President Trump’s conversation with President Ahmed al-Shara, who once led a branch of Al Qaeda, was the first time in 25 years that the leaders of the United States and Syria had met.
Continue readingCategory: News
South Africa’s Leader Criticizes Afrikaners Seeking Refuge in U.S.
President Cyril Ramaphosa called the white South Africans “cowardly” for leaving for the United States.
Continue reading
Syrians Are Elated and Optimistic as Trump Vows to Lift Sanctions
The announcement is a boon for the new government as it looks to rebuild an economy wrecked by a decade of civil war.
Continue reading
Why Losing E.V. Tax Credits Could Hit G.M. and Ford Harder Than Tesla
A House Republican bill introduced this week would do away with tax credits that had encouraged Americans to buy electric vehicles and automakers to invest in new factories.
Continue reading
India and Pakistan Swap Detained Soldiers as Cease-Fire Holds
India exchanged a Pakistani paramilitary fighter for a border security guard that Pakistan had held for weeks. Each officer had been detained before the countries’ military skirmish started.
Continue reading
Israeli Airstrikes Kill Dozens in Northern Gaza Overnight, Hospital Director Says
Israel’s military did not immediately respond to a request for comment. A military spokesman had warned of an impending attack in northern Gaza.
Continue reading
A Loyal Ally Joins Trump’s Gulf Tour: The Head of Global Soccer
The FIFA president, Gianni Infantino, is expected to preside over a ceremony in which the emir of Qatar will hand over World Cup hosting duties to Mr. Trump. The U.S. is co-hosting the 2026 tournament.
Continue reading
Militant’s Killing Would Be Blow to Hamas, but Long-Term Impact is Unclear
Israel tried to kill Muhammad Sinwar, a key Hamas leader in Gaza. If confirmed, his death would deprive Hamas of a top commander but the strategic consequences are less certain.
Continue reading
Relatives of Jeju Air Crash Victims File Criminal Complaint
Dozens of family members filed a joint complaint against 15 aviation officials, accusing them of negligence and violating South Korean law.
Continue reading