U.N. agency says six of its staff among those killed in Israeli strikes

The workers were killed when two airstrikes hit a Gaza refugee camp, said UNRWA, the U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees. Israel said it was targeting Hamas militants.

By Frances VinallSeptember 12, 2024

Which countries have suspended or restricted arms sales to Israel?

The U.K. is the latest country to suspend some weapons exports, amid scrutiny over military aid to Israel as the war in Gaza nears the one-year mark.

By Niha Masih and Leo SandsSeptember 11, 2024

Amid Gaza talks, U.S. releases $1.3 billion in military aid to Egypt

The Biden administration had previously withheld some annual funding from Egypt amid scrutiny of its human rights record.

By Missy Ryan and Abigail HauslohnerSeptember 11, 2024
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New video, witnesses challenge Israel’s account of U.S. activist’s killing

The IDF said Aysenur Eygi was shot “unintentionally” during a “violent riot.” A Post analysis shows clashes had subsided and protesters had retreated.

By Miriam Berger, Loveday Morris, Meg Kelly, Jarrett Ley and Sufian TahaSeptember 11, 2024

Biden ‘outraged’ by U.S. activist’s death; Israel kills dozens in Gaza strikes

Israel carried out at least four airstrikes in Gaza and mounted raids in two West Bank villages.

By Francesca Ebel, Leo Sands and Heba Farouk MahfouzSeptember 11, 2024

As U.S. and Ukraine debate arms restrictions, Blinken visits Kyiv

Kyiv’s attempt to sway the Biden administration comes as Ukraine has faced heavy bombardment from Russia in recent days — especially on its power sector.

By Michael Birnbaum, Siobhán O'Grady and Ellen FrancisSeptember 11, 2024

Trump debate claims about German energy policy are wrong, says Berlin

“We are shutting down — not building — coal and nuclear plants,” Germany’s Foreign Ministry said on social media in response to Trump’s debate comments.

By Kate BradySeptember 11, 2024

House GOP maneuvers to portray Democrats as weak on China

With its “China Week” blitz of legislation, the House GOP seeks to bolster the party’s foreign policy credentials ahead of November’s election.

By Abigail Hauslohner, Cate Cadell and Marianna SotomayorSeptember 11, 2024

Global outlets pick apart debate, with many saying Harris came out on top

Reactions to the Trump-Harris debate showed how closely countries are watching for signs of how November’s presidential election could affect their U.S. ties.

By Adela SulimanSeptember 11, 2024

Meet Margarita Simonyan, queen of Russia’s covert information wars

While the Kremlin has denied U.S. accusations of information operations, Simonyan proudly admits that her work is at the behest of the Russian government.

By Robyn DixonSeptember 11, 2024

Mexican lawmakers flee protesters, pass contentious judges law

The constitutional amendment would give citizens the power to choose nearly all judges. Diplomats, business leaders and legal scholars have expressed alarm.

By Mary Beth SheridanSeptember 11, 2024

How Harris and Trump answered foreign policy questions during the debate

Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump debated China ties, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the war in Gaza and the exit from Afghanistan.

By Rachel Pannett, Niha Masih and Kelly Kasulis ChoSeptember 11, 2024

Afghan women endure draconian Taliban, 23 years after 9/11

The plight of Afghanistan’s women in 2024 provides a grim coda to the saga of the U.S.’s role in the country since 2001. It’s a tale of tragedy and hubris, misadventures and corruption, and — in the final, bleak reckoning — a tale of failure.

By Ishaan TharoorSeptember 11, 2024

U.S. demands IDF change West Bank operations after American’s killing

Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s comments were the strongest yet from a U.S. official after the Israeli military said it was “highly likely” it “unintentionally” killed Aysenur Eygi.

By Karen DeYoung, Michael Birnbaum and Loveday MorrisSeptember 10, 2024

Israeli strike kills 19 in Gaza humanitarian area, health officials say

Gazan authorities reported deaths after missiles struck Mawasi, a safe zone designated for displaced people. The IDF said it was targeting Hamas militants.

By Francesca Ebel, Kelly Kasulis Cho, Hajar Harb, Jennifer Hassan and Hazem Balousha September 10, 2024

U.S. accuses Iran of sending ballistic missiles to Russia

Tehran has sent missiles to Russia, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said, escalating the conflict in Ukraine and exacerbating tensions with the West.

By Michael Birnbaum and Siobhán O'GradySeptember 10, 2024

Man accused of setting Olympic runner on fire also dies of burns, hospital says

A hospital in Kenya said Dickson Ndiema, the ex-boyfriend of runner Rebecca Cheptegei, died of burns sustained during his alleged fire attack after the Paris Olympics.

By Annabelle Timsit, Katharine Houreld and Rael OmbuorSeptember 10, 2024

Apple, Google must pay billions in back taxes and fines, E.U. court rules

The European Court of Justice said Apple must repay about $14.35 billion after reaping illegal tax benefits in Ireland and backed a $2.65 billion antitrust fine on Google.

By Ellen Francis and Cat ZakrzewskiSeptember 10, 2024

Dozens dead after Typhoon Yagi makes landfall in Vietnam

Dozens of people were dead or missing after Typhoon Yagi struck, triggering heavy rains and landslides. A steel bridge collapsed as a result of the flooding.

By Leo SandsSeptember 10, 2024

Ukraine launches largest drone attack yet on Moscow, killing 1, Russia says

Russia’s Defense Ministry said at least 140 drones were launched against targets across the country but most were shot down, including 14 in Moscow itself.

By Robyn DixonSeptember 10, 2024