Afghans Who Helped U.S. Forces Say They’re Being Pushed Back to the Taliban
Once promised a move to the United States, Afghan refugees who helped U.S. forces say they face ‘bad or worse’ options: resettlement to …
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Journalist Detained in Kuwait After Posting About Iran War Is Acquitted
Ahmed Shihab-Eldin, a Kuwaiti-American journalist, is expected to be released soon, after 52 days in detention, a lawyer for two of his fami…
What Questions Do You Have About the Trump-Xi Summit?
“Ask a Correspondent” will take your questions to David Pierson, who covers China’s foreign policy for The Times.
World’s Biggest Condom Maker Raises Prices as Iran War Rattles Supply Chains
The Malaysian company Karex, which produces about five billion condoms a year, said it was raising prices by 30 percent because of higher ra…
Russian Officials Say Town’s Air Is Toxic, Days After Strike on Oil Refinery
Since Ukraine attacked the refinery in Tuapse, starting a huge fire, residents have reported drops of dark, oily toxins falling from the sky…
In Lebanon, Talks With Israel Stir Mix of Anger, Unease and Faint Hope
The Lebanese are deeply divided over whether rare direct talks with Israel are a good thing.
U.S. Forces Stop 2nd Tanker They Say Is Carrying Oil From Iran
It was the second such action this week, as the Trump administration ramps up pressure on Tehran.
Germany, a Steadfast Ally of Israel, Now Voices Some Frustration
In recent weeks, German officials have issued critical comments about Israel that convey Berlin’s recent frustration with its longtime all…
After U.S. Aid Fell by 99%, E.U. Pledges $106 Billion Loan to Ukraine
Unlike previous European assistance packages, the latest one is heavily weighted toward military spending, reflecting a view that the war is…
Iran War Live Updates: Reported Ship Seizures Add to Anxiety in Oil Markets
Oil was hovering above $100 a barrel and there were no public signs of a breakthrough in peace efforts. The White House said President Trump…
A New Era and New Leadership: The Generals Who Are Running Iran
The killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei ushered in a new form of collective leadership in the country, with more power for the Revolutionary G…