War Crimes Trial Begins for Congolese Rebel Leader
A former Congolese rebel leader has pleaded not guilty to charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity at the International Criminal Court in the Hague.
Europe Struggles With Migrant Wave
Europe is trying to deal with what is being called its biggest wave of migrants since World War Two.
Thai Officials Arrest Bombing Suspect
Thailand’s Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha says a suspect matching the description of the bomber of a shrine in Bangkok has been arrested.
Protesters Call for the Ouster of Lebanon’s Environment Minister
Reuters news agency reports that Lebanese protesters occupied the environment ministry in the capital Beirut on Tuesday.
European Ministers Urge Action on Migrants
The Interior Ministers of Britain, France and Germany have called for urgent action to deal with thousands of migrants arriving in Europe.
Malala Yousafzai Speaks in Support of Women’s Rights
And the youngest winner of a Nobel Prize visited VOA in Washington on Sunday.
Thai Officials Announce More Arrest Orders for Bombing Suspects
Thai officials are seeking two additional people in connection with their investigation of a deadly bombing in Bangkok.
As Many as 50 Migrants Found Dead in a Truck in Austria
As many as 50 refugees were found dead inside a truck in Austria Thursday.
China’s Stock Market Recovering
The Chinese stock market rose sharply Thursday, ending several days of deep losses.
France Launches Terror Investigation
France announced Tuesday it has launched a terrorism investigation into last week’s armed attack on a train traveling between Amsterdam and Paris.