For cash-strapped farmers, deal to end Iran fighting comes too late
Some of the president’s strongest supporters are hurting as midterm elections approach.
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Shut out of the World Cup again, China roots for a referee
On-field officials typically strive for anonymity. Ma Ning — or Card Master back home — has taken a different approach.
Continue ReadingWar-weary Iranians see glimmers of relief as Trump deal takes shape
As details emerged of an initial agreement between Washington and Tehran, Iranians voiced muted hopes for peace and prosperity.
Continue ReadingChaotic run-up to U.S.-Iran talks signals steep hurdles ahead
Neither Washington nor Tehran wants the peace process to collapse completely, but diplomats say they expect a process full of challenges and distrust.
Continue ReadingTrump said Italy’s prime minister ‘begged’ for a photo. She says that’s false.
Italy’s right-wing prime minister, Giorgia Meloni, was labeled Europe’s “Trump whisperer,” but the war in Iran turned their friendship into a liability for her.
Continue ReadingFour Israeli soldiers killed as combat in Lebanon imperils U.S.-Iran deal
U.S. and Iranian officials postponed negotiations planned in Switzerland on Friday about the details of their peace agreement as it faced a major test.
Continue ReadingFour Israeli soldiers killed as combat in Lebanon imperils U.S.-Iran deal
U.S. and Iranian officials postponed negotiations planned in Switzerland on Friday about the details of their peace agreement as it faced a major test.
Continue ReadingAndy Burnham wins U.K. Parliament seat, key step in bid to oust prime minister
Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester, is now positioned to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for leadership of the governing Labour Party and to seize the top job.
Continue ReadingAndy Burnham wins U.K. Parliament seat, key step in bid to oust prime minister
Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester, is now positioned to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for leadership of the governing Labour Party and to seize the top job.
Continue ReadingIn Mideast and worldwide, cautious relief over deal to end damaging war
Some world leaders hailed the deal, but many in the Middle East were cautious, saying important details remain to be settled and warning the accord could easily fall apart.
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