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Tag: International Relations
France Suggests It Would Not Immediately Arrest Netanyahu Despite I.C.C. Warrant
The Foreign Ministry did not say outright that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel would be free to travel to France, but it argued that an I.C.C. rule on immunity may apply to him.
Will Lebanon Deal Break Gaza Deadlock? Experts Doubt It
Hamas is unlikely to compromise in Gaza, despite the decision by its ally, Hezbollah, to stop fighting. A deal in Gaza would also be harder for Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister.
Namibia Election: What to Know
Voters head to the polls on Wednesday in the latest test for one of southern Africa’s liberation parties, which have been rebuked at the ballot box this year.
Trump’s Tariff Threat Pits Canada Against Mexico
The president-elect’s opening salvo in trade and border talks with the United States’ neighbors is casting a harsh light on the North American alliance.
Intense Israeli Airstrikes Send People Fleeing Beirut in Panic
The attack struck in the heart of the Lebanese capital after a series of evacuation warnings — the first for the city center during the war.
Here are the latest developments.
Under the deal, both sides will first observe a 60-day truce, during which Israel will withdraw from Lebanon and Hezbollah will move its fighters north.
Blinken and U.S. Allies Struggle with Wars as Biden’s Presidency Wanes
Top diplomats from the Group of 7 nations tried to project unity on Ukraine while discussing differences over Israel and anticipating the return of Donald J. Trump.
Colombia and Venezuela Have a Beef: Who Owns the, or Makes the Best, Arepa?
Both countries claim the cornbread as their own. But where does it really come from? And who makes it better?
Surge of Gang Violence in Haiti Leads U.N. Workers to Flee
A surge in gang violence over the past two weeks has led international aid organizations to rethink their staff levels in Haiti.