As C.I.A. director, William J. Burns was deeply focused on China and Russia when the Middle East conflict plunged him back into his old life.
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Poland’s Leader Suggests Russian Hand in Plot to Attack Western Cargo Planes
“I can only confirm that Russia planned acts of air terror, not just against Poland but against airlines across the globe,” said Poland’s prime minister, Donald Tusk.
Biden Aides Warned Putin as Russia’s Shadow War Threatened Air Disaster
The White House scrambled to get a message to President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia last year after U.S. intelligence agencies said a Russian military unit was preparing to send explosive packages on cargo planes.
4 Reasons China Meddles in Local U.S. Politics
American intelligence agencies have warned of influence operations targeting city halls and statehouses. But what’s in it for Beijing?
Israel’s Peace Talks in Gaza and Lebanon: What to Know
Complex negotiations involving several players are proceeding on two separate but related tracks.
U.S. ‘Fusion Cells’ Assist in Israel’s Hunt for Hamas Leaders
American commandos and intelligence officers began helping Israel soon after the Oct. 7 attacks last year.
Yes, Ambassadors Can Get Away With Murder
Diplomatic immunity is one of the oldest and most respected rules of international law.
Yes, Ambassadors Can Get Away With Murder
Diplomatic immunity is one of the oldest and most respected rules of international law.
Hezbollah’s Military Capability: What We Know
The Iran-backed militants have perhaps the largest arsenal of any armed group in the world, excluding governments, experts say.
C.I.A. and MI6 Chiefs Discuss Ukraine’s Incursion Into Russia and Gaza War
Appearing together publicly for the first time in the history of their agencies, the heads of the U.S. and British intelligence services discussed Ukraine’s incursion into Russia and the war in Gaza.