World & Security

Wedged Between Spain and France, Andorra Leans South for World Cup Semifinals

The 748-year-old microstate has no team in the tournament but its residents are backing Spain over France, a shift driven by changing demographics.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, July 14, 2026 · 4 min read
World & Security

Bipartisan Russia Sanctions Bill May Advance as Congress Looks to Honor Graham

The legislation, which Graham announced a White House deal on just hours before his death Saturday, could serve as a legislative tribute to the late senator.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, July 14, 2026 · 4 min read
World & Security

UAE Condemns Iran's 'Brazen' Attack on Tankers as US Launches Fresh Strikes

The UAE Foreign Ministry issued a strong condemnation of the strikes, which targeted commercial vessels in the Gulf of Oman, prompting immediate military response from Washington.

By Diane Park · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 4 min read
World & Security

Rubio Vows Diplomatic Campaign to 'Dismantle' ICC in Escalating Row

Secretary of State announces Trump administration effort against international tribunal via WSJ op-ed, social media video.

By Diane Park · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 3 min read
World & Security

AP-NORC Poll Finds Younger Jewish Americans Prioritize Culture Over Israel Support

The survey shows 42% of Jews under 45 consider support for Israel important, compared with higher rates among older generations.

By Diane Park · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 3 min read
World & Security

New Mexico AG Calls for Reform After Report Finds Racial Disparities in School Discipline

The 47-page DOJ report found Indigenous students lose eight to 10 times more classroom days to suspensions than white students at Gallup-McKinley County Schools.

By Diane Park · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 4 min read
World & Security

US Launches Additional Strikes on Iranian Targets Amid Continued Hormuz Tensions

Centcom says forces hit dozens of targets with precision munitions in effort to degrade Iran's ability to attack international shipping.

By Diane Park · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 4 min read
World & Security

US Ambassador to NATO Says Iran 'Controlled by a Bunch of Crazy People' Amid Escalating Tensions

Matthew Whitaker's remarks come as the U.S. continues military operations against Iranian targets and seeks diplomatic resolution.

By Diane Park · Sunday, July 12, 2026 · 3 min read
World & Security

Lindsey Graham Remembered for a Vision of American Foreign Policy That's Fading in Washington

The South Carolina senator, who died at 71 after an aortic rupture, was celebrated globally as a defender of Ukraine and NATO while facing criticism from those who saw his alignment with Trump as moral flexibility.

By Diane Park · Sunday, July 12, 2026 · 4 min read
World & Security

Russia Turns to Japan for Technology and Intelligence Operations Supporting Ukraine War, Report Says

Some Russian operatives relocated to Japan after being expelled from Western nations following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, according to officials cited by The New York Times.

By Diane Park · Sunday, July 12, 2026 · 3 min read