Friday, August 15, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

As Russian President Vladimir Putin prepares for his summit with President Donald Trump on Friday, his refusal to countenance a ceasefire in Ukraine before peace talks could pose a stumbling block to negotiations.
Also: today’s stories, including how the current political fight in Texas over redistricting is a sign that hard-nosed politics are now the norm; why some Pakistanis aren’t thrilled with a budding U.S.-Pakistan friendship; and how one artist is painting New Orleans’ many contrasts, from struggle to rebirth.
Join the Monitor's Linda Feldmann for today's news.