catholic Church’s role in running residential schools — very similar to ones across the United States — that tried to eradicate Native cultures. While the pope’s apology…
World Jul 21 Russia tightens grip on eastern Ukraine with plans for secession referendums Turkish and UN officials say they expect to sign a deal with Russia and Ukraine Friday to allow Ukraine to resume vital exports. The country is one of the world’s largest providers of grain and oil. Meanwhile, the battles grind…
Nation Jul 15 Biden meets with Saudi leader accused of approving journalist’s murder President Biden has landed in Saudi Arabia and met with King Salman and Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman. It's delicate diplomacy for an administration that’s pledged to put human rights first, but is also dealing with the realities of Saudi…
Nation Jul 14 Biden holds talks on Iran with Israel amid calls to address journalist’s death President Biden and Israeli leaders on Thursday discussed the threat posed by Iran, despite differences over a possible diplomatic deal over Iran’s nuclear program. Biden also reiterated his support for a two-state solution, as aides faced questions about why the…
World Jul 12 Biden faces criticism for his trip to the Middle East President Biden is departing for his first trip to the Middle East as president Tuesday. It is delicate diplomacy for an administration that’s pledged to put human rights first, but is also balancing Middle East realities, especially in Saudi Arabia.
World Jul 06 Conservationists work to protect endangered species in Iraq Iraq boasts a rich natural environment. Spanning jagged mountains in the north to pristine deserts in the south, it offers a habitat to 84 endangered mammals, birds, reptiles and fish species. Wildlife conservationists are trying to strengthen laws and raise…
World Jul 05 Russian forces declare victory over a key eastern Ukrainian province After more than four months of intense fighting, Russia claimed victory over one of the two provinces in Ukraine's eastern industrial heartland. But that victory came at a steep price with Russian forces suffering heavy losses. Nick Schifrin reports.
World Jun 29 NATO moves to expand the alliance and boost defenses to counter Russia The North Atlantic Treaty Organization's 30 leaders on Wednesday officially invited Finland and Sweden to become members, and released a new strategic vision that called Russia the alliance’s most significant threat. Meanwhile, the U.S. announced it would deploy thousands of…
World Jun 27 How new sanctions from G-7 nations could impact Russia Leaders of the G-7 announced new measures Monday to try and punish Russia for its invasion of Ukraine. The steps are designed to target Russia’s economy and military long term. But in the meantime, Russia’s total war in Ukraine marches…
World Jun 20 Colombia ventures into the unknown with election of leftist president For the first time in its history, Colombia has elected a leftist president. Gustavo Petro is a former guerrilla who became mayor of Bogota and then a senator. He defeated right-wing populist Rodolfo Hernández. As Nick Schifrin reports, his election…