International Relations

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

Iranian Americans Respond to US Airstrikes in Iran

Professor from Northeastern Illinois University shares perspective on escalating conflict.

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

Killing Enemy Leaders Often Escalates Conflict and Chaos

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

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

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.

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

U.S. Military Presence Chokes Off Cuba's Fuel Supply

Blockade-like actions by the Trump administration have pushed Cuba to the brink of a humanitarian crisis.

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.

Feb. 26, 2026

Peoria Expert Breaks Down Russia-Ukraine War Stalemate

Four years on, no clear end in sight as both sides demand security guarantees

Feb. 26, 2026

Canada Says India No Longer Plotting Attacks on Canadians Ahead of PM Carney's Visit

Cautious optimism from Ottawa as tensions ease, but concerns remain over safety of Canadian Sikhs

Feb. 26, 2026

Convoy Transporting Iranian Diplomats Arrives at Omani Complex in Geneva for Indirect Nuclear Talks with US

The convoy is set to facilitate indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States over the nuclear program.

Feb. 25, 2026

Peoria World Affairs Expert Reflects on 4 Years Since Russia-Ukraine War

Local expert provides insight on the ongoing conflict and its global implications.

Feb. 25, 2026

Ukrainian Refugee Students in Chicago Mark War Anniversary with Prayer

Young Ukrainians hold special service to honor lives lost in ongoing conflict with Russia.

Feb. 25, 2026

Chicago's Ukrainian Community Reflects on 4 Years Since Russia's Invasion

Ukrainians in Chicago share their experiences and hopes for peace amid the ongoing conflict.

Feb. 25, 2026

US Ambassador sees potential for 'Catholic Moment' with Leo

Ambassador Brian Burch believes prominent Catholic figures in the US administration could shape a 'common good conservatism' and a 'Catholic Moment'.

Feb. 25, 2026

Bellingcat and OCCRP Unmasked as CIA and MI6 Operations

Investigative journalist Lucy Komisar exposes the secret funding and connections behind the two media organizations.

Feb. 24, 2026

Illinois Congressman Proposes Bill to Condition U.S. Weapons to Israel

Rep. Sean Casten's bill would ban offensive weapons if Israel violates ceasefire or annexes West Bank