Christians Are Pressing Trump to Clear a Path for Israel to Annex the West Bank
Some 80 percent of white, evangelical Christians voted for President Trump. Now, some want a policy change that could undermine a future Palestinian state.
Conservatism (US Politics)
Right-Wing Media Praises U.S.-Russia Talks as ‘Breath of Fresh Air’
Many of President Trump’s media allies were quick to celebrate this week’s negotiations, a contrast to the deep unease expressed by the foreign policy establishment.
Texas Bishop Loudly Critical of the Pope Is Removed
Bishop Joseph Strickland was a highly prominent figure among traditionalist American Catholics who see Pope Francis as too liberal.
Vatican Synod Puts Catholic Church’s Most Sensitive Issues on the Table
Pope Francis’ calls for open-minded discussion will be tested this week as bishops meet with lay people, including women, to debate topics such as married priests and the blessing of gay couples.
What Is a Synod in the Catholic Church? And Why Does This One Matter?
A seemingly obscure meeting could be the culmination of Francis’ papacy and lay the groundwork for lasting change on issues like married priests and the blessing of gay unions.
McCarthy Declines to Host House Forum for Zelensky Amid G.O.P. Rifts
The speaker plans a private meeting with the Ukrainian president, but his refusal to arrange for rank-and-file lawmakers to hear from him directly reflects Republican resistance to continuing aid to Kyiv.
British Conservatives’ Commitment to Green Policy Is Tested
British conservatives kept a seat in a recent election by opposing an ultralow emissions zone, and some are now questioning ambitious emissions-reduction targets.
4 Takeaways From Britain’s By-Elections
Among the takeaways from the vote, which saw two losses for Conservatives but also one win, was that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is down but not out.
How Environmentally Conscious Investing Became a Target of Conservatives
The business world has been pulled into partisan politics, with Republicans bringing their battle against socially conscious investing to Congress.
South Korea Inches Toward Same-Sex Equality, but Broader Bill Is Stalled
Christian conservatives in the country have campaigned tirelessly for decades to prevent legislation that would offer protections to L.G.B.T.Q. people.