International

Russia unleashes drone and missile attack on Ukraine as diplomatic talks continue
Russia unleashed a major missile and drone barrage on Ukraine overnight into Saturday, after U.S. and Ukrainian officials said they'll meet on Saturday for talks aimed at ending the war.
The World Cup draw is here. Here’s why it matters — and how it will work
FIFA is about to determine which teams all 48 participating countries in the FIFA World Cup 2026 will face in the group phase of the tournament, which the U.S., Canada and Mexico are co-hosting.
Marine robotics firm will resume deep-sea search for MH370 plane that vanished a decade ago
Malaysia's transport ministry has announced that a private firm will resume the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 later this month. Texas-based Ocean Infinity will conduct the deep-sea hunt under a "no-find, no-fee" contract with Malaysia's government.
Pope Leo prays for unity at historic Nicaea site
On the second day of his inaugural overseas trip, Pope Leo XIV visited the ancient site of the First Council of Nicaea, in Turkey, urging Christians — and all faiths — to reject the use of religion to justify violence.
Death toll rises to 128 in Hong Kong residential fire; 8 more arrested over towers' renovation
Hong Kong firefighters have found dozens more bodies in a high-rise complex after a massive fire engulfed seven buildings. The death toll has risen to 128, with many still unaccounted for. 
What was 'Operation Allies Welcome,' which allowed some Afghans entry into the U.S.?
The Afghan man suspected of shooting two National Guard members entered the U.S. under the program in 2021. Here's a look at why it was set up and how those who entered the U.S. were vetted.
Israeli forces kill Palestinian men in West Bank after they appear to surrender
Israeli forces on Thursday killed a pair of Palestinian men in the occupied West Bank after they appeared to surrender, drawing Palestinian accusations that the men were executed "in cold blood."