People surround ambulances at the entrance of the American University of Beirut Medical Center.
People surround ambulances at the entrance of the American University of Beirut Medical Center.

Hezbollah Pagers Explode in Suspected Israeli Attack

This is the “biggest security breach” that the Lebanese militant group has faced since the Israel-Hamas war began.

Properties are damaged as floodwaters rise following heavy rain in the Czech Republic.
Properties are damaged as floodwaters rise following heavy rain in the Czech Republic.

Severe Weather Batters Much of the Eastern Hemisphere

Mass flooding has affected millions of people across Central and Eastern Europe, Central and Western Africa, and China.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Foreign Secretary David Lammy walk in the British ambassador’s residence in Washington.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Foreign Secretary David Lammy walk in the British ambassador’s residence in Washington.

U.S., U.K. Reconsider Long-Range Weapons Restrictions on Ukraine

Moscow warns doing so could pull NATO into war with Russia.

Dozens of people mill about the remains of a rubble-covered basketball court in front of a three-story building with a blue awning. One of the closest people, facing away from the camera, wears a blue vest with the U.N. logo and "UNRWA" printed on the back.
Dozens of people mill about the remains of a rubble-covered basketball court in front of a three-story building with a blue awning. One of the closest people, facing away from the camera, wears a blue vest with the U.N. logo and "UNRWA" printed on the back.

Israeli Airstrike on Gaza School Kills 18, Including 6 U.N. Employees

The United Nations condemned the attack on the facility, which was sheltering displaced Palestinians—mostly women and children.

A billboard depicts Iranian ballistic missiles in Tehran.
A billboard depicts Iranian ballistic missiles in Tehran.

Tehran Denies Sending Ballistic Missiles to Russia

The United States expects Moscow to use the Iranian shipments against Ukraine in the coming weeks.

Palestinians inspect damage from Israeli strikes that hit a displacement camp in southern Gaza.
Palestinians inspect damage from Israeli strikes that hit a displacement camp in southern Gaza.

Israel Strikes Humanitarian Zone in Gaza

Despite being labeled a safe zone, the al-Mawasi area has been targeted by Israeli forces multiple times.

Syrians inspect damage from overnight strikes.
Syrians inspect damage from overnight strikes.

Airstrikes in Syria Kill at Least 18 People

Israel is widely believed to be responsible for the attack.

Israeli military vehicles move along a road in the West Bank city of Jenin.
Israeli military vehicles move along a road in the West Bank city of Jenin.

Israel’s Military Pulls Out of Jenin

This was one of Israel’s longest and most destructive operations in the West Bank in years.

Newly appointed French Prime Minister Michel Barnier is seen at the handover ceremony in Paris.
Newly appointed French Prime Minister Michel Barnier is seen at the handover ceremony in Paris.

Who Is France’s New Prime Minister?

Choosing Michel Barnier may put President Emmanuel Macron’s government at the mercy of France’s far right.

Protesters hold up banners against proposed judicial reform legislation in Mexico City.
Protesters hold up banners against proposed judicial reform legislation in Mexico City.

Mexico Clears First Hurdle to Pass Judicial Reform Deal

Critics argue that the legislation could upend checks and balances on the country’s judicial system.

Rescue workers clear debris from a Ukrainian military academy struck by Russian missiles.
Rescue workers clear debris from a Ukrainian military academy struck by Russian missiles.

Russia Hits Military Institute and Nearby Hospital in Missile Attack

With dozens killed, the assault was one of the deadliest on Ukraine this year.

A bus is submerged in floodwaters in Japan.
A bus is submerged in floodwaters in Japan.

Tropical Cyclone Shanshan Wreaks Havoc Across Japan

Authorities have ordered more than 5 million people to evacuate their homes as officials suspend transportation services and cancel hundreds of flights.

Israeli soldiers arrest two Palestinian men during a raid in the West Bank.
Israeli soldiers arrest two Palestinian men during a raid in the West Bank.

Israeli Forces Kill Palestinian Militant Commander in West Bank

The United Nations urged Israel to cease its now two-day operation in the West Bank.

Israeli soldiers operate during a raid in the West Bank.
Israeli soldiers operate during a raid in the West Bank.

Israel Launches Massive West Bank Raid

Israeli forces have surrounded Jenin’s main hospital and claimed to have confiscated weapons.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi meets with U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan in Beijing.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi meets with U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan in Beijing.

Sullivan Heads to Beijing for High-Level U.S.-China Talks

U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan hopes to stay the Biden administration’s course in China.

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