For 18 months, Hamas has pushed for a permanent truce while Israel has held out for a temporary one. That wide gap has stymied efforts to end the war.
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Bangladesh’s Ousted Leader Sheikh Hasina Faces New Arrest Warrant
The war crimes tribunal that Sheikh Hasina herself founded has now charged her in the crackdown that killed well more than a thousand demonstrators.
China Rejects Trump’s Accusation That It Violated Trade Truce
In response to President Trump’s claim, China said the United States was the one introducing a series of “discriminatory restrictive measures.”
South Korea’s New President Will Lead A Country More Divided Than Ever
The next president will face daunting challenges to heal a polarized nation and bring stability after months of political turmoil.
Bulletproof Vests and Glass: South Korean Candidate Tightens Security
After being stabbed last year, the leading presidential contender, Lee Jae-myung, is taking no chances. His main rival says he doesn’t need such protection.
Ukraine and Russia to Meet for Second Round of Talks
After more than three years of war, Russia and Ukraine are engaged in direct and public talks to end the fighting, but their positions remain far apart.
She Crowdfunded Surgery to Repair Damage From Genital Cutting
Shamsa Sharawe made her name campaigning against female genital cutting. Then she heard about surgery to rebuild what had been taken from her.
Poland Elects Karol Nawrocki as President
The victory of Karol Nawrocki, who is backed by the previous right-wing governing party, will complicate Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s efforts to advance his liberal agenda.
Reform to begin Musk-style audits of councils
Reform says a team lead by an as-yet unnamed tech entrepreneur will review council spending in Kent.
Trump-backed candidate wins Poland’s presidential election
What does Poland’s presidential election result mean for the country’s place in Europe and the world? NPR’s Steve Inskeep asks Polish political analyst Andrzej Bobinski.