Manafort verdict rattles Ukraine, medical marijuana in Lebanon, Ireland hosts the Pope

Manafort verdict rattles Ukraine, medical marijuana in Lebanon, Ireland hosts the Pope

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Robert Mueller’s investigation and Paul Manafort’s trial have brought to light evidence implicating several Ukrainian oligarchs in financial crimes. But authorities in Ukraine are nervous about Manafort’s convictions, fearing blowback from the Trump White House. Also, Lebanon considers medical marijuana. And, a look ahead to the Pope’s visit to Ireland.