Category: World News
Parroting Kremlin, Trump blames Zelensky for war, angering Ukrainians
Washington Post President Donald Trump said Volodymyr Zelensky had low approval ratings and elections were needed, statements also made in the past week by the Kremlin and disputed by Ukrainians. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/02/19/ukraine-russia-trump-elections-zelensky/
Read MoreLive briefing: Hostage families question delay in ceasefire talks as Hamas proposes to free all captives
Washington Post Hostage families demanded clarification from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over stalled Phase 2 ceasefire talks, saying their loved ones are at risk. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/02/19/israel-war-gaza-ceasefire-news-hamas/
Read MorePope Francis slept peacefully, ate breakfast following diagnosis of pneumonia in both lungs
Fox News Pope Francis slept well and ate breakfast on Wednesday morning after he was diagnosed with pneumonia in both lungs, according to the Vatican. Matteo Bruni, a spokesperson for the Vatican, said Francis had a peaceful fifth night in Rome’s Gemelli hospital. “He had a tranquil night, woke up and had breakfast,” the spokesperson…
Read MoreThe defiant broadcaster
Washington Post Military strongmen have silenced their critics and muzzled the media, threatening, arresting and exiling those who speak out for democracy. A few still dare. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/interactive/2025/africa-sahel/journalism-media-threats-democracy/
Read MoreHow we reported these stories
Washington Post Washington Post journalists faced numerous challenges in reporting from the Sahel region of Africa, including hostility from locals and restrictions on access. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/interactive/2025/africa-sahel/reporting-process-challenges/
Read MoreThe American soldier
Washington Post At a time when Africa is convulsed by various threats and American interests could be at risk, United States influence is in retreat. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/interactive/2025/africa-sahel/american-military-foreign-threats/
Read MoreThe Islamist militant
Washington Post As Africa’s Sahel region has replaced the Middle East as the epicenter of jihadism, young men are flocking to the cause. They don’t always like what they find. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/interactive/2025/africa-sahel/islam-jihad-extremist-movement/
Read MoreThe coup leader
Washington Post As many Africans sour on the West, a new generation of military officers are seizing power, vowing to build strong and sovereign nations. But at what cost? https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/interactive/2025/africa-sahel/military-coups-african-nations-sovereignty/
Read MoreThe Russian mercenary
Washington Post Soldiers from the Wagner Group have helped Vladimir Putin advance his aim of restoring Russian power in Africa. But on the ground, they’ve learned hard lessons. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/interactive/2025/africa-sahel/russian-influence-putin-wagner-group/
Read MoreThe militia commander
Washington Post The advancing tide of Islamist extremism has prompted the rise of pro-government militias. The result has been a vicious cycle of escalating violence. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/interactive/2025/africa-sahel/militias-islamic-extremism-violence/
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