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Dozens of Afghans Killed in a Possible U.S. Drone Strike and a Taliban Bombing
At least 50 Afghan civilians were killed Thursday, some in a drone strike blamed on the United States and others in a Taliban suicide bombing.
1894: Germany Arrests Russian Official Accused of Spying
A naval attaché was detained on suspicion of espionage, and a high-ranking police officer was sent to investigate.
Australia’s Toughest Question: How Close Is Too Close to China?
A furor involving the country’s first Chinese-born member of Parliament highlights the country’s struggle over where to draw the line on links to Beijing.
Iran, Brexit, Justin Trudeau: Your Thursday Briefing
Here’s what you need to know.
Security Dogs Sent to Jordan Have Died or Fallen Sick, Report Says
A federal report on a State Department antiterrorism program said at least 10 bomb-sniffing dogs had died of medical issues from 2008 to 2016.
Israel, China, Saudi Arabia: Your Thursday Briefing
Tracing China’s Twitter trolls.
Israel’s Arab Politicians Emerge With New Political Heft
A higher voter turnout translated into power for Israel’s Arab alliance, opening up possibilities for a more influential role in the political arena.
France Didn’t Ban Pesticides Near Towns. So Mayors Are Doing It Themselves.
A mayor banned pesticide use on the farms surrounding his village. Even though he was prosecuted for doing so, dozens of other mayors have followed his lead.
Britain’s Supreme Court Is Thrust Into Center of Brexit Debate
A case against Boris Johnson’s suspension of Parliament is testing Britain’s Supreme Court and its tradition of steering clear of political disputes.