France Reacts to Runoff Election Results
The final tally confirms that the left has the most seats in the National Assembly, with the far right third. Now, there’s a scramble to figure out a way forward.
After 9 Months of War, Israelis Call for a Cease-Fire Deal and Elections
A day of nationwide anti-government protests comes amid signs of progress toward a truce and hostage deal with Hamas, as well as continued fighting.
Abductions Rattle Kenya as Anti-Government Protests Continue
Dozens of activists say they were snatched from their homes or off the streets by hooded, armed men. Some are still missing, and the disappearances have unnerved a nation long…
Kings Battle for an Ancient Throne in Nigeria
Two men claim to be the emir of Kano, an ancient kingdom in northern Nigeria. Their struggle for power and influence is feeding into a wider competition ahead of the…
Kenyan President Rejects Bill That Led to Deadly Protests
A day after at least 23 people were killed in demonstrations against a tax increase, President William Ruto withdrew the law that he said was necessary to avoid defaulting on…
Kenyan Lawmakers Pass Contentious Tax Rises Despite Protests
Demonstrators were met with tear gas, and live fire rang out as they marched on Parliament in an attempt to stop the vote. The bill now goes to President William…
Iran’s Onerous Hijab Law for Women Is Now a Campaign Issue
In a sign that a women-led movement has gained ground, all of the men running for president have distanced themselves from the harsh tactics used to enforce mandatory hijab.
What the Mood Is Like in Iran Ahead of Presidential Elections
A special presidential election campaign is featuring blistering attacks on the status quo by conservatives and the lone reformer alike.
Na Kyung Taek’s Photos Exposed a Bloody Crackdown. His Identity Was a Secret.
Na Kyung Taek’s photos bore witness — and helped bring international attention — to the military junta’s brutal suppression of a pro-democracy uprising in Gwangju, South Korea, in 1980.
Belgian Campus Protests Over War in Gaza Take Different Tone
Pro-Palestinian student activists at one Belgian university have borrowed from the U.S. playbook of encampments and slogans. The results, however, have been starkly different.