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The Long Isolation of Syria’s al-Assad Is Over
President Bashar al-Assad was shunned over atrocities committed in Syria’s civil war, but on Friday he is expected to join…
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African leaders plan ‘peace mission’ to Russia and Ukraine.
JOHANNESBURG — As South Africa faces increasing pressure over its close ties to Russia, the country’s president, Cyril Ramaphosa, said…
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On Muted War Holiday, Putin Tries to Justify Invasion of Ukraine
With Russia struggling on the battlefield, Vladimir V. Putin presided over a scaled-down celebration of the Soviet Union’s victory in…
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What is Victory Day in Russia, and why is it so significant?
Victory Day, celebrating the Soviet Union’s vanquishing of Nazi Germany in 1945, is Russia’s most important secular holiday, although it…
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The Dnipro River, Axis of Life and Death in Ukraine
The thunder of artillery echoes night and day over the mighty Dnipro River as it winds its way through southern…
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Seeing Opportunities, World Powers Take Sides in Sudan War
Even before its two leading generals went to war last week, “everyone wanted a chunk of Sudan,” an expert said…
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Macron Wraps Up China Visit, but Little Progress Seen on War
Russia’s war in Ukraine figured little in statements after meetings between President Emmanuel Macron of France and China’s leader, Xi…
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Zelensky Gets Hero’s Welcome in Poland, Cementing Ukraine’s Ties
Polish leaders backed Ukraine’s bid for NATO membership, but even without that, Russia’s invasion is making the alliance’s eastern flank…
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Your Thursday Briefing: Diplomatic Visits Highlight Tension With China
Also, what’s next for Donald Trump and Israeli police raid a Jerusalem mosque.
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Strange Days at the U.N. as Russia Takes the Helm of the Security Council
The monthlong presidency of an organization dedicated to preserving world peace is now in the hand of a nation waging…
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