The Taliban promises more attacks after peace talks with the United States break down
Transmission in the Congolese border city of Goma worries health officials
The State Department recognizes awardees at its recent religious freedom conference
Uncertainty remains over the insurgent group’s commitment to peace
Constitutional amendments solidify president’s autocratic rule
Plus, the reception for Saudi asylum-seeker contrasts with the plight of Asia Bibi
Critics say moral collapse preceded financial one
Israeli leader praises the ‘principled stand’ taken by UN General Assembly members to condemn Hamas