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Grim Evidence of Trump’s Airstrikes Washes Ashore on a Colombian Peninsula
A scorched boat, two mangled bodies: The first physical evidence of U.S. strikes in the Caribbean has washed up in Colombia.
Russia Threatens to Toughen Its Stance on Ending the War in Ukraine
With talks on ending the Ukraine war making little progress on the toughest issues, Russia issued a dramatic threat on Monday to harden its stance, linking the potential change to what the Kremlin called a failed Ukrainian drone attack overnight targeting a rural residence of President Vladimir Putin. Ukraine immediately denied any such attack.
China Mobilizes Forces on Land, Air and Sea for Live-Fire Drill Near Taiwan
China launched military exercises around Taiwan, mobilizing naval, air, ground and missile forces for what the People’s Liberation Army described as a “stern warning” to opponents of Beijing’s claims to the island.
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Grim Evidence of Trump’s Airstrikes Washes Ashore on a Colombian Peninsula
A scorched boat, two mangled bodies: The first physical evidence of U.S. strikes in the Caribbean has washed up in Colombia.
Russia Threatens to Toughen Its Stance on Ending the War in Ukraine
With talks on ending the Ukraine war making little progress on the toughest issues, Russia issued a dramatic threat on Monday to harden its stance, linking the potential change to what the Kremlin called a failed Ukrainian drone attack overnight targeting a rural residence of President Vladimir Putin. Ukraine immediately denied any such attack.
China Mobilizes Forces on Land, Air and Sea for Live-Fire Drill Near Taiwan
China launched military exercises around Taiwan, mobilizing naval, air, ground and missile forces for what the People’s Liberation Army described as a “stern warning” to opponents of Beijing’s claims to the island.
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C.I.A. Conducted Drone Strike on Port in Venezuela
The C.I.A. conducted a drone strike on a port facility in Venezuela last week, according to people briefed on the operation, a development that suggests an aggressive new phase of the Trump administration’s pressure campaign against the Maduro government has begun.
Protests Over Sinking Economy in Iran Spread to Universities
Protests driven by worsening economic conditions in Iran have spread to universities in several cities on Tuesday, with students chanting for freedom and clashing with the security forces near some campuses.
Emirates to Pull Troops Out of Yemen After Saudi-led Airstrike
The United Arab Emirates said that it was pulling its remaining troops out of Yemen, hours after a Saudi-led airstrike targeted an Emirati shipment, an episode that has laid bare the deepening rift between two Gulf powerhouses.
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C.I.A. Conducted Drone Strike on Port in Venezuela
The C.I.A. conducted a drone strike on a port facility in Venezuela last week, according to people briefed on the operation, a development that suggests an aggressive new phase of the Trump administration’s pressure campaign against the Maduro government has begun.
Protests Over Sinking Economy in Iran Spread to Universities
Protests driven by worsening economic conditions in Iran have spread to universities in several cities on Tuesday, with students chanting for freedom and clashing with the security forces near some campuses.
Emirates to Pull Troops Out of Yemen After Saudi-led Airstrike
The United Arab Emirates said that it was pulling its remaining troops out of Yemen, hours after a Saudi-led airstrike targeted an Emirati shipment, an episode that has laid bare the deepening rift between two Gulf powerhouses.
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How Russia’s War Machine Brutalizes and Exploits Its Own Soldiers
President Vladimir Putin has hailed the troops fighting his war of attrition as sacred heroes. But more than 6,000 confidential complaints about the war reviewed by The Times show that anger and discontent simmer beneath the surface.
Slow Pace of Flood Recovery Stirs Anger in Far-Flung Corner of Indonesia
Protests have erupted in Aceh Province on the northern tip of Sumatra island, where anger and frustration are mounting over what many see as inadequate relief efforts by a distracted government.
Thieves Make Off With Millions in German Bank Heist
When a group of masked thieves drove into a garage in an industrial city in western Germany last weekend, they were not simply searching for a parking spot.
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How Russia’s War Machine Brutalizes and Exploits Its Own Soldiers
President Vladimir Putin has hailed the troops fighting his war of attrition as sacred heroes. But more than 6,000 confidential complaints about the war reviewed by The Times show that anger and discontent simmer beneath the surface.
Slow Pace of Flood Recovery Stirs Anger in Far-Flung Corner of Indonesia
Protests have erupted in Aceh Province on the northern tip of Sumatra island, where anger and frustration are mounting over what many see as inadequate relief efforts by a distracted government.
Thieves Make Off With Millions in German Bank Heist
When a group of masked thieves drove into a garage in an industrial city in western Germany last weekend, they were not simply searching for a parking spot.
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Guinea’s Coup Leader Wins Election After Barring Leading Opponents
The leader of a coup in the West African nation of Guinea won a landslide victory in a presidential election meant to legitimize his rule, according to results on Wednesday. The vote took place more than four years after he seized power and tightened his grip on the country.
Iran Protests Turn Deadly as Violence and Anger Spread
Financial pressures have fueled a fifth day of demonstrations around Iran, with at least one person killed in the protests so far, according to the authorities.
Another New Year at War: Ukraine’s Troops Doubt It Will Be the Last
After a year of Russian advances, the goal for 2026 is simply to survive, said one officer in eastern Ukraine. “It’s hard to make any plans,” he said.
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Guinea’s Coup Leader Wins Election After Barring Leading Opponents
The leader of a coup in the West African nation of Guinea won a landslide victory in a presidential election meant to legitimize his rule, according to results on Wednesday. The vote took place more than four years after he seized power and tightened his grip on the country.
Iran Protests Turn Deadly as Violence and Anger Spread
Financial pressures have fueled a fifth day of demonstrations around Iran, with at least one person killed in the protests so far, according to the authorities.
Another New Year at War: Ukraine’s Troops Doubt It Will Be the Last
After a year of Russian advances, the goal for 2026 is simply to survive, said one officer in eastern Ukraine. “It’s hard to make any plans,” he said.
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How a Fire Ripped Through a Swiss Bar and Broke a Village’s Heart
Investigators said that sparklers attached to bottles of champagne were the likely cause of a fire that tore through a popular bar during a New Year’s celebration in the Alps, leaving 40 people dead and dozens badly burned, many fighting for their lives.
Trump Says U.S. Is ‘Locked and Loaded’ if Iran Kills Protesters
President Trump said on Friday that the United States would come to the aid of protesters in Iran if the government there used lethal force against them, in a sharp escalation of remarks after days of widespread demonstrations against the Iranian government.
Zelensky Names General to Replace Chief of Staff Ousted in Graft Scandal
President Zelensky appointed Kyrylo Budanov, the head of the country’s military intelligence agency, as his new chief of staff. Mr. Budanov is seen as a potential rival to Mr. Zelensky if elections are held.
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How a Fire Ripped Through a Swiss Bar and Broke a Village’s Heart
Investigators said that sparklers attached to bottles of champagne were the likely cause of a fire that tore through a popular bar during a New Year’s celebration in the Alps, leaving 40 people dead and dozens badly burned, many fighting for their lives.
Trump Says U.S. Is ‘Locked and Loaded’ if Iran Kills Protesters
President Trump said on Friday that the United States would come to the aid of protesters in Iran if the government there used lethal force against them, in a sharp escalation of remarks after days of widespread demonstrations against the Iranian government.
Zelensky Names General to Replace Chief of Staff Ousted in Graft Scandal
President Zelensky appointed Kyrylo Budanov, the head of the country’s military intelligence agency, as his new chief of staff. Mr. Budanov is seen as a potential rival to Mr. Zelensky if elections are held.
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What We Know About Maduro’s Capture and the Fallout
Venezuela’s ousted president, Nicolás Maduro, appeared before a judge in New York on Monday to face drug and weapons charges, two days after he was captured in a U.S. military raid on Caracas.
Denmark Tells Trump to ‘Stop the Threats’ About Greenland
Denmark’s prime minister urged President Trump to “stop the threats” to take over Greenland after Mr. Trump reiterated his interest in controlling the semiautonomous territory of Denmark, following the U.S. military raid on Venezuela.
After U.S. Strikes on Christmas, Fear Grips Muslims in Rural Nigeria
A small town in Nigeria, set amid a smattering of baobab trees is grappling with the aftermath of a bombing ordered by President Trump.
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What We Know About Maduro’s Capture and the Fallout
Venezuela’s ousted president, Nicolás Maduro, appeared before a judge in New York on Monday to face drug and weapons charges, two days after he was captured in a U.S. military raid on Caracas.
Denmark Tells Trump to ‘Stop the Threats’ About Greenland
Denmark’s prime minister urged President Trump to “stop the threats” to take over Greenland after Mr. Trump reiterated his interest in controlling the semiautonomous territory of Denmark, following the U.S. military raid on Venezuela.
After U.S. Strikes on Christmas, Fear Grips Muslims in Rural Nigeria
A small town in Nigeria, set amid a smattering of baobab trees is grappling with the aftermath of a bombing ordered by President Trump.
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Venezuela Braces for Economic Collapse From U.S. Blockade
Venezuela could lose the bulk of its oil export revenues this year if the U.S. blockade stays in place, according to internal government estimates, a scenario that would set off a humanitarian crisis.
Swiss Bar Hit by Deadly Fire Was Not Inspected for Six Years, Authorities Say
The local authorities failed to carry out yearly safety inspections between 2020 and 2025 at the bar in the Swiss Alps that suffered a deadly fire last week, Swiss officials acknowledged on Tuesday, amid mounting accusations that lax oversight had set the stage for the disaster.
Iran Says It’s Investigating Violence at Weekend Protests
Iran’s president ordered an investigation into violence at recent protests in the western province of Ilam, after video surfaced that appeared to show security forces shooting at demonstrators and storming a hospital.
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Venezuela Braces for Economic Collapse From U.S. Blockade
Venezuela could lose the bulk of its oil export revenues this year if the U.S. blockade stays in place, according to internal government estimates, a scenario that would set off a humanitarian crisis.
Swiss Bar Hit by Deadly Fire Was Not Inspected for Six Years, Authorities Say
The local authorities failed to carry out yearly safety inspections between 2020 and 2025 at the bar in the Swiss Alps that suffered a deadly fire last week, Swiss officials acknowledged on Tuesday, amid mounting accusations that lax oversight had set the stage for the disaster.
Iran Says It’s Investigating Violence at Weekend Protests
Iran’s president ordered an investigation into violence at recent protests in the western province of Ilam, after video surfaced that appeared to show security forces shooting at demonstrators and storming a hospital.
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U.S. Seizes Oil Tanker and Boards Another, Raising Tensions With Russia
The United States on Wednesday seized an oil tanker in the North Atlantic that had evaded its effort to crack down on Venezuela’s energy exports, U.S. officials said, capping a pursuit that had lasted more than two weeks and raised tensions with Russia.
Reshuffle at Ukraine’s Intelligence Agencies Draws Criticism
The directors of Ukraine’s two main intelligence agencies have been replaced in the largest reshuffle of Ukraine’s intelligence agencies during the war. Some ask whether the shake-up risks disrupting the agencies’ operations and is political in nature.
Yemeni Separatist Defies Saudi Demand, and Strike Follows
The leader of a separatist group in Yemen refused a Saudi demand to fly to the Saudi capital, Riyadh, for talks on Tuesday, heightening a standoff in which Yemen’s sovereignty hangs in the balance.
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U.S. Seizes Oil Tanker and Boards Another, Raising Tensions With Russia
The United States on Wednesday seized an oil tanker in the North Atlantic that had evaded its effort to crack down on Venezuela’s energy exports, U.S. officials said, capping a pursuit that had lasted more than two weeks and raised tensions with Russia.
Reshuffle at Ukraine’s Intelligence Agencies Draws Criticism
The directors of Ukraine’s two main intelligence agencies have been replaced in the largest reshuffle of Ukraine’s intelligence agencies during the war. Some ask whether the shake-up risks disrupting the agencies’ operations and is political in nature.
Yemeni Separatist Defies Saudi Demand, and Strike Follows
The leader of a separatist group in Yemen refused a Saudi demand to fly to the Saudi capital, Riyadh, for talks on Tuesday, heightening a standoff in which Yemen’s sovereignty hangs in the balance.
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Colombia’s President Feared a U.S. Attack. Then Trump Called.
A conversation between President Trump and President Gustavo Petro of Colombia appeared to defuse a crisis that erupted after Trump said military action against Colombia “sounds good.” President Petro spoke to The New York Times just before the call.
Russian Strikes Knock Out Power and Heat to Hundreds of Thousands of Ukrainians
About half a million households were still without heat and power in the Dnipropetrovsk region of Ukraine on Thursday evening, as the authorities raced in the winter cold to restore services knocked out by Russian strikes the previous night.
Venezuela Leaders to Free Political Prisoners in a Sign of Possible Change
Venezuela’s government announced the release of what it described as “an important number” of political prisoners, the first ostensible gesture of change by the new administration since the ouster of President Nicolás Maduro.
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Colombia’s President Feared a U.S. Attack. Then Trump Called.
A conversation between President Trump and President Gustavo Petro of Colombia appeared to defuse a crisis that erupted after Trump said military action against Colombia “sounds good.” President Petro spoke to The New York Times just before the call.
Russian Strikes Knock Out Power and Heat to Hundreds of Thousands of Ukrainians
About half a million households were still without heat and power in the Dnipropetrovsk region of Ukraine on Thursday evening, as the authorities raced in the winter cold to restore services knocked out by Russian strikes the previous night.
Venezuela Leaders to Free Political Prisoners in a Sign of Possible Change
Venezuela’s government announced the release of what it described as “an important number” of political prisoners, the first ostensible gesture of change by the new administration since the ouster of President Nicolás Maduro.
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Russia Says It Used Nuclear-Capable Missile to Strike Western Ukraine
The Russian Defense Ministry said on Friday that it had struck western Ukraine with a nuclear-capable intermediate-range ballistic missile, an ominous warning by President Vladimir Putin of Russia as U.S.-led negotiations to end the war have gained steam.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Vows to ‘Not Back Down’ as Protests Swell
Iran’s supreme leader vowed that the government would “not back down” in the face of protests that have rocked the country in recent weeks, as the country’s leadership threatened to escalate its crackdown on demonstrators.
Trump Is Making a Power Play in Latin America. China Is Already There.
China built a dominant strategic position in Latin America as the leading lender and trading partner. It is watching President Trump’s next moves closely.
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Russia Says It Used Nuclear-Capable Missile to Strike Western Ukraine
The Russian Defense Ministry said on Friday that it had struck western Ukraine with a nuclear-capable intermediate-range ballistic missile, an ominous warning by President Vladimir Putin of Russia as U.S.-led negotiations to end the war have gained steam.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Vows to ‘Not Back Down’ as Protests Swell
Iran’s supreme leader vowed that the government would “not back down” in the face of protests that have rocked the country in recent weeks, as the country’s leadership threatened to escalate its crackdown on demonstrators.
Trump Is Making a Power Play in Latin America. China Is Already There.
China built a dominant strategic position in Latin America as the leading lender and trading partner. It is watching President Trump’s next moves closely.
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Israel Is Still Demolishing Gaza, Building by Building
Israel has demolished more than 2,500 buildings in Gaza since the cease-fire began, according to a New York Times analysis, including in areas still under Hamas control.
Russia’s Fearsome Arsenal Fizzled in Venezuela. Here’s Why.
Venezuela had failed to set up much of the high-powered air defense systems from its allies in Russia, leaving the country vulnerable at the time of the U.S attack, an analysis by The Times found.
Iran Prepared for War but Ready to Negotiate, Foreign Minister Says
Iran said Monday that it was prepared for conflict but also ready to negotiate after President Trump warned that the United States might intervene to stop an increasingly deadly government crackdown on opposition protests.
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Israel Is Still Demolishing Gaza, Building by Building
Israel has demolished more than 2,500 buildings in Gaza since the cease-fire began, according to a New York Times analysis, including in areas still under Hamas control.
Russia’s Fearsome Arsenal Fizzled in Venezuela. Here’s Why.
Venezuela had failed to set up much of the high-powered air defense systems from its allies in Russia, leaving the country vulnerable at the time of the U.S attack, an analysis by The Times found.
Iran Prepared for War but Ready to Negotiate, Foreign Minister Says
Iran said Monday that it was prepared for conflict but also ready to negotiate after President Trump warned that the United States might intervene to stop an increasingly deadly government crackdown on opposition protests.
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‘Shoot to Kill’: Accounts of Brutal Crackdown Emerge From Iran
Despite the communications blockade in Iran amid mass protests, a recurring image has made its way out of the country: rows and rows of body bags. As many as 3,000 people are feared dead as witnesses describe government forces firing on unarmed protesters.
At This Office Park, Scamming the World Was the Business
New York Times journalists got a rare look inside one of the compounds in Myanmar where the online fraud industry makes its billions. Inspirational slogans (“Keep going”) were just the start.
Prosecutors Demand Death Penalty for South Korea’s Ousted Leader
A special counsel on Tuesday asked a court in Seoul to sentence South Korea’s impeached and ousted former president, Yoon Suk Yeol, to death, on the charge of leading an insurrection when he briefly imposed martial law on his country in late 2024.
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‘Shoot to Kill’: Accounts of Brutal Crackdown Emerge From Iran
Despite the communications blockade in Iran amid mass protests, a recurring image has made its way out of the country: rows and rows of body bags. As many as 3,000 people are feared dead as witnesses describe government forces firing on unarmed protesters.
At This Office Park, Scamming the World Was the Business
New York Times journalists got a rare look inside one of the compounds in Myanmar where the online fraud industry makes its billions. Inspirational slogans (“Keep going”) were just the start.
Prosecutors Demand Death Penalty for South Korea’s Ousted Leader
A special counsel on Tuesday asked a court in Seoul to sentence South Korea’s impeached and ousted former president, Yoon Suk Yeol, to death, on the charge of leading an insurrection when he briefly imposed martial law on his country in late 2024.
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‘We’re Not Stupid’: What Greenlanders Would Say to Trump
A Times reporter's visit to Greenland reveals a swirl of feelings as people nervously await talks with the Trump administration about the island’s future.
Venezuelan Envoy to Make First Washington Trip in Years Amid Thaw
A Venezuelan government envoy planned to travel on Thursday to Washington to meet U.S. officials and take initial steps toward reopening the Venezuelan embassy there, according to Venezuelans and Americans familiar with the matter.
Quebec’s Unpopular Leader to Resign Ahead of Elections
The deeply unpopular premier of Quebec, François Legault, said on Wednesday that he would resign after seven years in power, acknowledging after months of desperate attempts to revive his standing in the polls that “Quebecers want change.”
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‘We’re Not Stupid’: What Greenlanders Would Say to Trump
A Times reporter's visit to Greenland reveals a swirl of feelings as people nervously await talks with the Trump administration about the island’s future.
Venezuelan Envoy to Make First Washington Trip in Years Amid Thaw
A Venezuelan government envoy planned to travel on Thursday to Washington to meet U.S. officials and take initial steps toward reopening the Venezuelan embassy there, according to Venezuelans and Americans familiar with the matter.
Quebec’s Unpopular Leader to Resign Ahead of Elections
The deeply unpopular premier of Quebec, François Legault, said on Wednesday that he would resign after seven years in power, acknowledging after months of desperate attempts to revive his standing in the polls that “Quebecers want change.”
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Iran Backpedals on Executions Threat but Casts Protesters as ‘Terrorists’
Iran appeared to backpedal on previous threats to execute protesters, amid global condemnation and fears of U.S. military action, even as the government continues a brutal crackdown after weeks of demonstrations.
Uganda Holds Elections Despite Delays and Internet Blackout
Ugandans headed to the polls on Thursday for an election in which President Yoweri Museveni, 81, is expected to extend his rule of nearly four decades in the east African nation.
The U.S. Is Pressing Mexico to Allow U.S. Forces to Fight Cartels
The United States is intensifying pressure on Mexico to allow U.S. military forces to conduct joint operations to dismantle fentanyl labs inside the country, according to American officials.
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Iran Backpedals on Executions Threat but Casts Protesters as ‘Terrorists’
Iran appeared to backpedal on previous threats to execute protesters, amid global condemnation and fears of U.S. military action, even as the government continues a brutal crackdown after weeks of demonstrations.
Uganda Holds Elections Despite Delays and Internet Blackout
Ugandans headed to the polls on Thursday for an election in which President Yoweri Museveni, 81, is expected to extend his rule of nearly four decades in the east African nation.
The U.S. Is Pressing Mexico to Allow U.S. Forces to Fight Cartels
The United States is intensifying pressure on Mexico to allow U.S. military forces to conduct joint operations to dismantle fentanyl labs inside the country, according to American officials.
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Thousands of Chinese Fishing Boats Quietly Form Vast Sea Barriers
China quietly mobilized thousands of fishing boats twice in recent weeks to form massive floating barriers of at least 200 miles long, showing a new level of coordination that could give Beijing more ways to impose control in contested seas, a New York Times analysis of ship data reveals.
Pressure From Trump Revives Colombia’s War Against Rebel Group
President Gustavo Petro of Colombia is taking a harder line against the National Liberation Army, or ELN, a leftist group experts call a powerful drug trafficker in Colombia and Venezuela.
Canada Breaks With U.S. to Slash Tariffs on Some Chinese Electric Vehicles
Canada will lower tariffs on some Chinese electric vehicles and China will do the same for Canadian canola products, a major shift in policy that was announced on Friday during a landmark state visit by Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada to Beijing.
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Thousands of Chinese Fishing Boats Quietly Form Vast Sea Barriers
China quietly mobilized thousands of fishing boats twice in recent weeks to form massive floating barriers of at least 200 miles long, showing a new level of coordination that could give Beijing more ways to impose control in contested seas, a New York Times analysis of ship data reveals.
Pressure From Trump Revives Colombia’s War Against Rebel Group
President Gustavo Petro of Colombia is taking a harder line against the National Liberation Army, or ELN, a leftist group experts call a powerful drug trafficker in Colombia and Venezuela.
Canada Breaks With U.S. to Slash Tariffs on Some Chinese Electric Vehicles
Canada will lower tariffs on some Chinese electric vehicles and China will do the same for Canadian canola products, a major shift in policy that was announced on Friday during a landmark state visit by Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada to Beijing.
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What We Know About the Deadly High-Speed Train Crash in Spain
Two high-speed trains crashed on Sunday in southern Spain, killing at least 40 people and injuring dozens of others, according to the local authorities.
Trump Links His Push for Greenland to Not Winning Nobel Peace Prize
President Trump is now claiming that one reason he is pushing to acquire Greenland is that he didn’t win the Nobel Peace Prize, according to a text message he sent to Norway’s prime minister over the weekend.
Slow Emergency Response Blamed in Deadly Fire That Tore Through Pakistani Mall
A fire tore through a crowded mall in Karachi this past weekend, leaving at least 23 people dead and dozens missing on Monday in the latest tragedy that urban planners and shopkeepers have blamed on chronic mismanagement in Pakistan’s largest city.
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What We Know About the Deadly High-Speed Train Crash in Spain
Two high-speed trains crashed on Sunday in southern Spain, killing at least 40 people and injuring dozens of others, according to the local authorities.
Trump Links His Push for Greenland to Not Winning Nobel Peace Prize
President Trump is now claiming that one reason he is pushing to acquire Greenland is that he didn’t win the Nobel Peace Prize, according to a text message he sent to Norway’s prime minister over the weekend.
Slow Emergency Response Blamed in Deadly Fire That Tore Through Pakistani Mall
A fire tore through a crowded mall in Karachi this past weekend, leaving at least 23 people dead and dozens missing on Monday in the latest tragedy that urban planners and shopkeepers have blamed on chronic mismanagement in Pakistan’s largest city.
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How the Train Crash in Spain Unfolded
Two trains collided on Sunday in southern Spain, killing at least 40 people and leaving dozens more hospitalized. The trains were running in opposite directions on parallel and straight tracks. Here’s how the crash unfolded.
Fresh Russian Strikes Cut Heat to Thousands in Ukraine’s Freezing Capital
Russian strikes left thousands of apartment buildings in Ukraine’s capital without heat and more than one million consumers without electricity in subfreezing temperatures on Tuesday, the latest assault in a campaign that the Ukrainian authorities say is aimed at breaking the country’s morale.
U.S. Shifts Away From Kurdish-Led Forces in Fight Against ISIS
The U.S. special envoy to Syria said that Washington no longer needed to rely on Kurdish-led forces as its primary partner to fight the Islamic State, arguing that the Syrian government was now prepared to take over security duties.
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How the Train Crash in Spain Unfolded
Two trains collided on Sunday in southern Spain, killing at least 40 people and leaving dozens more hospitalized. The trains were running in opposite directions on parallel and straight tracks. Here’s how the crash unfolded.
Fresh Russian Strikes Cut Heat to Thousands in Ukraine’s Freezing Capital
Russian strikes left thousands of apartment buildings in Ukraine’s capital without heat and more than one million consumers without electricity in subfreezing temperatures on Tuesday, the latest assault in a campaign that the Ukrainian authorities say is aimed at breaking the country’s morale.
U.S. Shifts Away From Kurdish-Led Forces in Fight Against ISIS
The U.S. special envoy to Syria said that Washington no longer needed to rely on Kurdish-led forces as its primary partner to fight the Islamic State, arguing that the Syrian government was now prepared to take over security duties.
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Trump Threatens Europe Over Greenland, but Rules Out Sending Troops
President Trump told European leaders in Davos, Switzerland, on Wednesday that he would not send troops to seize Greenland from Denmark, while still demanding ownership of the large, icy island and threatening dire economic and security consequences if he does not get his way in the world.
Killer of Shinzo Abe, Former Leader of Japan, Gets Life in Prison
More than three years after Shinzo Abe, Japan’s longest-serving prime minister, was gunned down in broad daylight at a campaign stop — a rare and shocking act of political violence in the country — a man was sentenced to life in prison for his murder.
Israeli Strikes in Gaza Kill 11, Including Three Journalists
Israeli forces killed at least 11 people in the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, Gaza health officials said, including three Palestinian journalists who the Israeli military said were flying a drone.
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Trump Threatens Europe Over Greenland, but Rules Out Sending Troops
President Trump told European leaders in Davos, Switzerland, on Wednesday that he would not send troops to seize Greenland from Denmark, while still demanding ownership of the large, icy island and threatening dire economic and security consequences if he does not get his way in the world.
Killer of Shinzo Abe, Former Leader of Japan, Gets Life in Prison
More than three years after Shinzo Abe, Japan’s longest-serving prime minister, was gunned down in broad daylight at a campaign stop — a rare and shocking act of political violence in the country — a man was sentenced to life in prison for his murder.
Israeli Strikes in Gaza Kill 11, Including Three Journalists
Israeli forces killed at least 11 people in the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, Gaza health officials said, including three Palestinian journalists who the Israeli military said were flying a drone.
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After Trump’s Ultimatum, Greenland Talks Include Sovereign U.S. Bases, No Drilling for Russia
Negotiations to resolve the future of Greenland have focused in recent days on proposals to increase NATO’s presence in the Arctic, give America a sovereign claim to pockets of Greenland’s territory and block potentially hostile adversaries from mining the island’s minerals.
Filipino Journalist Gets Prison in Case Seen as Attack on Free Press
A Philippine court on Thursday convicted a journalist on charges of financing terrorism and sentenced her to more than a decade in prison, in a ruling that rights and press groups said was a blatant attack on press freedom.
Brazil’s Latest Icon Is New to Film. Now, She’s a Star of an Oscar Contender.
Clad in florals and puffing on a cigarette, Tânia Maria has captivated audiences with a striking, if brief, performance in “The Secret Agent,” Brazil’s latest Oscar nominee.
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After Trump’s Ultimatum, Greenland Talks Include Sovereign U.S. Bases, No Drilling for Russia
Negotiations to resolve the future of Greenland have focused in recent days on proposals to increase NATO’s presence in the Arctic, give America a sovereign claim to pockets of Greenland’s territory and block potentially hostile adversaries from mining the island’s minerals.
Filipino Journalist Gets Prison in Case Seen as Attack on Free Press
A Philippine court on Thursday convicted a journalist on charges of financing terrorism and sentenced her to more than a decade in prison, in a ruling that rights and press groups said was a blatant attack on press freedom.
Brazil’s Latest Icon Is New to Film. Now, She’s a Star of an Oscar Contender.
Clad in florals and puffing on a cigarette, Tânia Maria has captivated audiences with a striking, if brief, performance in “The Secret Agent,” Brazil’s latest Oscar nominee.
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The Final Indignities Inflicted on Iran’s Protest Victims
Witness testimony and videos from Tehran’s largest cemetery show disrespectful treatment of the dead after a brutal government crackdown.
Peru’s President May Be Ousted Over Secret Meetings With Chinese Businessmen
Leaked videos have prompted a scandal involving President José Jerí of Peru and two Chinese men under investigation.
F.B.I. Arrests Canadian Olympian Accused of Running Drug Ring
A former Olympic snowboarder from Canada who the F.B.I. says is one of North America’s most notorious drug smugglers was arrested on murder and drug trafficking charges, the agency announced Friday, ending a yearslong search.
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The Final Indignities Inflicted on Iran’s Protest Victims
Witness testimony and videos from Tehran’s largest cemetery show disrespectful treatment of the dead after a brutal government crackdown.
Peru’s President May Be Ousted Over Secret Meetings With Chinese Businessmen
Leaked videos have prompted a scandal involving President José Jerí of Peru and two Chinese men under investigation.
F.B.I. Arrests Canadian Olympian Accused of Running Drug Ring
A former Olympic snowboarder from Canada who the F.B.I. says is one of North America’s most notorious drug smugglers was arrested on murder and drug trafficking charges, the agency announced Friday, ending a yearslong search.
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