Lebanese Resigned to a Long War, Even if U.S. and Iran Make a Deal

Few in Lebanon believe that diplomatic efforts to end the wider war will bring peace to their country, as clashes between Israel and Hezbollah intensify in the south.

After Decades on the Run, a Leftist Militant Is Sentenced in Germany

Daniela Klette, 67, was part of the Red Army Faction, which attacked American and capitalist interests until the 1990s. She was convicted of robberies committed later to finance life as a fugitive.

Rubio’s India Visit Yields No Major Deals to Repair U.S.-India Relations

The secretary of state visited India to reassure the South Asian giant that it can still rely on the United States. India did not gain much from the visit.

What Iranian State Media Says Is in Outline of ‘Unofficial’ Deal With U.S.

The White House immediately dismissed the report, which detailed terms for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, as a “complete fabrication.”

Israel Continues Its Escalation in Lebanon, Ordering Evacuations

The Israeli military issued sweeping evacuation orders for two southern cities, indicating that more airstrikes were imminent.

Could Russia Hit Harder? It at Least Wants Ukraine to Think So.

Major attacks on Kyiv, followed by warnings of more, come as Moscow is stalled on the battlefield and at the negotiating table.

Uganda Closes Border With Congo Over Ebola Fears

Ebola response teams and a few others are exempt and will undergo “strict health screening,” a top Ugandan official said.

Israel Intensifies Military Campaign Against Hezbollah in Lebanon

Israeli strikes pounded southern Lebanon on Wednesday, escalating Israel’s campaign against Hezbollah and complicating talks to end the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.

Five People Stuck in Flooded Laos Cave Are Found Alive

The five men, stranded while looking for gold, were found alive after a week in a narrow, muddy chamber. Two people remain missing.

Rescuers Reach Five Miners Trapped in Laos Cave

Rescuers on Wednesday reached five of the seven miners trapped in a flooded cave in Laos. The search is still ongoing for two missing miners.