Here are some of the stories we are covering from around the world:

Diplomacy Over Ukraine War Is About Weapons More Than Peace Talks

For both Ukraine and Russia, battlefield gains now might provide an upper hand in any negotiations later. That’s reflected in their discussions over arms with allies.

Pope’s Grueling Asia Tour Points Toward a Less-Western Church

At 87, Pope Francis flew thousands of miles to Asian countries with small Catholic populations, braved oppressive temperatures and high levels of humidity and pollution, underlining Francis’s commitment to building a church with a less Eurocentric future.

North Korea Gives First Glimpse of Weapons-Grade Uranium Factory

North Korea for the first time unveils a centrifuge plant, highlighting its efforts to produce more fuel for nuclear weapons

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