The US has slapped sanctions on Pakistan, its longstanding ally in the supposed war on terror, over long-range ballistic ...

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis in his traditional Christmas message on Wednesday urged “all people of all nations” to find ...

"At a time when Israel is fighting on seven fronts, we deeply appreciate the steadfast support of our Christian friends around the world," Netanyahu said. Information ...

When the regime began to collapse, the rebels returned to march on Damascus. This could provide Jordan with key influence in Dara’a and other areas in southern Jordan. Information ...

With politicians facing wars, or their own political battles at home, The Independent looks around the world at what leaders ...