Lebanese Officials Say Israeli Strike Kills at Least 10
It would be one of the deadliest attacks in the country since Israel began fighting its war in Gaza. Negotiators have been pushing to reach a cease-fire in that war,…
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Why Many South Koreans Want the Country to Have Nuclear Weapons
Washington says it would defend the South against North Korea with nuclear arms, if need be. But more and more people in the South think it should rely on itself.
U.S., Egypt and Qatar Say Gaza Cease-Fire Talks Will Resume Next Week
Top officials from the U.S., Israel, Egypt and Qatar ended two days of talks in Doha aimed at trying to resolve remaining disagreements between Israel and Hamas.
Mpox Case in Sweden Sets Off Concerns of Wider Spread in Europe
Experts expect more cases to surface in European countries because of frequent travel to and from Africa, with the threat of contracting the disease raised from “very low” to “low.”
Iran Expected to Delay Retaliation Against Israel, Officials Say
The delay is meant to allow mediators time to make a high-stakes push for a cease-fire to end the war in Gaza, according to U.S., Iranian and Israeli officials, who…
Ukraine’s Push Into Russia Met Early Success. Where Does It Go From Here?
Ukraine’s forces could try advancing farther on Russian soil, or return to the front line, where Moscow is making gains. There are arguments for various options.
Cease-Fire Talks Enter 2nd Day With Wide Gaps Between Israel and Hamas
Hamas officials are not participating directly in the talks but have signaled a willingness to consider new proposals from Israel.
Russia Closes In on Key Eastern Ukrainian City Despite Kursk Incursion
A Russian advance toward Pokrovsk casts doubts on Ukraine’s hopes that its offensive in western Russia will prompt Moscow to scale back attacks elsewhere.
Protesters in Kenya are Waving the Flag, Against the Law
Kenya has strict rules about displaying the flag. But some people have been wearing and waving them, and draping them on coffins, as a symbol of resistance.
Hezbollah Weighs Risks of Backlash at Home in War With Israel
The militant group has vowed to retaliate against Israel for the assassination of a commander. But if that leads to an all-out war, Lebanon may turn against it.