Four Canadian soldiers were killed and dozens injured after commanders continued an Alberta exercise as a wildfire approached, raising urgent oversight questions.
The Chemmani mass grave discovery has renewed pressure on Sri Lanka’s leaders to deliver a credible investigation into wartime disappearances.
Berlin’s Left Party won the capital’s election, setting up difficult coalition talks over housing, antisemitism and governing credibility.
United Russia led Russia’s Duma vote with 57.76 percent after most protocols were counted, putting a constitutional majority within reach.
Zelensky says seven difficult bills before Ukraine’s parliament are needed to unlock Western aid and address a defense-driven budget gap.
Johann Wadephul said German defense firms should benefit from Berlin’s support for Ukraine and participate in procurement tied to aid.
Germany’s Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder resigns amid internal CDU tensions; Chancellor Friedrich Merz to nominate Steffen Bilger as successor.
A new poll shows 45% of Germans oppose banning the far-right AfD, which leads the CDU/CSU by eight points as it claims political leadership.
Hungary’s parliament passes a constitutional amendment limiting the prime minister to two four-year terms, preventing Viktor Orban from returning to office and signaling a shift in political power.
Germany's labor force deficit is projected to rise by 4.3 million by 2036 due to baby boomer retirements and declining migration, challenging corporate workforce strategies.
London hosted two large, opposing marches on migration and Palestinian rights, highlighting political divides and challenges for UK leadership amid social tensions.
The US State Department will issue passports featuring President Trump’s portrait for the 250th independence anniversary, reflecting a strategic branding move by the administration.
Pope Leo XIV condemns global tyrants exploiting religion for gain during Africa tour, provoking sharp criticism from US leadership and highlighting geopolitical tensions.