World
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New Plan to Target Russia’s Oil Revenue Brings Debate in White House
Treasury officials want to impose penalties on tankers that help Russian oil evade sanctions. White House aides worry that risks…
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In Rafah, We Saw Destruction and the Limits of Israel’s Gaza Strategy
Months after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that “victory is within reach,” the Israeli military escorted journalists into parts of…
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‘A Little Scary’: Ukraine Tries to Stay Neutral in U.S. Political Dogfight
With President Biden’s future unclear, Donald J. Trump’s support uncertain and a major NATO meeting looming, Ukrainian leaders are straining…
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Hopes for a Diplomatic Opening Rise Under Iran’s New President
Masoud Pezeshkian, a reformist, wants warmer relations with the West, with the goal of ending sanctions. But his powers are…
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Is This Vibrant Democracy in Japan, or Has the Circus Come to Town?
A ridiculous number of candidates are contending to be governor of Tokyo and its surrounding prefecture. Many are not even…
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4 Takeaways From Iran’s Presidential Runoff
The victory of the reformist candidate, Masoud Pezeshkian, is expected to bring change, but to what extent is still an…
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Hamas’s Cease-Fire Proposal Includes a Familiar Sticking Point
Hamas wants assurances that Israel won’t restart the war after some hostages come home. Israel says it needs the option.
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Two Teenagers Drown Off Brooklyn Beach
The girls, ages 17 and 18, went into the water near the Coney Island boardwalk as thunderstorms rolled in. It…
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How Kaitlin Becker, Meekah From ‘Blippi,’ Spends Her Sundays
She makes children laugh during the week, but on Sundays it’s her turn to enjoy herself: movies, fancy treats and…
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Britain’s New Leader Is About to Get a Crash Course in Statecraft
Prime Minister Keir Starmer will travel to a NATO summit this coming week, where he will represent a rare point…