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Who Will Be the Next Pope? Top Candidates to Succeed Francis Revealed
With the death of Pope Francis on April 21, the Roman Catholic Church faces a critical juncture as cardinals prepare to gather in conclave to select his successor. The election, expected to occur within the next three weeks, will determine not only the next Bishop of Rome but the direction of a 1.39 billion-member institution grappling with ideological divisions, declining membership in the West, and explosive growth in the Global South. 
With the death of Pope Francis on April 21, the Roman Catholic Church faces a critical juncture as cardinals prepare to gather in conclave to select his successor. The election, expected to occur within the next three weeks, will determine not only the next Bishop of Rome but the direction of a 1.39 billion-member institution grappling with ideological divisions, declining membership in the West, and explosive growth in the Global South. -
Pope Francis, First Latin American Pontiff, Dies at 88
Pope Francis, the first Latin American and Jesuit pope, died Monday at the age of 88 in Vatican City, a day after making a final surprise appearance on Easter Sunday. His death was announced by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, who stated: "At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of His Church." 
Pope Francis, the first Latin American and Jesuit pope, died Monday at the age of 88 in Vatican City, a day after making a final surprise appearance on Easter Sunday. His death was announced by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, who stated: "At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of His Church." -
Israeli Army Admits ‘Professional Failures’ in Gaza Incident That Killed 15 Medics and U.N. Worker
An Israeli military investigation into the killing of 15 Palestinian medics and a United Nations staffer during a March operation in Rafah, Gaza, concluded Sunday with the dismissal of a deputy commander and public acknowledgment of multiple "professional failures." 
An Israeli military investigation into the killing of 15 Palestinian medics and a United Nations staffer during a March operation in Rafah, Gaza, concluded Sunday with the dismissal of a deputy commander and public acknowledgment of multiple "professional failures." -
Kyiv, Moscow Trade Accusations as Putin’s Easter Ceasefire Collapses After 24 Hours
A temporary Easter ceasefire announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin collapsed within hours over the weekend, as both Russia and Ukraine accused each other of violating the truce and resumed active hostilities along the front line. The Kremlin confirmed Sunday that there would be no extension of the 30-hour pause in fighting, which had begun Saturday evening. 
A temporary Easter ceasefire announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin collapsed within hours over the weekend, as both Russia and Ukraine accused each other of violating the truce and resumed active hostilities along the front line. The Kremlin confirmed Sunday that there would be no extension of the 30-hour pause in fighting, which had begun Saturday evening. -
Ukraine Sanctions Three Chinese Firms After Zelenskyy Alleges Arms Flow to Russia
Ukraine imposed sanctions on three Chinese companies Friday, escalating tensions with Beijing one day after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy publicly accused China of supplying Russia with weapons, including gunpowder and artillery. 
Ukraine imposed sanctions on three Chinese companies Friday, escalating tensions with Beijing one day after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy publicly accused China of supplying Russia with weapons, including gunpowder and artillery. -
U.S. Airstrike on Yemen Oil Port Kills 74, Marking Deadliest Attack in Trump’s Houthi Campaign
The U.S. military carried out an airstrike on a key oil terminal held by Yemen's Houthi rebels late Thursday, killing at least 74 people and wounding 171 others, according to Houthi authorities. The attack marked the deadliest known strike to date in President Donald Trump's renewed military campaign targeting the Iran-backed group. 
The U.S. military carried out an airstrike on a key oil terminal held by Yemen's Houthi rebels late Thursday, killing at least 74 people and wounding 171 others, according to Houthi authorities. The attack marked the deadliest known strike to date in President Donald Trump's renewed military campaign targeting the Iran-backed group. -
Zelenskyy Accuses China of Supplying Artillery and Gunpowder to Russia in Ukraine War
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused China on Thursday of supplying weapons and gunpowder to Russia and claimed Beijing is manufacturing arms on Russian territory-allegations that, if confirmed, would signal a major shift in China's posture on the war in Ukraine and heighten global tensions. 
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused China on Thursday of supplying weapons and gunpowder to Russia and claimed Beijing is manufacturing arms on Russian territory-allegations that, if confirmed, would signal a major shift in China's posture on the war in Ukraine and heighten global tensions. -
Russia to Use Seized U.S. Food Company to Supply Army - Report
The Kremlin plans to use a U.S.-owned canned food company it seized last year to supply Russian military forces, according to a letter reviewed by Reuters, adding a new layer of complexity to Washington's emerging negotiations with Moscow over the war in Ukraine and future commercial ties. 
The Kremlin plans to use a U.S.-owned canned food company it seized last year to supply Russian military forces, according to a letter reviewed by Reuters, adding a new layer of complexity to Washington's emerging negotiations with Moscow over the war in Ukraine and future commercial ties. -
UK Unleashes 'Invisible' Radio Weapon to Annihilate 100-Drone Swarm in Historic Test
The British military has successfully tested a new radiofrequency weapon capable of neutralizing drone swarms, marking what officials called the largest counter-drone exercise in U.K. Army history. The trial, held at a weapons range in Wales, saw the RFDEW (Radio Frequency Directed Energy Weapon) system defeat more than 100 drones in a single exercise. 
The British military has successfully tested a new radiofrequency weapon capable of neutralizing drone swarms, marking what officials called the largest counter-drone exercise in U.K. Army history. The trial, held at a weapons range in Wales, saw the RFDEW (Radio Frequency Directed Energy Weapon) system defeat more than 100 drones in a single exercise. -
Israel to Maintain Gaza Buffer Zone Indefinitely as Ceasefire Talks Stagnate, Hostage Families Push Back
Israel will keep its military presence in newly created security zones in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria indefinitely, Defense Minister Israel Katz said Wednesday, a declaration that appears to dash hopes for a ceasefire with Hamas and complicates negotiations for the release of remaining hostages. 
Israel will keep its military presence in newly created security zones in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria indefinitely, Defense Minister Israel Katz said Wednesday, a declaration that appears to dash hopes for a ceasefire with Hamas and complicates negotiations for the release of remaining hostages.
