
Live Updates: Iran and Israel Pull Back After Exchange of Attacks
Iran signaled that it had concluded its latest strikes against Israel. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu refrained from another attack under pressure from President Trump, a U.S. and two Israeli officials said.Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026

A ‘Miraculous Transformation’: How Kim Jong-un Fortified North Korea
He used the pandemic to ruthlessly tighten his grip on the country. Then he energized its economy by leveraging Russia’s war in Ukraine.By Choe Sang-Hun
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
worldasia
North KoreaRussiaChinaWorkers' Party of KoreaKim Jong-unKo Yong-hui

Artisanal or Exploitative? Unraveling the Story of Mexico’s World Cup Jerseys
Mexicans are enraged after viral videos claimed Adidas exploited Indigenous women to sew World Cup jerseys. We traveled into the mountains to speak to the artisans themselves.By Jack Nicas and Luis Antonio Rojas
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
worldamericas
Mexicoadidas AG

At Least 32 Dead After Earthquake and Landslide in the Philippines
A 7.8-magnitude quake struck off the island of Mindanao, causing widespread destruction and a deadly landslide. More than 100 others were injured and tens of thousands displaced.By Jason Gutierrez, Aie Balagtas See and Sui-Lee Wee
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
worldasia
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Armenia’s Prime Minister Declares Victory in Race Shadowed by Russia
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan overcame a pressure campaign by Moscow and was on track to win a mandate to move ahead on peace talks that President Trump helped broker.By Paul Sonne
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
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ArmeniaRussiaNagorno-KarabakhAzerbaijanEuropean UnionPashinyan, NikolPutin, Vladimir V

The 15-Hour Fight With Iran Showed the Bind Israel Is In
As it braces for a possible U.S.-Iranian peace deal, Israel now knows that if it responds forcefully to attacks by Hezbollah, Iran may strike Israel with missiles.By David M. Halbfinger
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
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China Reasserts Itself, to Contain North Korea’s Tilt Toward Russia
On a rare visit to North Korea, China’s leader, Xi Jinping, projected unity but also sought to remind Kim Jong-un that he is the senior partner in their alliance.By David Pierson and Choe Sang-Hun
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
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U.S. Judge Reverses Decision on Colombian Woman Deported to Congo
The judge had previously ruled that the woman had been improperly deported by the Trump administration and had ordered her returned to the United States.By Pranav Baskar
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
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Searching for Shade When It’s 125 Degrees
Every season brings a new struggle for people in Dadu District, Pakistan, an area prone to sandstorms, drought and flooding.By Zia ur-Rehman and Asim Hafeez
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
worldasia
Dadu (Pakistan)

One Is the Pope, the Other an Atheist. They Both Oppose Trump.
Pope Leo XIV and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez of Spain, who met on Monday, have recently clashed with President Trump. Their motivations, however, may be different.By Jason Horowitz
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
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SpainRoman Catholic ChurchLeo XIVSanchez Perez-Castejon, Pedro (1972- )Trump, Donald J

After Months of War, Iranians Sink Into Disillusionment and Despair
An imploding economy is causing hopelessness among both pro- and anti-government Iranians. And for those who wished for regime change, the letdown is palpable.By Farnaz Fassihi
Published on : Sun Jun 07 2026
worldmiddleeast
IranAhmadinejad, MahmoudTrump, Donald J

Dead Heat in Peru’s Presidential Race May Delay Results for Weeks
The runoff pit a leftist seeking to win over undecided centrists against a right-winger with a tough-on-crime sales pitch.By Genevieve Glatsky and Mitra Taj
Published on : Sun Jun 07 2026
worldamericas
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Israel Bombs Beirut Outskirts as Fighting With Hezbollah Escalates
U.S. efforts for a truce in Lebanon appear to have stalled. Israel accused Hezbollah of firing at Israeli territory. Iran swiftly retaliated.By Aaron Boxerman
Published on : Sun Jun 07 2026
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Mexico City’s Airport Got a Makeover for the World Cup. What Happens After?
The nearly 100-year-old airport has undergone a rapid $500 million renovation. But experts say it’s not enough.By James Wagner and Luis Antonio Rojas
Published on : Sun Jun 07 2026
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Patrick Bruel, French Singer, Is Taken Into Custody Over Sex Assault Claims
Mr. Bruel, long a beloved celebrity in France, has denied allegations raised by 13 women dating to 1997.By Claire Moses and Ségolène Le Stradic
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
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Iran-Israel Escalation Ignited in Lebanon, Which Is Trapped in Their Conflict
The power struggle between Iran and Israel to define the new rules of the Middle East plays out in Lebanon, which the other two countries have used to pursue their own ends.By Aaron Boxerman
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
worldmiddleeast
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Are U.S. and Israel on the Same Page in Mideast Wars?
President Trump has voiced his frustration with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, but it is not clear how able he is to rein in Israeli military action.By Lara Jakes
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
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LebanonIranIsraelHezbollahNetanyahu, BenjaminTrump, Donald J

Welcome to the Era of Me-First Energy
The Iran war is pushing countries to prioritize domestic energy in order to protect themselves from volatile oil and natural gas markets.By Rebecca F. Elliott
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
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Houthis Threaten to Widen Iran War by Blocking Israeli Shipping in Red Sea
The Yemeni militia group, which is backed by Iran, said it would impose a partial blockade in the waterway, a move that would further strangle supply routes and aggravate the conflict in the Mideast.By Shuaib Almosawa and Vivian Nereim
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
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After new attacks, Israelis lament a ‘never-ending loop of war.’
By Adam Rasgon
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
worldmiddleeast
Beirut (Lebanon)Dahiya (Lebanon)Israel

Why Iran Risked an Attack on Israel
Iran’s leaders want to show they are serious about defending their Hezbollah allies in Lebanon and maintaining the regional balance of power, analysts say.By Erika Solomon
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
worldmiddleeast
IranIsraelUnited StatesMiddle EastHezbollahTrump, Donald J

What to Know About Mahshahr, the Iranian Petrochemical Complex That Israel Targeted
The facility makes materials that Iran says are for civilian uses, but that Israel argues are also deployed in military applications.By Leo Sands
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
worldmiddleeast
IranMahshahr (Iran)Persian Gulf

No Calm for Tehran’s Residents as Iran-Israel Fighting Resumes
As explosions sounded in the Iranian capital, people frantically checked phones and social media to see whether they were under attack again.By Farnaz Fassihi
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
worldmiddleeast
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Here’s the latest.
By Aaron Boxerman, Farnaz Fassihi, Ronen Bergman, Maggie Haberman and Max Bearak
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
worldmiddleeast

Maps: 7.8-Magnitude Earthquake Near the Philippines Raises Tsunami Alerts
View the location of the quake’s epicenter and shake area.By William B. Davis, Madison Dong, Judson Jones, John Keefe, Joey K. Lee and Bea Malsky
Published on : Mon Jun 08 2026
world
IndonesiaPhilippinesGuamMalaysiaMindanao (Philippines)

A Voice for Ukraine’s Soldiers
Meet the rights defender charged with protecting the country’s fighters — not from Russia, but from abuses by their own commanders.By Katrin Bennhold
Published on : Sun Jun 07 2026
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Here’s the latest.
By David M. Halbfinger and Katie Rogers
Published on : Sun Jun 07 2026
worldmiddleeast

Tribeca Festival Denounces Pair Who Joked on the Red Carpet About Rape
A clip of the actor Elon Gold with Lizzy Savetsky, a social media influencer, at the premiere of “The Wedding Entertainer” has been circulating online.By Claire Moses and Johnny Diaz
Published on : Sun Jun 07 2026
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Iran Fires Missiles at Israel for First Time Since April Cease-Fire
Israel had struck the outskirts of the Lebanese capital, Beirut, earlier on Sunday, prompting Iran to retaliate.By Aaron Boxerman
Published on : Sun Jun 07 2026
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IranIsraelLebanonHezbollah

Ukraine Turns to Europe as U.S. Steps Back as Mediator in Peace Talks
President Volodymyr Zelensky traveled to London to meet with the leaders of Britain, Germany and France, who he said could be negotiators in talks with Russia.By Constant Méheut
Published on : Sun Jun 07 2026
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Map: 5.2-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Greece
View the location of the quake’s epicenter and shake area.By William B. Davis, Madison Dong, Judson Jones, John Keefe, Joey K. Lee and Bea Malsky
Published on : Sun Jun 07 2026
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Greece

Arab Gunman Kills One in Attack on Central Israel
The assailant, an Arab citizen of Israel, was killed. Hamas, the Palestinian militant group, praised the shooting, but it did not claim responsibility.By Isabel Kershner
Published on : Sun Jun 07 2026
worldmiddleeast
Israel

Trump Says Iran Has Made a ‘Big’ Nuclear Promise. It Isn’t New.
President Trump’s boasts of securing a commitment from Iranian leaders not to develop a nuclear weapon have puzzled nuclear experts who note that Tehran has made that pledge for more than 50 years.By Michael Crowley
Published on : Sun Jun 07 2026
uspolitics
IranTrump, Donald J

Americans Love Soccer Stars Who Aren’t Made in America
The United States has gone wild over foreign-born players on several occasions. Now the largest World Cup ever is arriving.By Emmanuel Morgan
Published on : Sun Jun 07 2026
arts
Inter Miami (Soccer Team)Los Angeles Galaxy (Soccer Team)New York Cosmos (Soccer Team)Beckham, DavidMessi, LionelPele (1940- )