International Affairs

A coordinated, multi-nation crackdown uprooted a sprawling antiquities smuggling ring worth over $1 billion, revealing the threat such networks pose to cultural heritage and national security.

Russia’s criminalization of dissent deepens as lawmakers impose punitive taxes on ‘foreign agents,’ weaponizing fiscal policy to silence opposition and tighten control amid war and economic strain.

The U.S. will send a representative only to the ceremonial handover at the G20 summit in South Africa, deliberately withdrawing from substantive talks amid unfounded claims against the host. This move threatens America’s leadership on the global stage and raises questions about Washington’s priorities.

Belarus released two Catholic priests after Vatican talks, but the regime’s crackdown on religious freedom and political dissent persists, highlighting ongoing threats to sovereignty and human rights.

A staged assault against Poland’s ambassador in San Petersburg highlights Moscow’s reckless disregard for international law and diplomatic protections, threatening European stability—and by extension, America’s security interests.

Decades after Princess Diana’s tragic death in Paris, a wax museum unveils her iconic ‘revenge dress’ figure—raising questions about royal image-making versus real accountability.

As Nepal imposes a curfew amid clashes between Gen Z activists and Communist loyalists, the chaos reveals the dangers of political instability—lessons America must heed to protect freedom and order at home.

A top Russian hacker accused of targeting U.S. government agencies was arrested in Thailand, highlighting ongoing vulnerabilities and the need for stronger America First cybersecurity measures.

As Brussels hosts a critical meeting on Gaza’s future, Europe’s eagerness to expand influence clashes with U.S. reform conditions and Israeli rejection of Palestinian Authority control, leaving America’s strategic interests on the line.

Reports of a clandestine US-Russia peace proposal excluding Ukraine threaten to compromise American leadership and Europe’s security, risking a dangerous concession to Russian aggression.