Rubio’s Absence From Iran Talks Highlights Stay-at-Home Role

President Trump has outsourced much of his diplomacy to others, while Mr. Rubio focuses on his second job as national security adviser.

Kenyan Court Strikes Down Ruling Protecting Right to Abortion

The decision, in a country where thousands of women die yearly from unsafe abortions, held that abortions deprive unborn children of the “right to life.”

Drivers Stranded Overnight on Alberta, Canada, Highways After Snowstorm

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police said they were working to rescue those stranded and deliver supplies like food, fuel and medicine.

Kushner and Witkoff Traveling to Pakistan to Resume Talks With Iran

Iran’s foreign minister has already arrived in the country, state media reported. He was believed to be carrying a written response to a U.S. proposal to end the war.

‘No Warnings’: How Israel’s Deadly Airstrikes Unfolded in Central Beirut

On April 8, just hours into a ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran, the Israeli military carried out its most intense bombing campaign in Lebanon this year. The New York Times took a closer look at the deadly strikes in Beirut.

U.S. Unveils More Sanctions Targeting Iran’s Shadow Fleet

The Treasury Department also targeted a top independent Chinese refinery that it said was a major buyer of Iranian petroleum.

Venice Biennale Bars Awards for Countries Facing Crimes Against Humanity Charges

The jury said it would “refrain from considering” countries whose leaders are facing charges of crimes against humanity, which would affect Israel and Russia.

A Disputed Jet Deal and Pressure From the Trump Administration Shake Peru’s Government

Pressure from Washington helped drive a disputed deal forward, triggering resignations and raising questions about sovereignty.

Israel-Lebanon Cease-Fire Tested by Escalating Clashes

The U.S.-mediated cease-fire halted an all-out war between Israel and Hezbollah, but their intensifying attacks on each other could put the truce at risk.

Turkey Passes Legislation to Bar Children Under 15 From Social Media

The government says the measure, which must be signed into law by the president, will protect minors. Critics worry it will threaten free speech and privacy online.