Violence between rival Shiite factions has raised concerns that Iraq’s weak government is facing prolonged political upheaval.

The victory of pro-independence parties in Scotland’s elections means that another referendum is on the agenda. What’s at stake, and what comes next?

Climate change is fueling geopolitical competition in the Arctic. An independent Greenland could play an important role in years to come.

Latin America has historically had some of the world’s most restrictive abortion policies, but Colombia’s easing of rules signals a growing wave of change.

As host of the UN climate talks, Egypt is trying to attract financial support for the continent’s climate actions. But its record of repression and reliance on fossil fuels threaten to undercut that …