International Relations

Mar. 17, 2026

Pope Leo XIV to Receive U.S. Medal of Freedom

First-ever pontiff to be honored with prestigious award recognizing advocacy for religious freedom

Mar. 17, 2026

Professor Mearsheimer: Israel is a 'stone around America's neck'

Renowned political scientist says US must act decisively to change regimes, but invasion of Iran would be a 'recipe for disaster'

Mar. 15, 2026

Mearsheimer Reflects on 20 Years of "The Israel Lobby"

The influential essay sparked major debate when published in 2006.

Mar. 15, 2026

Pope Calls for Ceasefire in Iran War

Vatican escalates pressure for end to hostilities, citing civilian suffering

Mar. 10, 2026

Chicago Experts Analyze Ongoing US-Iran War

Academics say conflict lacks clear objectives

Mar. 3, 2026

Protesters in Chicago Call for Peace After U.S.-Israel Attack on Iran

Hundreds gather to condemn strikes that killed Iran's Supreme Leader and over 200 others, fearing an escalating war.

Mar. 3, 2026

Anti-war Protest Held in Chicago Against U.S., Israel Strikes in Iran

Demonstrators express concern over potential for further conflict and destabilization in the region.

Mar. 3, 2026

US-Israel Tensions Escalate as Attacks on Iran Continue

Experts question the strategic rationale behind the US joining Israel's assault on Iran.

Mar. 2, 2026

Chicago Professor Analyzes US-Israeli Strikes on Iran

Northwestern University expert weighs in on weekend attacks and uncertain path forward

Mar. 2, 2026

Iranians in Chicago Express Mixed Emotions After U.S.-Israel Attacks in Iran

Community members share feelings ranging from celebration to concern over the strikes that killed Iran's supreme leader.

Mar. 2, 2026

Chicago Police Monitor US-Iran Conflict, No Known Threat to City

Authorities say they are paying special attention to places of worship as a precaution.

Mar. 2, 2026

Iranian Americans Respond to US Airstrikes in Iran

Professor from Northeastern Illinois University shares perspective on escalating conflict.

Mar. 2, 2026

Pope Condemns Trump's Unauthorized Iran Strikes as American Troops Die

Pope Leo XIV calls for diplomacy and an end to the spiral of violence in the Middle East.

Mar. 2, 2026

Pope Leo Decries "Spiral of Violence," Urges Diplomacy to Stave Off Tragedy

The pontiff calls on leaders to assume "moral responsibility" to stop escalating Mideast conflict.

Mar. 2, 2026

Killing Enemy Leaders Often Escalates Conflict and Chaos

Precision strikes intended to compress conflicts can instead transform their character, history shows.

Mar. 2, 2026

US Lawmakers Uncertain About Iran's Future After Strikes

Lawmakers from both parties express skepticism about the Trump administration's strategy following the killing of Iran's leadership.

Feb. 28, 2026

Denmark Faces Genocide Allegations Over Greenland Policy

A human rights investigation into Denmark's treatment of the Greenlandic people is expected to deliver a verdict in the coming weeks.