Modi will hold bilateral talks with Biden and address a joint session of Congress, followed by a lavish dinner reception at the White House. The US and India have long enjoyed warm relations, but this visit is particularly momentous.
Energy workers in France threaten power cuts over retirement age
More than 200 activists with noisemakers and banners took over the climate conference this week in Madrid outside the main hall to vent their frustration with the negotiations.
Legal recognition of West Bank settlements could ‘kill off’ hope of two-state solution, says former US ambassador
Former US ambassador to Israel, Dan Shapiro, spoke with Marco Werman about the US’ decision to recognize Israeli settlements in the West Bank as legal. He explains the ramifications this decision could have for peace in the region.
Colombia’s peace process under stress: 6 essential reads
The US and the Taliban appear close to a pact to withdraw US troops, even as the UN reported that July was the deadliest month in Afghanistan in two years.
Hong Kong pop star fights for ‘our autonomy’ as protests against Beijing continue
Hong Kong pop singer Denise Ho has been an outspoken activist for democracy in Hong Kong. She says there has been a breakdown in the “one country, two systems” policy that the mainland had promised to abide by.