
Live Updates: Cease-Fire Unraveling as U.S. and Iran Trade Strikes Again
The U.S. military said that it had hit dozens of Iranian targets in its latest salvo. Iran’s army said that it had fired more drones at American military sites in the region, as the two sides tussle over the Strait of Hormuz.Published on : Mon Jul 13 2026

Residents of Spanish Towns Caught in Fierce Blazes Recount Harrowing Escapes
Many say communication was chaotic and even nonexistent as flames tore through the area, taking 12 lives in one of the deadliest wildfires on record in Spain.By Jason Horowitz, Carlos Barragán and Lynsey Chutel
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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Almeria (Spain)Andalusia (Spain)SpainEurope

Hard-Liners in Iran Want to Keep Fighting America
With much of their leadership killed in the war, Iran’s conservatives have sought to fill the void and intensify the fight against the United States.By Neil MacFarquhar
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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How Trump Failed to Secure the Strait of Hormuz in His Iran Deal
President Trump signed an agreement that Iran said gave it control of the waterway — and global energy supplies. Now, Iran’s military is violently asserting authority.By Edward Wong, Michael Crowley and Eric Schmitt
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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IranMiddle EastOmanStrait of HormuzTrump, Donald J

Zelensky Announces Leadership Shuffle as War Turns in Ukraine’s Favor
President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine’s prime minister, Yuliia Svyrydenko, would step down amid a broader shake-up in Ukraine’s senior leadership.By Andrew E. Kramer
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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Lindsey Graham Championed Israel, Even as Wars Eroded American Support
The Republican senator from South Carolina had an intense interest in the Middle East, and was a staunch supporter of U.S. strikes on Iran.By Aaron Boxerman
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa, Ruler Who Transformed Qatar, Dies at 74
Under Sheikh Hamad, the tiny nation of Qatar developed immense natural gas wealth and cultivated influence far beyond its borders.By Vivian Nereim
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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How Putin Turned Japan Into a Den of Spies
Operating out of a Tokyo high-rise, a military intelligence unit finds the high-tech equipment that Russia needs to wage war.By Jane Bradley, Michael Schwirtz and Adam Goldman
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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At World Cup Ticket Prices, Even Messi Can’t Fill a Stadium
The Argentine team and its superstar, Lionel Messi, have been among the biggest draws at the World Cup, but that was not enough to prevent vacant seats at its quarterfinal on Saturday.By Tariq Panja
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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As India Erases Its Colonial Past, Delhi’s Elite Feel Targeted
India’s government wants to shut down Delhi’s Gymkhana Club, which the prime minister calls a vestige of colonialism. Some members suspect a different motive.By Jeremy W. Peters, Pragati K.B. and Saumya Khandelwal
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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Inside Herat, Where a Taliban Campaign Targets a Cosmopolitan Outpost
Afghanistan’s leader has exerted full control over a city that once enjoyed looser social norms, even under Taliban rule.By Elian Peltier
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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Storm Causes Mass Evacuations, Floods and Flight Disruptions in China
Typhoon Bavi made landfall in China after killing 17 in the Philippines, skirting Japan and hitting Taiwan. At its largest, the storm was about the width of France.By Lily Kuo and Pei-Lin Wu
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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U.K. Police Make New Arrest in Killing of Ex-Lawmaker
A 28-year-old man was detained on Saturday in connection with the death of Ann Widdecombe, a former Parliament member, the police said. Another man arrested on Friday was later released.By Michael D. Shear
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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England and Norway Resurrect a Rivalry for the World Cup
Along with historic and diplomatic ties, England’s club soccer teams have loyal fans in Norway. On Saturday, supporters will have to pick a side.By Lynsey Chutel
Published on : Sat Jul 11 2026
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Japan Is Building a New Intelligence Agency With Help From the West
Facing threats from Russia and China, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is breaking with World War II-era limits on security.By Javier C. Hernández
Published on : Mon Jul 13 2026
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It’s the Scent of Manure to Most, but ‘the Smell of Money’ to Them
The Netherlands has been trying to figure out what to do with manure it can no longer use thanks to environmental rules. Volatile fertilizer costs may help.By Jeanna Smialek
Published on : Mon Jul 13 2026
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Fire in Bangkok Bar Leaves at Least 27 Dead
The fast-moving blaze sent people fleeing toward the bathrooms to hide, officials said. Their bodies were found there, raising questions about safety standards.By Kittiphum Sringammuang, Ephrat Livni and Muktita Suhartono
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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Bangkok (Thailand)

With Lindsey Graham Gone, Ukraine Loses an Ally in Trump’s Ear
The South Carolina Republican was Ukraine’s most influential champion inside President Trump’s mostly ”America First” political orbit.By Robert Jimison
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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Venezuela’s Post-Quake Politics
People are openly and forcefully voicing their anger at the government for the first time in years.By Katrin Bennhold
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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VenezuelaRubio, MarcoGraham, LindseyJagger, Mick

Here’s where strikes have taken place in recent days.
By Yan Zhuang, Aaron Boxerman and Zane Irwin
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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Here’s the latest.
By Eric Schmitt, Aaron Boxerman, Erica L. Green, Sanam Mahoozi and Hari Raj
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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Contrasts in War: Trump Sought an Exit. Putin Pushed On. Now Both Are Stuck.
The Iran and Ukraine wars underline the common limits of military force in achieving political ends, but also the differences between a dug-in Russian president and a vacillating American one.By Anton Troianovski and Paul Sonne
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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Trump, Donald JPutin, Vladimir V

Oil Prices Set for More Volatility After Latest Iranian Attack on Ship in Gulf
Crude oil prices jumped above prewar levels this week, demonstrating Iran’s capacity to move energy prices by projecting power in the Strait of Hormuz.By Jason Karaian
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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Toronto Police Search for Shooters After 2 Killed at Street Festival
The shooting disrupted a weekend Latino celebration where hundreds had gathered on Saturday evening.By Vjosa Isai
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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Toronto (Ontario)

Here’s a look at the heavy strikes in recent days.
By Zane Irwin
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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Here’s the latest.
By Pranav Baskar, Shirin Hakim, Aaron Boxerman and Yan Zhuang
Published on : Sun Jul 12 2026
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Videos Shed Light on Pursuit Before ICE Killing in Houston
Surveillance footage obtained by The Times shows ICE agents driving aggressively in unmarked vehicles, but the moment of the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo remains murky.By Robin Stein, Devon Lum, Sam Lerma, Mimi Dwyer, Alexander Cardia, Aric Toler, Dmitriy Khavin, Charlie Smart and Allison McCann
Published on : Sat Jul 11 2026
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Houston (Tex)Immigration and Customs Enforcement (US)Homeland Security DepartmentAraujo, Lorenzo Salgado

A Wildfire Killed 12 People in Southern Spain. Here’s the Latest.
Officials said more than 20 people were still missing because of the fire, one of the deadliest in Spain’s history. Most of those confirmed to have been killed were from Belgium or Britain.By Carlos Barragán and Lynsey Chutel
Published on : Sat Jul 11 2026
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Boat Carrying Tourists Capsizes in Vietnam, Killing 15
A speedboat was carrying 36 people when it overturned near the island of Phu Quoc in southern Vietnam. The other people onboard were rescued alive.By Isabella Kwai and Tung Ngo
Published on : Sat Jul 11 2026
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U.S. Strikes Iran After Iran Fires on Ship in Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s attack on a container ship came hours after a meeting between the foreign ministers of Iran and Oman about opening the strait to traffic.By Aaron Boxerman and Pranav Baskar
Published on : Sat Jul 11 2026
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Gravitational Pull
We think and dream and fuss and project entire worlds into existence. Meanwhile, the earth’s orbit continues and the sun goes on shining.By Melissa Kirsch
Published on : Sat Jul 11 2026
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Inside the Canadian Lab Burning Down Buildings to Save Them
At the national fire safety facility in Ottawa, scientists and engineers are increasingly focused on the threat from the forest.By Ian Austen
Published on : Sat Jul 11 2026
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Inside London’s Sweaty Scramble for Outdoor Swimming
In an ever hotter city, the competition for pools is fierce. Some swimmers are turning to ponds and canals, which come with their own problems.By Isabella Kwai and Jane Stockdale
Published on : Sat Jul 11 2026
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London (England)

Israel Struck an Iranian Steel Facility. Was It a Valid Military Target?
During the war, Israel attacked Iran’s steel plants, saying they provided forces with revenue and the means to make weapons, but it also hurt the civilian economy.By Yeganeh Torbati
Published on : Sat Jul 11 2026
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Man Arrested in Killing of U.K. Ex-Lawmaker Is Released
The police said the 26-year-old was no longer part of the investigation into the death of Ann Widdecombe and urged anyone with information about the crime to come forward.By Michael D. Shear
Published on : Sat Jul 11 2026
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Devon (England)EnglandGreat BritainReform UK (British Political Party)Widdecombe, Ann (1947-2026)

U.S. Citizen Tests Positive for Ebola in Democratic Republic of Congo
The American, who works for the humanitarian organization Samaritan’s Purse, is the second to be infected in an outbreak that continues to spread.By Declan Walsh and John Yoon
Published on : Sat Jul 11 2026
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‘They Don’t Need People’: The Workers Left Behind by China’s Robot Drive
For out-of-work factory workers in Kunshan, a region made rich by electronics manufacturing, a park is the only place to go.By Vivian Wang
Published on : Sat Jul 11 2026
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ChinaKunshan (China)

After Being Delayed by Trump, a Canada-U.S. Bridge Is Set to Open
A deal ended the Trump administration’s blocking of a new bridge that will ease congestion at the busiest trade corridor between the United States and Canada.By Ian Austen and Tyler Pager
Published on : Sat Jul 11 2026
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CanadaGordie Howe International Bridge (Detroit, Mich and Windsor, Ontario)Detroit (Mich)Windsor (Ontario)MichiganAmbassador BridgeTrump, Donald JMoroun, Matthew (1972- )