It began as a U.N.-backed referendum on the future of East Timor: On August 30, nearly 80% of Timorese voters cast ballots in favor of independence from Indonesia. But the voice of the voters was soon ...

"Life in Moscow is not the same anymore." That's the conclusion reached by broadcaster ORT of Russia following a recent spate of bombings in the Russian capital that has turned apartment buildings ...

Freedom of religion is granted by South Africa's constitution. Section 15 (1) says "Everyone has the right to freedom of conscience, religion, thought, belief and opinion." But members of certain ...

EDITOR’S NOTE: This story is part of As Equals, CNN’s ongoing series on gender inequality. For information about how the series is funded and more, check out our FAQs. Since 17-year-old Rehana was a ...

(CNN) — A North Korean submunition has been found in a drone that was used to attack Ukraine last month, according to a new report, providing further insight into the extent that Pyongyang is helping ...

A new report from the United Nations accuses Russia of committing crimes against humanity by attacking civilians and civilian ...

Lavrov emphasised Russia's commitment to the peace agreement established during their Alaska summit., World News, Times Now ...