Israel and Lebanon Renew Cease-Fire, Calling for Evacuation of Hezbollah Operatives

The agreement depends on the cooperation of Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militia. The cease-fire could remove an obstacle in the talks between the United States and Iran.

Israel’s High Court Rejects Ban on Red Cross Visits for Palestinian Prisoners

Israel forbade the visits, which allow the Red Cross to monitor prisoners’ conditions, in 2023. Justices said the policy violated Israeli and international law.

Trump Says Iran War Is ‘Not a Big Thing’ for U.S.

It was the latest attempt by President Trump to flip the narrative on a conflict that he once said would lead to quick and decisive victory.

As Ebola Outbreak Widens, Trump Has Yet to Outline a Plan

Despite long-established procedures for bringing Americans home for monitoring and treatment, the Trump administration has not said that it will allow those at risk of Ebola back into the country.

Trump Agitates Brazil’s Politics, Again

President Trump appears ready to lend a hand to a new right-wing ally ahead of a crucial election this year that will be the biggest test for Latin America’s left.

Africans Exploring Africa

A growing middle class is increasingly mobile — and changing African ideas about leisure, travel and even the continent itself.

Iranian Drone and Missile Barrage Against Kuwait Inflames Regional Tensions

One person was killed and dozens were injured at Kuwait’s international airport. Tehran denied it had struck the airport.

Four Immigrant Workers Burned to Death in Italy

The immigrants had been working as fruit pickers in southern Italy, the authorities said, apparently as part of a system of criminal labor trafficking.

New Delhi Hotel Fire Kills at Least 21 People, Officials Say

A fire engulfed a six-story hotel in New Delhi on Wednesday, killing at least 21 people, the city’s fire department said. Officials are investigating the cause of the fire.

Travelers Bound for the U.K. Hit a Roadblock: Electronic Authorization System Is Down

Visitors from the U.S., Canada and most European countries can’t get an electronic travel authorization and are being turned away from planes, trains and boats.