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Corruption Trial of French-Israeli Tycoon Begins in Switzerland
Swiss prosecutors have accused the billionaire Beny Steinmetz of securing lucrative mining deals in the West African country of Guinea with bribes. Mr. Steinmetz has denied the charges.
Trump Gave W.H.O. a List of Demands. Hours Later, He Walked Away.
When President Trump quit the health organization, he left a list of seven demands on the table. Here they are.
Lebanon Faces Humanitarian Crisis After Beirut Explosion, U.N. Says
The United Nations warning came as President Michel Aoun said the investigation into the deadly explosion in Beirut would examine if “external interference” played a role.
A Mile-Long Line for Free Food in Geneva, One of World’s Richest Cities
The Swiss city is best known for bankers, watchmakers and U.N. officials. But the virus has forced thousands from Geneva’s underclass to line up for hours for food aid.
W.H.O. Members Reject Trump’s Demands but Agree to Study Its Virus Response
The outcome left the United States isolated as officials from China, Russia and the European Union chided Mr. Trump over his heated threats.
W.T.O. Chief Quits Suddenly, Adding to Global Turmoil
Roberto Azevêdo, director-general of the World Trade Organization, has been a proponent of international cooperation, putting him at odds with the Trump administration.
South Sudan’s Feuding Leaders Announce Unity Deal, Amid War Crimes Report
After seven years of civil war, the president of South Sudan and his chief foe said they had agreed to form a government, just as the United Nations released a report documenting the war’s toll.
U.N. Asks for Record Funds for Aid Programs
Citing wars and the effects of climate change that have produced a flood of refugees, the agency is seeking nearly $30 billion for humanitarian relief in 2020.
Syria Peace Talks to Open After a Long, Strange Month
A United States pullout, a Turkish invasion and a newly strengthened Syrian leader have reshaped the board for negotiations in Geneva.