How Iran Gained Leverage in the War

Outmatched militarily, Iran used “triangular coercion” by attacking Gulf states and closing the Strait of Hormuz. It points to a long-term U.S. vulnerability.

Early War Goal Was to Install Hard Line Former President as Iran’s Leader

An Israeli strike designed to free Mahmoud Ahmadinejad from house arrest in Tehran, U.S. officials said, was part of an effort to bring about regime change and put him in power.

The Police Clash with Anti-Government Protesters in Bolivia

The police fired tear gas at protesters who demanded the resignation of President Rodrigo Paz. Many of the voters who originally supported Mr. Paz, now say that they feel alienated by his actions and policies.

What the End of Aid Looks Like

The United States and other countries are cutting humanitarian relief. Our reporter went to Somalia to see the impact.

The New ‘Gold Rush’ of Geothermal Energy

A new wave of start-ups are trying to harvest emissions-free energy from inside the Earth, but the industry still faces significant challenges.

Bolivia Has Been Paralyzed by Protests. Here’s Why.

After two decades of leftist rule, many voters who backed Bolivia’s new, more conservative president say he’s made their lives harder and are demanding his removal.

Israeli Minister Threatens to Evict Palestinians From West Bank Hamlet

Bezalel Smotrich, the hard-line minister, said he was retaliating for the International Criminal Court prosecutor seeking his arrest, something the court did not confirm nor deny.

‘Married at First Sight’ Rape Allegations Lead to Call for U.K. Investigation

Two women told the BBC that they were sexually assaulted during the filming of the popular show. The accusations have reignited a debate in Britain about the ethics of reality TV.

Zapatero, Spain’s Former Leader, Investigated for Graft

José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, who led Spain from 2004 to 2011, is accused of influence peddling after he left office. He has denied wrongdoing.

Son of Mango Fashion Chain’s Founder Is Arrested as Suspect in His Death

Isak Andic, the billionaire who built the Spanish brand, died while hiking with his son in 2024. News outlets had reported that the son was under investigation.