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Trump Meeting Offers Ukrainians a Glimmer of Hope
The United States has been pushing Ukraine to accept a peace plan that seems in part a gift to Moscow. But a short meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky, and subsequent comments, appeared to be a change in tone.

Death Toll in Iranian Port Blast Rises to 25
More than 1,100 people were also injured in the explosion at the Shahid Rajaee port, the largest in Iran.

Palestinian Leader Abbas Appoints Deputy Amid Fears About Succession
For many ordinary Palestinians, the appointment of Hussein al-Sheikh was emblematic of how out-of-touch the leadership of the Western-backed Palestinian Authority has become.

Russia Claims to Have Retaken Final Village in Its Kursk Region
Ukraine denied that it had been pushed out of the region and said that its military operations inside Russia were continuing.

Mike Myers Is Ready to Defend Canada
The “Saturday Night Live” alum on getting political in Studio 8H, playing Elon Musk and why he decided to film a campaign ad for Canada’s Liberal Party.

As Tensions Rise With Pakistan, a Moment of Truth for India’s Military
The risk of exposing a military still being modernized may constrain Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he weighs retaliation for a terrorist attack.

What’s at Stake in the Iran-U.S. Nuclear Talks
Plans for a third round of talks in three weeks have raised hopes for an Iran nuclear accord, which could avert a new Mideast conflict. President Trump said he believed a deal was within reach.

Standing With History to Say Goodbye
As a reporter, I often observe from a press box or the sidelines. This time, I decided to join the masses.

Getaways to Nurture Your Artistic Side, Even if You’re Not an Artist
Yaddo may not be in the cards, but from a chateau near Paris to a California desert cabin, here are programs that foster writing, music and artistic talent and can be booked for days or weeks.

Israeli Prime Minister Offers Condolences Three Days After Pope’s Death
The delay in issuing a statement reflected apparent tensions between Israel and Francis, who criticized Israel’s conduct in the war in Gaza.