Despite positive statements and international urging, neither of the warring parties accepted a U.S.-backed plan to halt the war in Gaza, let displaced Palestinians go home and free hostages.
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U.N. Passes Gaza Cease-Fire Resolution as Blinken Presses Israel and Hamas
The Security Council endorsed a U.S.-backed plan, while Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken visited the Middle East to lobby for it, but Hamas and Israel were noncommittal.
Deepfake of U.S. Official Appears After Shift on Ukraine Attacks in Russia
A manufactured video fabricated comments by the State Department spokesman, Matthew Miller.
Americans Raced to Get Their Families Out of Gaza. Then the Border Slammed Shut.
The closure this month of the Rafah border crossing into Egypt, the only way out for civilians, has thrown an already complicated system into disarray.
Security Warnings for Pride Month Events: What to Know
Citing the potential for terrorism, the State Department, F.B.I. and Department of Homeland Security urged those attending L.G.B.T.Q. events to be vigilant. Here’s what to know.
White House Considers Easing Sanctions on Israeli Billionaire
A deal to allow the Israeli billionaire Dan Gertler to cash out his mining positions in the Democratic Republic of Congo has enraged human rights activists and some government officials.
U.S. Army Soldier Is Detained in Russia
The soldier was apprehended in Vladivostok on charges of criminal misconduct, in a case that is likely to aggravate the contentious relationship between Moscow and Washington.
A New Diplomatic Strategy Emerges as Artificial Intelligence Grows
The new U.S. approach to cyberthreats comes as early optimism about a “global internet” connecting the world has been shattered.
Haiti’s Police Force Is ‘Begging for Help’ Against Ruthless Gangs
The United States is rushing support to Haiti’s depleted police force, which is awaiting international help as it tries to restore order and quell violence.
U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Chinese Companies for Aiding Russia’s War Effort
The penalties came after top Biden administration officials warned China not to help Moscow restock its arsenal to attack Ukraine.