Pope Leo XIV will travel to Peru in November, returning to the country where he lived and worked as a bishop for many years. Having spent most of his adult life there, he has held Peruvian nationality since 2015.
Actress Angelina Jolie shared in a Variety interview that her children helped her regain her fighting spirit after a difficult period. She credited them with encouraging her to socialize more and pursue new opportunities.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong relationship with the United States despite tensions over a recent U.S.-Iran deal. The agreement aims to end conflicts in the Middle East, including Lebanon, though international reports suggest Israel is dissatisfied with the terms.
NATO sources report that the Czech Republic, Slovenia, and Albania failed to meet their minimum defense spending commitments last year. This shortfall occurs despite the alliance's requirement for member states to work toward significantly higher defense budgets.
German politician Friedrich Merz stated at an EU summit in Brussels that there should be no new European debt included in the 2028-2034 multi-year budget. Merz made these comments as EU leaders gathered to discuss the controversial budget as a key agenda item.