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Washington Post World News
Apr 30, 2025

After Canada, the anti-Trump backlash moves to Australia
The election result in Canada could soon be repeated in another Commonwealth country, as Australia goes to the polls this weekend amid Trump's tariff war.

Washington Post World News
Apr 29, 2025

Canada's new leader faces big challenges related to Trump and beyond
With Donald Trump, western alienation and a spiraling cost-of-living crisis, Canada's new prime minister has his hands full.

Washington Post World News
Apr 29, 2025

Cause of Spain power outage still unclear after mass blackout, travel chaos
Red Eléctrica, Spain's electricity grid operator, ruled out a cyberattack, human error or unusual weather. Experts say it could take weeks to determine the cause.

Washington Post World News
Apr 29, 2025

Ultraconservatives are pushing for a pope like them. It might not happen.
The promotion of conservative candidates from some corners started almost immediately after Francis's death was announced.

Washington Post World News
Apr 29, 2025

What Canada's election results mean for Canadians, Trump and U.S. tariffs
Mark Carney's Liberal Party is projected to win a federal election that played out against a backdrop of Trump's trade war and annexation threats.

Washington Post World News
Apr 29, 2025

She tried to expose Russia's brutal detention system — and ended up dead
A consortium of international journalists continued the work of reporter Viktoriia Roshchyna who was investigating what Russia was doing in occupied Ukraine.

Washington Post World News
Apr 29, 2025

China says it won't ‘kneel' to U.S., urges countries to resist bullying
As the trade war between the two economic giants continues, Beijing declared that "bowing to a bully is like drinking poison to quench a thirst."

Washington Post World News
Apr 29, 2025

Grief turns to fear in Kashmir as Indian forces crack down after attack
Kashmiris have denounced last week's deadly militant assault on tourists in Pahalgam but fear they will be caught in the widening Indian clampdown.

Washington Post World News
Apr 28, 2025

In stunning comeback, Carney's Liberals projected to win Canada's federal election
The projected result marked a reversal in fortunes for a party that was on track for a massive drubbing only months ago and capped a campaign upended by Trump.

Washington Post World News
Apr 28, 2025

In stunning comeback, Carney's Liberals win Canada's federal election
The result marked a reversal in fortunes for a party that was on track for a massive drubbing only months ago and capped a campaign upended by Trump.

Washington Post World News
Apr 28, 2025

World court opens hearings on Israel's aid obligations to Palestinians
The United Nations had asked the International Court of Justice for an advisory opinion on Israel's obligations to facilitate aid under international law.

Washington Post World News
Apr 28, 2025

Massive power outage hits Spain and Portugal
The cause of the blackout that spread chaos across the Iberian Peninsula was not immediately known.

Washington Post World News
Apr 28, 2025

Russia declares ceasefire for World War II event; Trump says it's not enough
The ceasefire would begin May 8 and end on May 10, and the Kremlin said it expects Ukraine to adhere to it as well. Ukraine has been pushing for a full truce.

Washington Post World News
Apr 28, 2025

Massive power outage hits Spain, Portugal and parts of France
The cause of the blackout that caused chaos across the Iberian Peninsula was not immediately known.

Washington Post World News
Apr 28, 2025

Amid newfound nationalism, Canadians didn't get the election they expected
Shadowed by Trump, A Canadian election that was set to be about turning the page after Justin Trudeau is now about something altogether different.

Washington Post World News
Apr 28, 2025

Russia declares ceasefire for World War II event; Trump says not enough
The ceasefire would begin May 8 and end on May 10, and the Kremlin said it expects Ukraine to adhere to it as well. Ukraine has been pushing for a full truce.

Washington Post World News
Apr 28, 2025

U.S. strike killed scores of African migrants in Yemen, Houthis say
Yemen's Houthis alleged that a U.S. strike hit a migrant detention center in Saada, killing 68. There was no immediate comment from U.S. Central Command.

Washington Post World News
Apr 28, 2025

Trial to begin for woman accused of killing 3 with poisonous mushroom lunch
Erin Patterson has been charged with multiple counts of murder and attempted murder over alleged poisonings in Australia. She has denied wrongdoing.

Washington Post World News
Apr 28, 2025

Russia declares three-day ceasefire for World War II victory event
The ceasefire would begin May 8 and end on May 10, and the Kremlin said it expects Ukraine to adhere to it as well. Ukraine has been pushing for a full truce.

Washington Post World News
Apr 28, 2025

Conclave to select new pope will begin May 7, Vatican announces
With 135 cardinals eligible to vote, the coming conclave is set to be the largest in the history of the Catholic Church and one of the most unpredictable in decades.

Washington Post World News
Apr 28, 2025

Canada votes in an election upended by Trump. Here's what to know.
In their backgrounds and political styles, Canadian election front-runners Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre are a study in contrasts.

Washington Post World News
Apr 28, 2025

China and Philippines both claim control of disputed Sandy Cay reef
The competing claims are reigniting tensions in the South China Sea and coincide with joint military drills between the U.S. and the Philippines.

Washington Post World News
Apr 28, 2025

China deploys NGOs to quash criticism at U.N. organizations in Geneva
Dozens of self-described nongovernmental organizations active at the United Nations have hidden ties to Beijing, an investigation shows.

Washington Post World News
Apr 28, 2025

China deploys NGOs to squash criticism at U.N. organizations in Geneva
Dozens of self-described nongovernmental organizations active at the United Nations have hidden ties to Beijing, an investigation shows.

Washington Post World News
Apr 27, 2025

North Korea hails the ‘heroic feats' of its troops fighting for Russia
After Russia claimed to have retaken the Kursk region from Ukraine, North Korea acknowledged for the first time that it had sent soldiers to fight in Moscow's war.

Washington Post World News
Apr 27, 2025

At least 40 killed, hundreds injured in massive Iranian port explosion
Officials declared a public health emergency and warned of the spread of toxic pollutants through the air. The cause of the explosion is not yet clear.

Washington Post World News
Apr 27, 2025

11 killed as vehicle drives through Vancouver festival crowd
Vancouver's Filipino community was celebrating Lapu Lapu Day. Police said they were not treating the incident as an act of terrorism.

Washington Post World News
Apr 27, 2025

Canada goes to vote in an election shadowed by Trump
A Canadian election that was supposed to be about turning the page after 10 years of Justin Trudeau is now about something altogether different.

Washington Post World News
Apr 27, 2025

CIA official's son killed fighting with Russian army in Ukraine
Michael Gloss, 21, the son of a senior CIA official and an Iraq War veteran, suffered from mental illness. He died in April 2024 in eastern Ukraine.

Washington Post World News
Apr 27, 2025

Nine killed as vehicle rams through Vancouver festival crowd
Vancouver's Filipino community was celebrating Lapu Lapu Day. Police said they were not treating the incident as an act of terrorism.

Washington Post World News
Apr 27, 2025

At least 28 killed, hundreds injured in massive Iranian port explosion
Officials declared a public health emergency and warned of the spread of toxic pollutants through the air. The cause of the explosion is not yet clear.

Washington Post World News
Apr 27, 2025

Nine killed after vehicle rams through Vancouver festival crowd
The incident took place during a Lapu Lapu Day celebration for the Filipino community. Police said they were not treating the incident as an act of terrorism.

Washington Post World News
Apr 27, 2025

Tariffs on Chinese-made machinery drive up costs for U.S. manufacturers
The U.S. economy depends on Chinese tools needed to make everything from cars to electronics in American factories.

Washington Post World News
Apr 27, 2025

Trump, the self-professed dealmaker, presses difficult negotiations
President Donald Trump has set tight timelines for deals on Iran, Ukraine, Gaza and tariffs. But the rapid success he promised has been elusive.

Washington Post World News
Apr 27, 2025

Canada's Carney says he's the man for the moment. Now voters will decide.
Canada's new prime minister, a political novice, is on the cusp of leading his party to a comeback, fueled in part by President Donald Trump's attacks.

Washington Post World News
Apr 27, 2025

25 killed, hundreds injured in massive Iran port explosion
Officials declared a public health emergency and warned of the spread of toxic pollutants through the air.

Washington Post World News
Apr 27, 2025

Multiple people killed, injured after vehicle runs into Vancouver crowd
The incident took place during a Filipino Lapu Lapu celebration. The motive and toll were not immediately known.

Washington Post World News
Apr 27, 2025

Africa was vital to Francis's papacy — and will shape the church's future
One in 5 of the world's Catholics now live in Africa, and African cardinals will be key in determining Francis's successor at the upcoming conclave.

Washington Post World News
Apr 27, 2025

Eighteen killed, about 800 injured in massive Iran port explosion
Officials declared a public health emergency and warned of the spread of toxic pollutants through the air.

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Fourteen killed, about 750 injured in massive Iran port explosion
Officials declared a public health emergency and warned of the spread of toxic pollutants through the air.

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Trump meets Zelensky, then threatens new sanctions against Russia
Zelensky used the funeral of Pope Francis to launch a diplomatic blitz to head off a U.S. proposal to end Russia's war on Ukraine on terms favorable to Moscow.

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Eight killed, more than 700 injured in massive Iran port explosion
Officials declared a public health emergency and warned of the spread of toxic pollutants through the air.

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

8 killed, over 700 injured in massive Iran port explosion
Officials declared a public health emergency, and warned of the spread of toxic pollutants through the air.

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

5 killed, over 700 injured in massive Iran port explosion
The explosion happened against the backdrop of preliminary talks between the U.S. and Iran over Tehran's nuclear program.

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Trump threatens new sanctions against Russia after Zelensky meeting
The meeting between the two leaders at Pope Francis's funeral was symbolic in part because of the Pope's advocacy for a just end to the war in Ukraine.

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Iran and U.S. advance to technical talks on Tehran's nuclear program
The United States wants to prevent Iran from developing a nuclear weapon. Iran wants relief from sanctions.

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Symbolic Trump and Zelensky meeting is first since Oval Office blowup
The meeting between the two leaders at Pope Francis's funeral was symbolic in part because of the Pope's advocacy for a just end to the war in Ukraine.

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Pope Francis has been buried in a simple tomb at Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica, near the...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Pope Francis is buried in Rome after funeral attended by 250,000
World leaders, cardinals and at least 250,000 of the faithful gathered in the Vatican on Saturday morning to bid farewell to Pope Francis.

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

First reader at funeral was an American journalist


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

The conclave: Days, sometimes weeks, of voting


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

How is the next pontiff chosen?


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Live updates: Pope Francis arrives at Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica in Rome for burial
World leaders, cardinals and at least 250,000 of the faithful gathered in the Vatican on Saturday morning to bid farewell to Pope Francis.

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Pope Francis's funeral: How it happened


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

The pope's coffin has entered Santa Maria Maggiore, his final resting place. What's next?


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

About 150,000 people watched the pope's coffin travel to the Basilica of St. Mary Major, the...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

What Pope Francis's shoes revealed about his faith


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Pope Francis laid to rest in funeral Mass, in photos
An estimated 250,000 people filled St. Peter's Square and beyond to pay their final respects at the funeral Mass for Pope Francis, who died on Monday at 88.

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Forty special guests, all holding white roses and representing homeless people, migrants, prisoners and transgender people,...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Forty special guests, holding white roses and representing homeless people, migrants, prisoners and transgender people, formed...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Pope Francis's coffin has been carried into the Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica in Rome. He had...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Mourners line procession route in hopes of a glimpse of Francis's coffin


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange in Vatican for funeral of Pope Francis


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's staff shared photos of his brief meeting with President Donald Trump as...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Live updates: Mourners bid farewell to Pope Francis during procession to burial
World leaders, cardinals and at least 250,000 of the faithful gathered in the Vatican on Saturday morning to bid farewell to Pope Francis.

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Among the meek and the mighty, Catholics bury their ‘people's pope'
The pope's unadorned tomb, marked by a single Latin word — Franciscus — was intended, a cleric said, to reflect a life of "simplicity and essential things."

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

The funeral procession from St. Peter's Basilica to the pope's burial site at Santa Maria Maggiore...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

The coffin of Pope Francis was carried back inside St. Peter's Basilica, down an aisle lined...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Crowds are lined up two and three rows deep along Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, a main...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

The Vatican has just updated the crowd estimate, saying authorities now estimate about 250,000 people are...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Communion — bread and wine representing the body and blood of Jesus — has been offered...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Soaring prices, empty shelves as Japan's rice crisis worsens
Japan is taking the rare steps of turning to imports and releasing part of its emergency stockpile of the grain as the government struggles to meet demand.

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

The scale of the crowd is incredible. Far beyond St. Peter's Square, people are filling every...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

What is the Swiss Guard?


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Requiems held around the world alongside Vatican's funeral Mass


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Homily calls Francis ‘a pope among the people'


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who attended the funeral in a military-style black overshirt with collared shirt,...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

The coffin, which was sealed on Friday evening, sits on the forecourt of St. Peter's Basilica,...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Live updates: Thousands pack St. Peter's Square for Pope Francis's funeral
World leaders, cardinals and at least 200,000 of the faithful are expected to gather in the Vatican on Saturday morning to bid farewell to Pope Francis.

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Who is overseeing the funeral?


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump are seated in the front row, the president...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Who is running the Vatican until the conclave?


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

The Vatican said Saturday that authorities estimated the crowd size to be "around 200,000 people" —...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

The funeral Mass for Pope Francis has begun. It is presided over by Cardinal Giovanni Battista...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Pope will have one coffin, simple underground tomb


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Blue skies and large crowds mark contrast to Benedict XVI's funeral


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

The coffin of Pope Francis has been carried out of St. Peter's Basilica to the funeral...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump are in attendance. They paid their respects to...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Readers reflect on Pope Francis: He brought ‘many of us closer to God'
Catholics, atheists, Muslims and more, from around the world, tell of how the pope's life and leadership inspired them.

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Where is the funeral being held?


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Francis chose Rome's Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica as his final resting place


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Dignitaries are arriving at St. Peter's Square, including Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Cypriot President Nikos...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Who will attend the funeral?


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky landed in Rome on Saturday morning, spokesperson Serhiy Nykyforov told Ukrainian public...


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Massive security presence as crowds gather


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Only two papal resignations in the past 600 years


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Former president Joe Biden and former first lady Jill Biden have arrived in St Peter's Square.


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

How is the funeral expected to unfold?


Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

Live updates: More than 200,000 expected to attend Pope Francis's funeral Saturday
World leaders, cardinals and at least 200,000 of the faithful are expected to gather in the Vatican on Saturday morning to bid farewell to Pope Francis.

Washington Post World News
Apr 26, 2025

A white canopy to cover the coffin and funeral altar is arranged at the top of...


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