Global decline in democracy? The lesson from India may be ‘Not so fast.’
When the Indian filmmaker Sanjay Bhansali announced the nationwide release early this year of his film “Padmaavat” – a historical drama based on the legend of a 14th century Rajput queen who along with 16,000 women of the Rajput caste chose to die by s…
For Putin, an election win will be easy. The next six years, a lot harder.
After nearly two turbulent decades in power, Vladimir Putin on Sunday will be overwhelmingly handed another six-year term by Russian voters, one that may prove his most challenging yet and which – under Russia’s current constitution – should be his las…
For Saudi crown prince, US visit falls on bad times, and good
If strategic relationships crave stability and dependability, the connection between the United States and its longtime Middle East ally Saudi Arabia has faced more than the usual challenges in the past year – perhaps especially in the last two weeks. …
News Brief: H.R. McMaster’s Future, Russia Sanctions, Russian Election
Reports say national security adviser H.R. McMaster may be on his way out. Also, Ian Talley of The Wall Street Journal discusses sanctions on Russia, which is holding an election Sunday.
Brazilian Activist Killed In Drive-By Shooting
A popular politician and expert on police violence was shot dead in a drive-by killing that investigators say looks like a targeted assassination.
Putin’s Victory Is Assured In Russia’s Election
The Kremlin controls every aspect of the Russian presidential election — it chooses the opposition candidates, controls the media and even decides just how big Vladimir Putin’s victory should be.
Putin’s Strategy Is To Glorify Russia’s Past, Journalist Says
To preview this Sunday’s presidential election in Russia, NPR’s David Greene talks with reporter Shaun Walker about his new book The Long Hangover: Putin’s New Russia and the Ghosts of the Past.
The U.K.’s Connection To Russian Money
British Prime Minister Theresa May has retaliated after the poisoning of a former Russian spy in the U.K. Critics say her response has been constrained by financial links between Russia and the U.K.
Syrian War Enters 8th Year, Trailing Smoke And Suffering In Its Wake
Civilians outside Damascus and in Afrin marked the dark anniversary as they have all the others: by trying to survive.
Dozens Of Gold Bars Reportedly Fell From An Airplane In Siberia
A “gold rush” started among residents after the treasure escaped the plane during takeoff, according to local media. There was apparently a hatch failure.
Signs Point To Trump Getting Tougher On China Over Trade
Its competitors often complain that unfair trade practices have helped China become the world’s top exporter. Now, the Trump administration seems increasingly likely to confront China on trade.
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