Pope Leo has embarked on an extensive tour of Latin America, just weeks after undergoing a surgical procedure to remove part of a lung. His itinerary includes visits to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru, marking a significant engagement for the pontiff following his recent health issue.
The UK government has relaxed sanctions on Russian oil refined in third countries, including diesel and jet fuel, effective Wednesday. This adjustment comes as supply concerns persist, exacerbated by the effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Sanctions on Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) transport were also eased, despite the UK's stated commitment to imposing "severe costs" on Russia.
A Romanian F-16 operating under NATO command intercepted and shot down a drone over Estonia, which authorities believe was a Ukrainian projectile diverted by Russian electronic warfare. The incident, the latest in a series of similar incursions into Baltic airspace, prompted an apology from Ukraine and renewed accusations against Russia.
