Israel defended the moves as necessary security measures, but Syria accused it of trying to destabilize the country.
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Israel Hits Syria With New Strikes and Ground Raid as Tensions Soar
Israel defended the moves as necessary security measures, but Syria accused it of trying to destabilize the country.
Israel Shifts Goal Posts in Gaza War
In pressing forward with its assault on the territory, Israel hopes to squeeze Hamas into releasing the remaining hostages. But other objectives have emerged.
Rubio Visits NATO Amid European Alarm Over Trump’s Agenda
The secretary of state’s trip comes amid an abrupt shift in relations between the United States and Europe after close cooperation during the Biden era.
Some Aid Workers Killed in Gaza Were Shot Multiple Times, Officials Say
The Palestinian Red Crescent Society said that nearly all of the 15 bodies recovered had gunshot wounds.
Myanmar Military Declares Temporary Truce After Earthquake
It was unclear whether the cease-fire would be honored. It came a day after soldiers fired at a Chinese Red Cross aid convoy, and amid multiple airstrikes.
China’s New Barges Reveal How it Might Try to Seize Taiwan
The barges, which link up to form a bridge, could give China a way to land large numbers of vehicles and troops on Taiwan, solving a major logistical problem.
China’s Military Drills Around Taiwan Are a Warning to Its President
The drills came after Taiwan’s president, Lai Ching-te, announced measures to counter China’s influence and espionage. Beijing also wants to send a message to Washington, analysts said.
China’s Military Exercises Around Taiwan Enter Second Day
The drills came after Taiwan’s president, Lai Ching-te, announced measures to counter China’s influence and espionage. Beijing also wants to send a message to Washington, analysts said.
Myanmar Quake Death Toll Tops 2,000 as Help is Slow for War-Torn Sagaing
As deaths mount, some volunteers complained of being blocked by Myanmar’s military from reaching a rebel stronghold that was badly hit.