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Vatican Declines Participation in Trump's 'Board of Peace'

The Holy See cites concerns over the board's structure and the role of the United Nations in managing global crises.

U.S. Alleges China Conducted Secret Nuclear Test in 2020

China denies the claim, calling it an attempt to 'fabricate excuses' for U.S. nuclear testing.

Vatican Declines Participation in Trump's 'Board of Peace'

The Holy See cites concerns over the board's structure and the role of the United Nations in crisis management.

Trump Calls for Regime Change in Iran, Confirms New US Armada

President Trump says regime change is the 'best thing that could happen' in Iran as tensions escalate between the two countries.

Partial Federal Shutdown Shrinks Congressional Presence at Munich Security Conference

Speaker Mike Johnson canceled the official House delegation to Europe's biggest annual security summit amid a funding battle that is expected to shutter the Department of Homeland Security.

Senior Seoul Official Anticipates 'New Progress' on North Korea Issue

Remarks come amid speculation of potential Trump-Kim meeting in China

Key Nuclear Treaty Ending, Blow to Russia's 'Superpower' Status

Expiration of New START treaty raises concerns about unconstrained nuclear expansion and global security.

Obama Warns of Nuclear Arms Race If U.S.-Russia Treaty Expires

The former president says Congress must act before the New START treaty ends to avoid "pointlessly wiping out decades of diplomacy."

Pope Leo's Measured Approach Aims to Unify Divided Church

The new pope's softer, more cautious style contrasts with his predecessor's bold rhetoric.