‘Game Changer’? Too Soon to Tell. But Ukraine Flexed in Striking Moscow.

The drone attack that sent plumes of smoke rising over Moscow intensified Ukrainian hopes of bringing the war to Russia.Read More
During Trump’s Immigration Crackdown, Minnesota Protester Remained Shackled in Hospital for Days

The story of one progressive activist arrested in Minnesota in January shows what critics say is the aggressive nature of the Trump administration’s response to those who have protested its immigration crackdown.Read More
For India, the Return of Iranian Oil Cannot Come Soon Enough

After months of shortages and uncertainty, India sees an opportunity to restore a once-crucial energy relationship.Read More
Iran’s Supreme Leader Says He Dislikes Deal With U.S., but Allowed It

Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei distanced himself from the agreement, putting responsibility for it on Iran’s president, and said it does not mean acceding to U.S. demands.Read More
Inside Hegseth’s War on Diversity and Blocked Promotions of Women and Black Officers

A Black admiral fixed one of the Navy’s worst messes. Mr. Hegseth blocked his promotion anyway.Read More
Congress Is Anxious as U.S.-Canada-Mexico Trade Talks Intensify

With midterms approaching and negotiations heating up, some lawmakers are apprehensive over where the discussions are headed.Read More
How Deal With U.S. Could Reconnect Iran to the Global Economy

The country has long faced some of the world’s heaviest sanctions. The lifting of restrictions could open new vistas on trade and financial access.Read More
In a Still Turbulent Strait of Hormuz, Stranded Ships Wait for Clarity

Shipping companies had hoped to get their stranded vessels out, but faced uncertainty as violence flared again in the region.Read More
JD Vance’s Blunt Warning to Israel, and Why Waymo Is Struggling to Go National

Plus, the Friday news quiz.Read More
Trump’s Military Budget Hits Snags Amid Questions on Iran War Costs

Republicans and Democrats alike are casting doubt on a push for the largest military budget in history as the administration declines to disclose the cost of the war with Iran.Read More