Here's what to know about the US push for stability in post-Assad Syria

Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Robert Prevost arrives on the main central loggia balcony of the St Peter's Basilica for the first time, after the cardinals ended the conclave, in The Vatican, on May 8, 2025. Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, 69, of Chicago, was announced as the first American pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. In his inaugural address, he emphasized peace and charity to unify humanity, reflecting the vision of his predecessor, Pope...

A ceasefire deal between Yemen’s Houthis and the US, mediated by Oman, halts US bombing while the Houthis agree to stop attacking US ships, though it does not include Israel, according to chief negotiator Mohammed Abdulsalam. President Trump confirmed the cessation of strikes, stating he trusts the Houthis' commitment, but tensions remain as Houthi attacks on Israel-linked vessels are still possible. The US has conducted over 1,000 strikes in Yemen since March, with a recent...

SummaryDonald Trump announced a limited trade deal with the UK, which includes cuts to tariffs on car and steel exports but maintains a 10% levy on most goods. The agreement, described as “full and comprehensive,” reflects a strengthening relationship between the two countries despite leaving the UK with a tougher trading environment than before the tariffs were introduced. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer hailed the deal as historic, emphasizing its potential to protect and create...

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer celebrated a historic trade agreement with the US, aimed at mitigating the impacts of Donald Trump's trade war. The deal, negotiated during intense discussions and a last-minute call from Trump, offers increased access for American beef and concessions for UK carmakers, though it falls short of the ambitious free trade agreement many Brexit supporters envisioned. While Starmer's leadership faces domestic challenges, securing this deal positions him as a key...

SummaryA jury in Grand Rapids, Michigan, failed to reach a unanimous verdict in the second-degree murder trial of police officer Christopher Schurr, who shot Patrick Lyoya, a Black man, during a traffic stop in 2022, leading to a mistrial. Schurr argued he acted out of fear after losing control of his Taser during a struggle, while the prosecution contended that the Taser had already been deployed, undermining his defense. The case has sparked protests and...

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