Waiting for a Wider War, Lebanese Civilians Feel Helpless
Hezbollah’s conflict with Israel has already damaged south Lebanon. Now it could escalate, regardless of what anyone else in Lebanon thinks.
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Long Battle for a Ruined City Takes a Desperate Turn
Ukrainian troops are engaged in a harsh struggle for Toretsk, a strategic city in eastern Ukraine that has been under relentless assault by Russian forces.
Sheikh Hasina Thought Her Grip on Bangladesh Was Unbreakable
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who once brought democratic hope to Bangladesh, turned increasingly autocratic and met her downfall in a crackdown on protesters.
Live Updates: Bangladesh’s Leader Resigns and Flees Country After Protests
The country’s army chief said an interim government would be formed, as demonstrators successfully challenged Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s harsh rule.
Riots Break Out Across UK: What to Know
The country begins a new week on edge after anti-immigrant riots, fanned by disinformation from the far right, broke out in cities across Britain.
Netanyahu’s Spat With Biden Echoes Dispute With Israel’s Security Chiefs
Senior Israeli security officials have grown frustrated with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over his perceived resistance to a swift cease-fire deal with Hamas.
Myanmar Rebels Gain Regional Military Base in Lashio, a Major Win
The seizure of the military’s northeastern command post gives the resistance control of a city and airport on a crucial trade corridor to China.
How Will the Bangladesh Army Respond to Student Protests?
The military has a history of coups and counter coups. But in this showdown, it has seemed uncomfortable with the police crackdown on protesters.
Japan Needs Foreign Workers. It’s Just Not Sure It Wants Them to Stay.
Foreign employees have become much more visible in Japan. But policies designed only for short-term stays may hurt the country in the global competition for labor.
How Two Russian ‘Illegals’ Went Deep Undercover With Their Children
A couple planted as sleeper spies in Slovenia posed as an Argentine art dealer and an entrepreneur. They were caught in December 2022 and sent to Moscow in a sweeping…