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... Chinese exports, aided by tariff dodging, defy Trumpâs trade pressure

China’s strong export growth in April, despite sky-high U.S. tariffs, will give Beijing a boost as its officials head to trade talks this weekend.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/05/09/trump-trade-pressure-china-exports/

... Trumpâs deportation plan has echoes of Britainâs costly Rwanda failure

The Trump administration’s efforts to deport unwanted immigrants to countries including Libya, Ukraine and Rwanda has similarities to a failed British plan.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/05/09/trump-deportation-libya-rwanda-britain/

... Leo XIV, elevated by Francis, becomes first American pope

The election of a first North American pontiff came after the death of the first Latin American pope and signaled a relinquishing of papal authority from Europe.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/05/08/pope-leo-robert-prevost-conclave-catholic/

... Cardinal Robert Prevost becomes first American-born pope

Pope Leo XIV has been known as the “Latin Yankee” in Rome for the decades he worked in Peru, ministering to the dispossessed and marginalized.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/05/08/pope-prevost-american-vatican/

... What does the papal name Leo mean? The history behind the new popeâs name.

There have been 13 previous popes named Leo, the last elected in 1878. Previous Leos have been reformers, a possible sign of what the new pontiff hopes to emulate.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/religion/2025/05/08/pope-name-conclave-meaning/

... What the U.S.-U.K. trade deal Trump announced means for Britain

The outlines of the agreement Trump announced Thursday did not amount to the prize the United Kingdom has been seeking.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/05/08/us-uk-trade-trump-starmer/

... Inside the election of the first American pope

On this episode, The Washington Post's Libby Casey, Rhonda Colvin and James Hohmann are joined by religion reporter Michelle Boorstein and Rome bureau chief Anthony Faiola to discuss the papal conclave and the election of the first American pope, Leo XIV.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/who-is-going-to-be-the-new-pope/

... Key Player in Russian Oil Trading Hit by U.K. Sanctions

The U.K. sanctioned Etibar Eyyub, a vital figure in Russia’s oil trade, stepping up economic pressure on Moscow to strengthen Ukraine’s hand in peace negotiations.
https://www.wsj.com/world/russia/key-player-in-russian-oil-trading-hit-by-u-k-sanctions-2c1ef447

... Hunger, Sickness and Crime Stalk Gaza Under Israelâs Blockade

Food is scarce and morale is fading after a brief glimpse of normalcy during an earlier cease-fire was shattered by a return to fighting.
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/hunger-sickness-and-crime-stalk-gaza-under-israels-blockade-9382124f

... Men Found Guilty of Felling Famous Tree in Moronic Missionâ That Gripped U.K.

The pair’s destruction of the beloved Sycamore Gap tree stoked nationwide anger and a criminal investigation.
https://www.wsj.com/world/uk/men-found-guilty-of-felling-famous-tree-in-moronic-mission-that-gripped-u-k-7153199e

... U.K. Statistics Agency Head Quits

The country’s top statistician stepped down, paving the way for new leadership of the under-fire agency at a time when it faces a government review into its performance.
https://www.wsj.com/world/europe/u-k-statistics-agency-head-quits-b92f772d

... Pope Leo Warns Against Spread of De Facto Atheismâ

In his first Mass as pontiff in the Sistine Chapel, the pope spoke of the challenges the Catholic Church faces.
https://www.wsj.com/world/europe/new-pope-warns-against-spread-of-de-facto-atheism-a7fc66ce

... In Europe, the Center-Right Is Losing Its Battle Against Populism

In Germany and the U.K., parties that have held sway for decades are being overtaken by the far right.
https://www.wsj.com/world/europe/europe-center-right-populism-6e9c996b

... U.K. Police Foil Alleged Terror Plot by Iranians on Israeli Embassy

A group of men recently arrested in Britain had been planning an attack, officials said, a development likely to ramp up tensions between Israel and Iran.
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/u-k-police-foil-terror-plot-by-iranians-on-israeli-embassy-9e89302e

... Putin Parades China, North Korea Ties in Victory Day Show of Force

Moscow used a World War II commemoration to signal to Washington that Russia can be a helpful ally—or a fearsome foe.
https://www.wsj.com/world/russia/russia-putin-victory-day-world-leader-gathering-7c4e1954

... How Putin Keeps Russiaâs Battle-Hardened Veterans on His Side

A growing crop of Russian soldiers have been tapped to fill a wave of government positions after serving in Ukraine, raising the prestige of military service and encouraging more people to enlist.
https://www.wsj.com/world/russia/russia-putin-war-veterans-17ab4fd9

... China Sends Xiâs Security Czar to Trade Talks With U.S.

The Chinese leader’s decision to send Wang Xiaohong to Geneva suggests fentanyl will play a key role in this weekend’s high-stake talks.
https://www.wsj.com/world/china/china-sends-xis-security-czar-to-trade-talks-with-u-s-a763826d

... Elliott Eyes Bet on Pipeline Carrying Russian Gas

The deal involves a package of infrastructure in Bulgaria, including Russia’s last operational natural-gas link to Europe.
https://www.wsj.com/world/russia/elliott-eyes-bet-on-pipeline-carrying-russian-gas-f7426204

... Trump Stages a Trade-War Retreat

Markets cheer as the U.S. strikes a deal with the United Kingdom.
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/u-s-u-k-trade-deal-donald-trump-tariffs-keir-starmer-428c87b6

... An American Pope, Leo XIV

The conclave elects Robert Francis Prevost, a native of Chicago.
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/pope-leo-xiv-american-robert-francis-prevost-conclave-vatican-aaf5684d