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Amid Uncertainty About U.S. Support, Ukraine Pins Its Hopes on Innovation

Ukraine has adapted strategies and weapons during its fight against Russia. It is now banking on expanding the use of domestically produced drones, even though American arms remain crucial.
Amid Uncertainty About U.S. Support, Ukraine Pins Its Hopes on Innovation
Ukraine has adapted strategies and weapons during its fight against Russia. It is now banking on expanding the use of domestically produced drones, even though American arms remain crucial.

Kurdish Distrust of Syria’s New Government Runs Deep

The Kurdish-led force that runs northeast Syria has agreed to integrate into a new national army, but some of its supporters remain wary.
Kurdish Distrust of Syria’s New Government Runs Deep
The Kurdish-led force that runs northeast Syria has agreed to integrate into a new national army, but some of its supporters remain wary.

As India and Pakistan Cancel Visas, Parents and Children Are Separated

The repercussions from a terrorist attack led to painful scenes at the countries’ border, as families with mixed citizenship were suddenly divided.
As India and Pakistan Cancel Visas, Parents and Children Are Separated
The repercussions from a terrorist attack led to painful scenes at the countries’ border, as families with mixed citizenship were suddenly divided.

Canada Votes: What’s at Stake?

Many Canadians believe Monday’s election is the most important of their lifetime. It will determine who will take on a stagnant economy and deal with President Trump.
Canada Votes: What’s at Stake?
Many Canadians believe Monday’s election is the most important of their lifetime. It will determine who will take on a stagnant economy and deal with President Trump.

Israel Faces World Court Hearings Over Gaza Aid

The United Nations criticized Israel for its ban on aid in hearings at the International Court of Justice. Israel did not send a legal delegation and rejected the proceedings as biased.
Israel Faces World Court Hearings Over Gaza Aid
The United Nations criticized Israel for its ban on aid in hearings at the International Court of Justice. Israel did not send a legal delegation and rejected the proceedings as biased.

Putin Orders 3-Day Truce in Ukraine Next Month, Kremlin Says

Ukraine’s foreign minister responded with skepticism to the unexpected announcement.
Putin Orders 3-Day Truce in Ukraine Next Month, Kremlin Says
Ukraine’s foreign minister responded with skepticism to the unexpected announcement.

Attack on Migrant Facility in Yemen Kills Dozens, Houthis and Aid Officials Say

The Houthi militia, which is backed by Iran, said the attack was an American strike. The U.S. Defense Department said it was assessing the claims and took them seriously.
Attack on Migrant Facility in Yemen Kills Dozens, Houthis and Aid Officials Say
The Houthi militia, which is backed by Iran, said the attack was an American strike. The U.S. Defense Department said it was assessing the claims and took them seriously.

Widespread Power Outage Hits Spain and Portugal

The blackout hit critical infrastructure like airports and caused transportation disruptions across the two countries. The cause of the outage was unclear.
Widespread Power Outage Hits Spain and Portugal
The blackout hit critical infrastructure like airports and caused transportation disruptions across the two countries. The cause of the outage was unclear.

Conclave to Choose New Pope Will Start May 7, Vatican Says

About 130 cardinals will be able to vote on a successor for Francis, and a two-thirds majority is needed to elect the new head of the Roman Catholic Church.
Conclave to Choose New Pope Will Start May 7, Vatican Says
About 130 cardinals will be able to vote on a successor for Francis, and a two-thirds majority is needed to elect the new head of the Roman Catholic Church.

Pakistan’s Detention of Indian Border Guard Adds to Tensions

While the case is fairly routine, it comes as India indicates it is preparing to strike Pakistan in response to last week’s deadly terrorist attack.
Pakistan’s Detention of Indian Border Guard Adds to Tensions
While the case is fairly routine, it comes as India indicates it is preparing to strike Pakistan in response to last week’s deadly terrorist attack.

One Key to a Successful Campaign for Pope? Act Like You’re Not Campaigning.

Crucial meetings will be held this week in which contenders begin jockeying in earnest for the job of leading the Roman Catholic Church.
One Key to a Successful Campaign for Pope? Act Like You’re Not Campaigning.
Crucial meetings will be held this week in which contenders begin jockeying in earnest for the job of leading the Roman Catholic Church.

Saudi Arabia and Qatar to Pay Off Syria’s Debt to the World Bank

The countries agreed to cover $15 million owed to the lender as the new government in Damascus looks to rebuild the economy after the civil war.
Saudi Arabia and Qatar to Pay Off Syria’s Debt to the World Bank
The countries agreed to cover $15 million owed to the lender as the new government in Damascus looks to rebuild the economy after the civil war.

‘Grandpa Robbers’ Go on Trial in Paris Over 2016 Kim Kardashian Heist

Kim Kardashian, the reality TV star and entrepreneur, was tied up and held at gunpoint. Jewelry worth millions was stolen in the incident.
‘Grandpa Robbers’ Go on Trial in Paris Over 2016 Kim Kardashian Heist
Kim Kardashian, the reality TV star and entrepreneur, was tied up and held at gunpoint. Jewelry worth millions was stolen in the incident.

Mark Carney’s Liberals Win Canada’s Election. Here Are 4 Takeaways.

The former central banker successfully convinced voters that he was the right candidate to confront President Trump’s trade war and threats to annex the country.
Mark Carney’s Liberals Win Canada’s Election. Here Are 4 Takeaways.
The former central banker successfully convinced voters that he was the right candidate to confront President Trump’s trade war and threats to annex the country.

Zelensky Calls Putin’s 72-Hour Truce Pledge ‘Manipulation’

Russian forces launched 100 attack drones across Ukraine overnight, hours after President Vladimir V. Putin ordered a unilateral three-day cease-fire starting on May 8.
Zelensky Calls Putin’s 72-Hour Truce Pledge ‘Manipulation’
Russian forces launched 100 attack drones across Ukraine overnight, hours after President Vladimir V. Putin ordered a unilateral three-day cease-fire starting on May 8.

Pierre Poilievre loses his parliamentary seat.

Pierre Poilievre loses his parliamentary seat.

3 Takeaways From The Times’s Interview With Finland’s President

Alexander Stubb warned against subjecting Ukraine to “Finlandization,” called for more pressure on Russia’s leader to get a peace deal and said President Trump was running out of patience.
3 Takeaways From The Times’s Interview With Finland’s President
Alexander Stubb warned against subjecting Ukraine to “Finlandization,” called for more pressure on Russia’s leader to get a peace deal and said President Trump was running out of patience.

A Russian Missile Blew Apart These Kyiv Apartments, and a Decades-Old Community

“It feels like I lost my whole extended family,” one survivor said.
A Russian Missile Blew Apart These Kyiv Apartments, and a Decades-Old Community
“It feels like I lost my whole extended family,” one survivor said.

Finnish Leader Warns the Kremlin: ‘You Don’t Play With President Trump’

President Alexander Stubb of Finland, who has become an interlocutor in peace talks, says in an interview he doesn’t want Ukraine to suffer the same fate his country once endured.
Finnish Leader Warns the Kremlin: ‘You Don’t Play With President Trump’
President Alexander Stubb of Finland, who has become an interlocutor in peace talks, says in an interview he doesn’t want Ukraine to suffer the same fate his country once endured.

The Americans Fled Vietnam 50 Years Ago. I Visited the Buildings They Left Behind.

These structures, now surrounded by a modern metropolis, tell the story of the nation that has evolved in the decades since the war’s end.
The Americans Fled Vietnam 50 Years Ago. I Visited the Buildings They Left Behind.
These structures, now surrounded by a modern metropolis, tell the story of the nation that has evolved in the decades since the war’s end.

How Photography From the Vietnam War Changed America

The images changed how the world saw Vietnam, but especially how Americans saw their country, soldiers and the war itself, which ended 50 years ago this month.
How Photography From the Vietnam War Changed America
The images changed how the world saw Vietnam, but especially how Americans saw their country, soldiers and the war itself, which ended 50 years ago this month.

Power Is Largely Restored in Spain After Widespread Outage

Electricity returned to nearly all of Spain almost 18 hours after a blackout there and in neighboring Portugal. The cause of the outage was unclear.
Power Is Largely Restored in Spain After Widespread Outage
Electricity returned to nearly all of Spain almost 18 hours after a blackout there and in neighboring Portugal. The cause of the outage was unclear.

India Accuses Pakistan of Supporting Terrorism. Here’s What We Know.

India renewed its claims after a deadly terror attack last week in Kashmir, a territory that it has long fought over with Pakistan.
India Accuses Pakistan of Supporting Terrorism. Here’s What We Know.
India renewed its claims after a deadly terror attack last week in Kashmir, a territory that it has long fought over with Pakistan.

Tuesday Briefing

Results from Canada’s election.
Tuesday Briefing
Results from Canada’s election.

A Contender for the Papacy in the Mold of Francis

Cardinal Luis Tagle of the Philippines is known as the “Asian Francis.” But he has been criticized for not being vocal enough about his country’s brutal drug war and clerical sex abuse.
A Contender for the Papacy in the Mold of Francis
Cardinal Luis Tagle of the Philippines is known as the “Asian Francis.” But he has been criticized for not being vocal enough about his country’s brutal drug war and clerical sex abuse.

Trump’s Tariffs Put China’s E-Commerce Superpowers to the Test

Companies like Alibaba that built China’s world-leading online shopping sector are now helping its sellers find markets beyond the United States.
Trump’s Tariffs Put China’s E-Commerce Superpowers to the Test
Companies like Alibaba that built China’s world-leading online shopping sector are now helping its sellers find markets beyond the United States.

Here’s the latest.

Despair Blankets Scene of Car-Ramming Attack at Festival

Filipinos in Vancouver returned to a neighborhood to mourn the 11 people killed in a weekend attack.
Despair Blankets Scene of Car-Ramming Attack at Festival
Filipinos in Vancouver returned to a neighborhood to mourn the 11 people killed in a weekend attack.

When will we know the results?

When will we know the results?

Climate change, once a big issue, fades from Canada’s election.

Climate change, once a big issue, fades from Canada’s election.

China experience was once a plus. In Canada’s election, it’s a liability.

China experience was once a plus. In Canada’s election, it’s a liability.

All Authors Working on Flagship U.S. Climate Report Are Dismissed

The Trump administration told researchers it was “releasing” them from their roles. It puts the future of the assessment, which is required by Congress, in doubt.
All Authors Working on Flagship U.S. Climate Report Are Dismissed
The Trump administration told researchers it was “releasing” them from their roles. It puts the future of the assessment, which is required by Congress, in doubt.

Immigration policy, once expected to be an election-defining issue, has fallen among voters’ concerns.

Immigration policy, once expected to be an election-defining issue, has fallen among voters’ concerns.

In Canada’s fight with Trump, Danielle Smith is playing the good cop.

In Canada’s fight with Trump, Danielle Smith is playing the good cop.

When Do Polls Close?

The poll closures are synchronized to happen at roughly the same time across Canada.
When Do Polls Close?
The poll closures are synchronized to happen at roughly the same time across Canada.

Tuesday Briefing: Canada’s Momentous Election

Plus, the poetry challenge.
Tuesday Briefing: Canada’s Momentous Election
Plus, the poetry challenge.