The cease-fire went into effect on Wednesday, hours after 12 Afghan people died and 100 others were injured in fighting along the two countries’ border.
Category: War and Armed Conflicts
Syria’s New Leaders Are Talking to Russia, a Former Enemy
President Ahmed al-Shara is making his first trip to Moscow, which backed the regime his rebels overthrew. Both sides have reasons to put the past aside.
Syria’s New Leaders Are Talking to Russia, a Former Enemy
President Ahmed al-Shara is making his first trip to Moscow, which backed the regime his rebels overthrew. Both sides have reasons to put the past aside.
Inside Iran’s Museum of American Espionage
The enduring animosity between the United States and Iran is reflected inside the walls of the former U.S. embassy in Tehran, now turned into a museum of anti-American propaganda. U.S. involvement in the June Iran-Israel war has resurfaced that shared past.
How Trump’s Gaza Peace Plan Presents Hurdles for Israel and Hamas
Hamas released hostages and agreed to abide by a cease-fire, but persuading it to lay down its arms is another matter.
Israel Identifies 2 Bodies Handed Over by Hamas
The return of the remains of four former captives has spurred anger that more were not retrieved. The devastation to Gaza is likely to make the task especially hard.
For Israel, Hamas and Trump’s Peace Plan, Now Comes the Hard Part
Hamas released hostages and agreed to abide by a cease-fire, but persuading it to lay down its arms is another matter.
Trump Takes a Victory Lap, but Avoids Questions About What’s Next
Except for brief references, President Trump did not talk about what it would take to rebuild Gaza or the future of the Palestinian people.
Trump Takes a Victory Lap, but Avoids Questions About What’s Next
Except for brief references, President Trump did not talk about what it would take to rebuild Gaza or the future of the Palestinian people.
‘Real Progress’ Is Made in Delivering Aid to Gaza, U.N. Says
The cease-fire agreement reached last week contained stipulations for an increase of aid into the territory, where it had been sharply curtailed.
Why Now? The Lost Chances to Reach a Hostage Deal, and a Cease-Fire, Months Ago
On Gaza, President Trump put few, if any, guardrails on Israel’s offensive, bucking international demands for a cease-fire. Then he changed course.
Why Now? The Lost Chances to Reach a Hostage Deal, and a Cease-Fire, Months Ago
On Gaza, President Trump put few, if any, guardrails on Israel’s offensive, bucking international demands for a cease-fire. Then he changed course.
Why Now? The Lost Chances to Reach a Hostage Deal, and a Cease-Fire, Months Ago
On Gaza, President Trump put few, if any, guardrails on Israel’s offensive, bucking international demands for a cease-fire. Then he changed course.
Overnight Violence Between Afghanistan and Pakistan Threatens a Wider Conflict
Isolated confrontations have intensified over the past week into the sharpest escalation of violence between the two countries in years.
Dozens Killed in Strikes at Shelter in Besieged Sudanese City
Missiles struck as many people were asleep in classrooms converted into temporary shelters, a doctor said. Paramilitary forces have tightened their siege on El Fasher for over a year.
India and Taliban Expand Ties as Explosions Rock Afghan Capital
The agreement elevates relations to the highest level in years, but appeared to fall short of a formal recognition of Afghanistan’s Taliban government by New Delhi.
India and Taliban Expand Ties as Explosions Rock Afghan Capital
The agreement elevates relations to the highest level in years, but appeared to fall short of a formal recognition of Afghanistan’s Taliban government by New Delhi.
Israel-Hamas Deal Is Celebrated in Gaza, but Key Questions Remain Unanswered
There was widespread relief in the devastated territory after news emerged that the fighting may end, even though many details of the agreement have yet to be made clear.
Myanmar Military Paraglider Bombs Buddhist Festival, Killing Dozens
The junta targeted a festival in the Sagaing region where people were also protesting army rule, according to witnesses and the civilian government in exile.
In Syria, a Crackdown on Gunfire at Weddings
Marriages and other glad occasions in Syria are often celebrated by firing shots in the air. But after nearly 14 years of war, people want the guns to go silent.
In Syria, a Crackdown on Gunfire at Weddings
Marriages and other glad occasions in Syria are often celebrated by firing shots in the air. But after nearly 14 years of war, people want the guns to go silent.
In Syria, a Crackdown on Gunfire at Weddings
Marriages and other glad occasions in Syria are often celebrated by firing shots in the air. But after nearly 14 years of war, people want the guns to go silent.
Deadly Clashes Erupt Between Syrian Government Forces and Kurdish Fighters
Tensions have been building over government attempts to bring the Kurdish-led region in northeastern Syria under its authority. Kurdish leaders have so far resisted.
Feared Sudanese Warlord Found Guilty at The Hague for Crimes in Darfur
A former Janjaweed militia commander was the first person found guilty by the International Criminal Court for atrocities in Darfur two decades ago.
Deadly Clashes Erupt Between Syrian Government Forces and Kurdish Fighters
Tensions have been building over government attempts to bring the Kurdish-led region in northeastern Syria under its authority. Kurdish leaders have so far resisted.
Pope Leo to Visit Lebanon and Turkey
The choice signals that Pope Leo XIV aims to press for peace in the Middle East and show support for Christians in the region.
Pope Leo to Visit Lebanon and Turkey
The choice signals that Pope Leo XIV aims to press for peace in the Middle East and show support for Christians in the region.
Syria Chooses a Parliament of Revolutionaries
In the first elections since the Assad regime was ousted, there was no popular vote and women and minorities won few seats. Still, many Syrians saw it as progress toward ending authoritarian rule.
Syria Chooses a Parliament of Revolutionaries
In the first elections since the Assad regime was ousted, there was no popular vote and women and minorities won few seats. Still, many Syrians saw it as progress toward ending authoritarian rule.
Syria Chooses a Parliament of Revolutionaries
In the first elections since the Assad regime was ousted, there was no popular vote and women and minorities won few seats. Still, many Syrians saw it as progress toward ending authoritarian rule.
Pakistan Fights Its Fiercest Taliban Insurgency in a Decade
Pakistan uprooted the Taliban with U.S. help in the 2010s. But the insurgency has resurfaced with assistance from the Afghan Taliban.
Pakistan Fights Its Fiercest Taliban Insurgency in a Decade
Pakistan uprooted the Taliban with U.S. help in the 2010s. But the insurgency has resurfaced with assistance from the Afghan Taliban.
Amid the Gaza War, Israel Is More Divided and Isolated Than Ever
The longest war of an endless Israeli-Palestinian conflict has come to challenge Israel’s own image and understanding of itself.
Amid the Gaza War, Israel Is More Divided and Isolated Than Ever
The longest war of an endless Israeli-Palestinian conflict has come to challenge Israel’s own image and understanding of itself.
Amid the Gaza War, Israel Is More Divided and Isolated Than Ever
The longest war of an endless Israeli-Palestinian conflict has come to challenge Israel’s own image and understanding of itself.
