French Prime Minister Bayrou Loses Confidence Vote, Putting Pressure on Macron
Prime Minister François Bayrou failed a confidence vote aimed at breaking an impasse over the budget, adding more pressure on President Emmanuel Macron.
Politics and Government
Brazilians Protest as Bolsonaro Coup Trial Nears Verdict
Tensions are heating up in Brazil as the nation enters the final week of former President Jair Bolsonaro’s trial on attempted coup charges.
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba of Japan Says He Will Step Down
The embattled leader is trying to head off a deep split in his party over a right-wing political surge, a weakened economy and turbulent trade relations with the United States.
Cardiologist Draws Outcry With Claim Tying Vaccines to Royals’ Cancer
The British government condemned the remarks, made without evidence by the cardiologist, Dr. Aseem Malhotra, at an event for the anti-immigration party led by Nigel Farage.
Thrust Into the Line of Fire, Iranians Worry About What Comes Next
A 12-day war in June upended the shadow war rivalry between Israel and Iran. Some Iranians want to strike back, others want to move on.
A World War II Dispute Between Ukraine and Poland Is Put to Rest
The remains of people killed and left in mass graves in the waning days of the war are being given dignified burials.
Keir Starmer’s Miserable Moment in the U.K. Has Nigel Farage Gloating
The resignation on Friday of Angela Rayner, Britain’s deputy prime minister, was the latest setback for Prime Minister Keir Starmer as he battles the rise of the right-wing populist Nigel Farage.
Karina Milei, Argentina’s Mysterious First Sister, Captivates Nation After Audio Leaks
Karina Milei has become a lightning rod for corruption accusations even as her power and the loyalty of her brother, President Javier Milei, remain unwavering.
With ‘Ghost Bat’ Drone, Australia Gears Up for New Arms Race
A new class of aircraft developed with Boeing, it will be the first military plane designed and manufactured in the country in half a century.
Thrust Into the Line of Fire, Iranians Worry About What Comes Next
A 12-day war in June upended the shadow war rivalry between Israel and Iran. Some Iranians want to strike back, others want to move on.