Recent reporting, background, and summaries from the international desk.
The Trump administration sanctioned Colombian President Gustavo Petro, his family, and Interior Minister on October 24, 2025, over alleged failures to curb drug trafficking, freezing their U.S. assets. Petro condemned the "paradoxical" move, intensifying a bitter feud between the leaders.
Geopolitical tensions are fragmenting the global financial system, reversing decades of integration and leading to higher costs, instability, and less effective sanctions, particularly impacting emerging economies.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy met European leaders in London today to secure advanced weaponry, including long-range missiles, and financial support for Ukraine amidst escalating geopolitical tensions. This critical summit aims to bolster Ukraine's defense and address the use of frozen Russian
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has issued a significant advisory opinion, ordering Israel to permit the unimpeded entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza. The ruling, delivered on October 22,...