South Korea invites North for military talks over border

France tightens security in anticipation of weekend protests

Gatherings banned and curfews extended as cities lock down in an effort to avert further unrest.

New electronics reach Iran, but prices soar as gov’t fees, US sanctions hit

Latest smartphones are finding their way into Iran despite sanctions and trade restrictions, but many can't afford them.

Serbia’s snap election: What’s at stake and can students unseat Vucic?

A snap parliamentary vote on October 25 will determine whether a student-led group can loosen Vucic’s grip on power.