World Affairs
The Opposition Is Leading in Hungary, But Winning Is the Easy Part
Voters in Hungary face a critical election on Sunday that carries political and foreign policy implications for Ukraine, Europe, and beyond.
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Trading Day: Wall Street jumps on optimism over revived US-Iran talks, focus on earnings
Stocks rallied and crude fell on Tuesday as the promise of ongoing talks between the United States and Iran boosted hopes of de-escalation in the Middle...
World Affairs
Iran war: What is happening on day 42 of US-Israeli attacks?
A Pakistan-brokered US-Iran ceasefire has taken effect but disputes over its scope are fuelling regional tensions.
World Affairs
The U.S. military says it will blockade Iranian ports as Iran peace talks collapse
ISLAMABAD — The U.S. military said on Sunday that it will soon block ships from Iranian ports. It comes after the U.S. and Iran failed to reach an agreement...