On an island whose religious diversity is part of its democratic identity, many of the faithful participating in a pilgrimage for Mazu, Goddess of the Sea, were in their 20s and teens.

The Chinese leader has carefully chosen three countries — France, Serbia and Hungary — that to varying degrees embrace Beijing’s push for a new global order.

Anti-immigration parties with fascist roots — and an uncertain commitment to democracy — are now mainstream.

For decades, Belgium failed to return the remains of hundreds of people taken by force from former colonies. A draft law could change that, but critics say it is not going far enough.

Cindy McCain, the director of the World Food Program, said starvation is entrenched in northern Gaza and is “moving its way south.”

Cease-fire talks stall.

Mr. Mulino, a former security minister, gained support in the chaotic campaign from an ex-president whose bid had been disqualified.

Family members confirmed the identities of two Australian brothers and their American friend, who were found shot to death after going missing last month.

Under a law passed last month, the government can temporarily shutter foreign media outlets that have been found to undermine national security.

The Chinese president this week will be visiting France, Serbia and Hungary. His trip comes at a time of tensions with many European countries over trade and accusations of Chinese espionage.