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Displaced by war, Ukrainians accept trauma care 鈥� warilyPsychologists seek to persuade stoic Ukrainians fleeing the front lines not to repress 鈥� but to confront 鈥� their painful memories.
In Ukraine鈥檚 liberated areas, weight of Russian occupation lingersFor Ukrainians in liberated territory, the memory of Russian occupation is fresh as they seek to reclaim their dignity. Accounts of abuse are still emerging.
First LookGriner appeal rejected in Moscow court, 9-year sentence upheldA Russian court has rejected WNBA star Brittney Griner鈥檚 appeal of a nine-year sentence for drug possession. The Biden administration has explored bringing Ms. Griner home by way of prisoner swap but says Russia has not responded productively.
Facing blackouts, Ukrainians seek candles and camping stovesRussian airstrikes on Ukrainian energy facilities are forcing blackouts on more than a million households. Citizens are girding for a cold, dark winter.
First LookRishi Sunak will become Britain鈥檚 new prime ministerFormer Treasury chief Rishi Sunak聽will become Britain鈥檚 third prime minister this year, after his only rival conceded. Mr. Sunak is the country鈥檚 first leader of color, and faces many challenges amidst a turbulent U.K.
First LookWho is Rishi Sunak? Inside the race for Britain's next prime ministerRishi Sunak, Boris聽Johnson and former defense minister Penny Mordaunt had joined the fray聽to become the country's fifth prime minister in six years.
Not just a matter of Truss: Britons want responsibility from next PMLiz Truss was forced to resign because her priorities were out of sync with what Britons wanted from their government. Now the public seems most concerned that the next leader restore a measure of maturity to No. 10.
Belarus may be set for war with Ukraine. But at what cost to itself?Belarus looks like it may be planning to enter the war in Ukraine. But that could endanger its own independence, if it hastens its integration with Russia.
Next prime minister鈥檚 challenge: Regaining Britons鈥� trustThe deeper challenge facing Britain has less to do with the fortunes of individual politicians than the health of Britain鈥檚 democracy, and the sense of connection between the politicians and those they鈥檙e elected to serve.
First LookDivision and turmoil: UK PM Liz Truss resigns after six weeksBritish Prime Minister Liz Truss has called it quits after instability roiled the financial markets and rebellion rippled through the ranks of the Conservative Party. The Labour Party now has a large and growing lead, according to opinion polls.聽
鈥楨lectricity is civilization鈥�: Winter looms over Ukraine battlefrontAmong those things governments strive to provide are security, opportunity, and minimal comfort. As winter nears, and Russia targets Ukraine鈥檚 infrastructure, add to that list heat and light.
Nazi criminals, convicted decades later. Is justice served?Germany has seen an uptick in prosecutions of Nazis for Holocaust-related crimes. But what sort of justice is to be found in convicting centenarians some seven decades after the fact?
First LookBritish prices on the rise as inflation soars toward 40 year highInflation in the U.K. hit a 40-year high as food prices rose by 14.6% so far this year, the fastest increase seen since 1980. An ill-fated package of tax cuts that roiled financial markets has been ditched, but a difficult winter is ahead, says Treasury chief.
First LookIn test of EU cooperation, leaders meet to stem energy cost crunchIn upcoming 鈥渨eek of truth,鈥� European leaders will seek to control rising energy prices and stay united against Russia鈥檚 war in Ukraine. Leaders will need to compromise to bolster struggling economies, experts say, no matter how difficult it may be.
When leaders don鈥檛 listen: Lessons from Liz Truss鈥� rise and fallLiz Truss鈥� plan to cut British taxes was radical; the lack of indication of how to pay for it was daring. Her failure to hear criticism was fatal.聽
First LookUkrainians respond with resilience to Russian barrage, vow victoryUkrainian focus on homeland defense is unwavering despite the recent rise in Russian attacks. The more the Kremlin threatens to make the upcoming winter intolerable, the more Ukrainians seem to unite in their intent to drive out the Russians.
First LookWhy Meloni's win in Italy not sitting well with former PM BerlusconiLong-simmering tensions among allies Giorgia Meloni and Silvio Berlusconi have turned nasty in public in recent days. Ms. Meloni says she's determined to form a government with her allies and won't be deterred by posturing.
First LookTruss in turmoil: UK PM reverses economic plan, boots Treasury chiefPrime Minister Liz Truss has appointed a new Treasury chief and scrapped a key part of her Cabinet鈥檚 bold economic plan. Her previously proposed corporation tax cut sparked weeks of political and financial turmoil.
First LookNATO, wary eye on Russia, continues with planned nuclear exerciseAmid tensions over Russia鈥檚 war on Ukraine, NATO鈥檚 Nuclear Planning Group met ahead of聽a planned nuclear exercise next week. The military alliance is keeping a close eye on Russia鈥檚聽movements, but has so far seen no change in its nuclear posture.
First Look'I'm with women': Iranians abroad join protests against governmentAs anti-government protests in Iran enter a fourth week, Iranians living abroad are uniting in support of what many hope will be a turning point for their home country. Many agree these protests directly challenge the fundamentals of the Islamic Republic.
