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With No Clear Off-Ramp, Israel’s War With Iran May Last Weeks, Not Days

Israel and Iran both have little incentive to stop and no obvious route to outright victory. Much depends on President Trump.
With No Clear Off-Ramp, Israel’s War With Iran May Last Weeks, Not Days
Israel and Iran both have little incentive to stop and no obvious route to outright victory. Much depends on President Trump.

France’s Acute Palestinian Dilemma

The French-Israeli relationship has always been turbulent, but the prospect that President Emmanuel Macron may recognize a Palestinian state has brought tension to a new level.
France’s Acute Palestinian Dilemma
The French-Israeli relationship has always been turbulent, but the prospect that President Emmanuel Macron may recognize a Palestinian state has brought tension to a new level.

Can This Not-Particularly-Cute Elf Make China Cool?

China has long struggled to improve its image, especially in the West. It may be scoring some victories now.
Can This Not-Particularly-Cute Elf Make China Cool?
China has long struggled to improve its image, especially in the West. It may be scoring some victories now.

What to Know About Trump’s Meeting With Global Leaders in Canada

The Group of 7 nations and allies from around the world are heading to a summit in Alberta in Western Canada on Sunday.
What to Know About Trump’s Meeting With Global Leaders in Canada
The Group of 7 nations and allies from around the world are heading to a summit in Alberta in Western Canada on Sunday.

Protests in Europe Target Mass Tourism With Squirt Guns and Roller Bags

In Italy, Portugal and Spain, activists used water pistols and a “noisy stroll” of suitcases to draw attention to rising housing costs and the environmental toll of tourism.
Protests in Europe Target Mass Tourism With Squirt Guns and Roller Bags
In Italy, Portugal and Spain, activists used water pistols and a “noisy stroll” of suitcases to draw attention to rising housing costs and the environmental toll of tourism.

In Mexico, Thousands Ran for Office, Few Voted and One Party Dominated It All

Low turnout and fears over democratic backsliding marked Mexico’s shift to electing judges, which opens the way for the Morena party to dominate courts.
In Mexico, Thousands Ran for Office, Few Voted and One Party Dominated It All
Low turnout and fears over democratic backsliding marked Mexico’s shift to electing judges, which opens the way for the Morena party to dominate courts.

The Mennonite Colony That Made a Deal With a Diamond Company

Eight families of Mennonites have moved from Mexico to Angola, in southern Africa, raising fears among some Angolans that they will be squeezed out by the new arrivals.
The Mennonite Colony That Made a Deal With a Diamond Company
Eight families of Mennonites have moved from Mexico to Angola, in southern Africa, raising fears among some Angolans that they will be squeezed out by the new arrivals.

Heat of Air India Crash Hinders DNA Identification, Agonizing Relatives

Three days after the crash, only 35 bodies had been handed over to relatives from an overall official death toll of 270.
Heat of Air India Crash Hinders DNA Identification, Agonizing Relatives
Three days after the crash, only 35 bodies had been handed over to relatives from an overall official death toll of 270.

Diplomacy With Iran Is Damaged, Not Dead

The push to do a deal on the country’s nuclear program could be revived, even after the Israeli strikes scuppered the latest round of talks.
Diplomacy With Iran Is Damaged, Not Dead
The push to do a deal on the country’s nuclear program could be revived, even after the Israeli strikes scuppered the latest round of talks.

A Takeoff, a Mayday Call, and Two Pilots Who Never Made it Home

One pilot on the ill-fated Air India flight was planning to retire. His co-pilot’s career was just getting started. Their final flight lasted seconds.
A Takeoff, a Mayday Call, and Two Pilots Who Never Made it Home
One pilot on the ill-fated Air India flight was planning to retire. His co-pilot’s career was just getting started. Their final flight lasted seconds.

‘Life Feels Like It Is on Hold’: Some Iranians Brace for a Long Fight

Some Iranian citizens’ early hopes that the conflict would be short-lived were giving way to fear that the violence will not end soon.
‘Life Feels Like It Is on Hold’: Some Iranians Brace for a Long Fight
Some Iranian citizens’ early hopes that the conflict would be short-lived were giving way to fear that the violence will not end soon.

After Decades of Atrophy, Canada Vows to Beef Up Its Military. Can It Deliver?

To help shift the country away from its dependence on the United States, Canada’s prime minister plans to spend billions to revitalize its military and meet a NATO spending goal.
After Decades of Atrophy, Canada Vows to Beef Up Its Military. Can It Deliver?
To help shift the country away from its dependence on the United States, Canada’s prime minister plans to spend billions to revitalize its military and meet a NATO spending goal.

Britain Agrees to Open New Inquiry Into Child Sex Abuse

The prime minister has reversed his position on the need for a national investigation into the abuse scandal, after criticism by Elon Musk.
Britain Agrees to Open New Inquiry Into Child Sex Abuse
The prime minister has reversed his position on the need for a national investigation into the abuse scandal, after criticism by Elon Musk.

U.S. Investigators Arrive at Scene of India’s Plane Disaster

Officials said they had found the cockpit voice recorder that may provide crucial clues about what caused the Air India flight to crash, killing at least 270 people.
U.S. Investigators Arrive at Scene of India’s Plane Disaster
Officials said they had found the cockpit voice recorder that may provide crucial clues about what caused the Air India flight to crash, killing at least 270 people.

Tens of Thousands of Stranded Israelis Face Weeks Away from Home

The surprise attack on Iran has meant airspace is closed to civilian air traffic, leaving citizens stuck overseas indefinitely.
Tens of Thousands of Stranded Israelis Face Weeks Away from Home
The surprise attack on Iran has meant airspace is closed to civilian air traffic, leaving citizens stuck overseas indefinitely.

As U.S. Aid Dries Up, West Africa Fights Expanding Jihadist Threat

Insurgents are expanding from West Africa’s Sahel region toward Atlantic coastal nations such as Ivory Coast, creating new terrorism hot spots and displacing millions.
As U.S. Aid Dries Up, West Africa Fights Expanding Jihadist Threat
Insurgents are expanding from West Africa’s Sahel region toward Atlantic coastal nations such as Ivory Coast, creating new terrorism hot spots and displacing millions.

Here’s the latest.

Iranian Strikes Kill at Least 8 in Israel as Conflict Enters Fourth Day

Dozens of others were injured overnight across Israel, the authorities said. Israel was striking military sites in Iran and the four-day-old conflict showed no sign of slowing.
Iranian Strikes Kill at Least 8 in Israel as Conflict Enters Fourth Day
Dozens of others were injured overnight across Israel, the authorities said. Israel was striking military sites in Iran and the four-day-old conflict showed no sign of slowing.

Monday Briefing: Iran-Israel Conflict Continues

Plus, the Dalai Lama’s succession.
Monday Briefing: Iran-Israel Conflict Continues
Plus, the Dalai Lama’s succession.

Iranians turn to one another amid a dearth of official guidance.

Iranians turn to one another amid a dearth of official guidance.

Israel appears to have destroyed a refueling plane in Iran’s far east, satellite imagery and video shows.

Israel appears to have destroyed a refueling plane in Iran’s far east, satellite imagery and video shows.

As Trump Returns to G7, Rift With Allies Is Even Deeper

In 2018, the president called for the group to embrace Russia and stormed out of the summit. Now he is seeking to shrink America’s military role abroad and embarking on a more expansive trade war.
As Trump Returns to G7, Rift With Allies Is Even Deeper
In 2018, the president called for the group to embrace Russia and stormed out of the summit. Now he is seeking to shrink America’s military role abroad and embarking on a more expansive trade war.

Monday Briefing: Israel and Iran Traded Missile Strikes

Plus, the Dalai Lama’s succession.
Monday Briefing: Israel and Iran Traded Missile Strikes
Plus, the Dalai Lama’s succession.

Israel and Iran Trade Attacks as Toll From Conflict Mounts

The path to diplomacy appeared to narrow after officials called off talks that had been set for Sunday between Tehran and Washington on Iran’s nuclear program.
Israel and Iran Trade Attacks as Toll From Conflict Mounts
The path to diplomacy appeared to narrow after officials called off talks that had been set for Sunday between Tehran and Washington on Iran’s nuclear program.

‘Golden Share’ in U.S. Steel Gives Trump Extraordinary Control

Administration officials secured a deal that will give the president unusual influence over a private company, and could serve as a model for other deals.
‘Golden Share’ in U.S. Steel Gives Trump Extraordinary Control
Administration officials secured a deal that will give the president unusual influence over a private company, and could serve as a model for other deals.

Israel Diminished Iran’s Air Defenses in Rounds of Strikes

Since last year, Israel forces have repeatedly hit Iran’s defenses. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that Israel had worked to “peel off the layers of protection” of Iranian defenses.
Israel Diminished Iran’s Air Defenses in Rounds of Strikes
Since last year, Israel forces have repeatedly hit Iran’s defenses. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that Israel had worked to “peel off the layers of protection” of Iranian defenses.

Map: 5.6-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Lima, Peru

View the location of the quake’s epicenter and shake area.
Map: 5.6-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Lima, Peru
View the location of the quake’s epicenter and shake area.

As Bombs Land in Israel and Iran, New Yorkers Fear for Their Loved Ones

The conflict, the most intense fighting between the two countries in decades, has been met in the United States with feelings of “frustration and helplessness,” as well as heartbreak.
As Bombs Land in Israel and Iran, New Yorkers Fear for Their Loved Ones
The conflict, the most intense fighting between the two countries in decades, has been met in the United States with feelings of “frustration and helplessness,” as well as heartbreak.

Israel Wakes Up to More Casualties After Second Night of Fighting

Many of those confirmed dead were women and children, according to the authorities, although they have yet to publicly name all of the victims.
Israel Wakes Up to More Casualties After Second Night of Fighting
Many of those confirmed dead were women and children, according to the authorities, although they have yet to publicly name all of the victims.

What to Know About the New Head of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps

Brig. Gen. Ahmad Vahidi was appointed to lead the group after his predecessor, Gen. Hossein Salami, was killed in an Israeli airstrike.
What to Know About the New Head of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps
Brig. Gen. Ahmad Vahidi was appointed to lead the group after his predecessor, Gen. Hossein Salami, was killed in an Israeli airstrike.

Israel bombs Yemen, targeting a top Houthi military leader.

Sharing the Secrets of Travel

Plus, the latest on the manhunt for the Minnesota gunman.
Sharing the Secrets of Travel
Plus, the latest on the manhunt for the Minnesota gunman.

Israel’s Attack in Iran Echoes Its Strategy Against Hezbollah

Israel decimated the group’s leadership last fall and degraded its military capabilities. Can the same strategy work against a far more powerful foe?
Israel’s Attack in Iran Echoes Its Strategy Against Hezbollah
Israel decimated the group’s leadership last fall and degraded its military capabilities. Can the same strategy work against a far more powerful foe?

Here’s what happened.

Even as Israel Blitzes Tehran, It Fears Iran’s Destructive Missiles

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel presented Iran’s sophisticated ballistic missiles as a critical threat to Israel’s survival.
Even as Israel Blitzes Tehran, It Fears Iran’s Destructive Missiles
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel presented Iran’s sophisticated ballistic missiles as a critical threat to Israel’s survival.

Two Major Energy Facilities in Tehran Hit in Israeli Strikes

Across Iran’s capital, flames and smoke covered the sky.
Two Major Energy Facilities in Tehran Hit in Israeli Strikes
Across Iran’s capital, flames and smoke covered the sky.