The blackout hit critical infrastructure like airports and caused transportation disruptions in the three countries. The cause of the outage was unclear.
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Kremlin Says Putin Ordered a 3-Day Cease-Fire in Ukraine for Next Month
There was no immediate comment from Ukraine about the unexpected announcement.
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Conclave to Choose New Pope Will Start May 7, Vatican Says
Over 130 cardinals will be able to vote on a successor for Francis, and a two-thirds majority is needed to elect the new head of the Roman Catholic Church.
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Ukraine Pinning War Hopes on Expanded Drone Program
With uncertainty looming over cease-fire talks and U.S. support, the Ukrainian military is relying more than ever on domestically produced drones.
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Monday Briefing
Canadians head to the polls.
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One Key to a Successful Campaign for Pope? Act Like You’re Not Campaigning.
Crucial meetings will be held this week in which contenders begin jockeying in earnest for the job of leading the Roman Catholic Church.
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The Dollar’s Weakness Creates an Opportunity for the Euro. Can It Last?
European officials see the concern over the “safe haven” reputation of U.S. financial assets as a chance to attract investors.
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Titanic Survivor’s Letter, Written Aboard the Ship, Sells for Nearly $400,000
Col. Archibald Gracie wrote the letter while traveling on the Titanic days before the ship sank and plunged him into the icy North Atlantic.
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Israeli Military Strikes Near Beirut, Saying Hezbollah Was the Target
The attack raised concerns that the cease-fire that ended a war between Israel and Lebanese militants might be in jeopardy.
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