President Lai Ching-te says the spending, which must be approved by the island’s legislature, would fund purchases of arms from the United States.
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Khashoggi’s widow wants the U.S. to pressure Saudi Arabia to return his remains.
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Prince Harry’s Suit Against Rupert Murdoch’s U.K. Tabloids Set to Start
Barring a late settlement, Harry’s lawsuit against News Group Newspapers will begin Tuesday, with potential consequences for the royal family, the media baron and even The Washington Post.
Can Mainstream Media Save Itself?
A panel at the Athens Democracy Forum explores how and whether traditional news organizations can regain the influence and trust that once defined them.
Russia Opens New Cases Against Journalists Who Covered Ukrainian Incursion
Moscow said it was investigating three more reporters, including a CNN correspondent, who crossed into Russian territory to cover the fighting.
Russian Dissident Says He Was Traded Against His Will in Inmate Swap
Ilya Yashin, a prominent opposition politician, said he appreciated his freedom, but told his jailers he did not want it if it meant going into exile.
Will Lewis Is Said to Have Used Stolen Records as Editor in U.K.
Years before becoming The Post’s publisher, Will Lewis assigned an article based on stolen phone records, a former reporter said.
Washington Post Shake-Up Renews Attention on U.K. Phone Hacking
The newspaper’s new publisher argued against coverage of British phone hacking. Instead, he has invited renewed scrutiny.
U.S. Raises Concern Over Israel’s Possible Use of U.S.-Supplied White Phosphorus
The Biden administration said it would be asking questions about reports of Israel illegally using white phosphorus in Lebanon in October. Israel denied the claims.
Ukraine Starts Using U.S.-Made Cluster Munitions, Officials Say
The weapons are being used in the southeast, the officials say.