Israelis Don’t Feel Much Like Victors in War With Iran

The regime in Iran has not changed and the nuclear and missile threats have not been eliminated, leaving many Israelis to wonder what this was all for.Activists held posters of war victims from around the region during a protest in Tel Aviv on Saturday.

D David M. Halbfinger

Pope Leo Heads to Africa to Meet the Future of Catholicism

On a four-country tour of the continent, where the faith is growing faster than anywhere else, the pontiff will be greeted by enthusiastic crowds and authoritarian leaders.Pope Leo XIV in November in Istanbul. On that visit, the pope engaged in interfaith dialogue, and similar discussions may come u

M Motoko Rich

Which Four Countries Pope Leo Is Visiting in Africa, and Why

The pontiff’s journey to the world’s poorest continent will demonstrate his urgent focus on the most vulnerable members of the Church.Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican last month. His 10-day trip to Africa begins on Monday and includes visits to Algeria, Angola, Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea.

M Motoko Rich

Defeat of Orban Removes Ukraine’s Biggest Nemesis in Europe

The Hungarian leader’s pro-Moscow tilt cemented his reputation in Kyiv as a spoiler. Now, Ukraine hopes a 90 billion euro loan he blocked will be disbursed.Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary addressed supporters in Budapest on Sunday. He has conceded defeat in a general election.

C Constant Méheut

4 Takeaways From Orban’s Defeat in Hungary’s Election

Economics and unhappiness with endemic corruption helped Peter Magyar, the challenger, secure victory. A visit by the U.S. vice president in support of Mr. Orban didn’t change things.Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary, center, at an election event for his political party, Fidesz, on Sunday.

L Lara Jakes

California Democrats Rushed to Back Eric Swalwell — and Quickly Abandoned Him

Representative Eric Swalwell, a Washington figure, was largely unknown in the California State Capitol. But influential groups began backing him for governor in the weeks before he was publicly accused of sexual assault.Representative Eric Swalwell is facing calls to resign after he was publicly acc

L Laurel Rosenhall

Mamdani Returns to the Stage to Tell the Story of His First 100 Days

Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivered his 100-day address at a concert venue in Queens. He highlighted his accomplishments and was joined by a not-so-surprising guest.“With what we’ve accomplished in 14 weeks, imagine what we can do together in four years,” Mayor Zohran Mamdani said.

D Dana Rubinstein and Olivia Bensimon

Mamdani Plans to Open City-Owned Grocery Store in East Harlem

Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced plans for a city-owned grocery store at La Marqueta, moving to deliver on a campaign pledge.La Marqueta, a marketplace under elevated train tracks, once covered five city blocks and had many vendors, but now hosts just a few.

E Emma G. Fitzsimmons

How 6 People in New York City Are Coping With Higher Costs

Surging inflation and rising prices have some people re-evaluating date nights and how much of their splurges they can share with friends.People in New York City said they were cutting back in different ways as higher costs for essentials and fun increase at the same time.

C Claire Fahy and Vincent Alban

‘The Strangest Sleepover Ever’: Dutch Skeptical as Their Royals Visit Trump

The Dutch king and queen are set to stay at the White House on Monday night. At a time of trans-Atlantic tension, the Netherlands isn’t sure how it feels about that.King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands are headed to Washington this week to meet with President Trump.

K Koba Ryckewaert and Jeanna Smialek

To Fill Drone Force Ranks, Russia Targets a New Demographic: Students

Recruitment sessions have taken place at hundreds of universities and colleges across the country.A billboard promoting contract military service in the Russian army’s unmanned systems forces, in St. Petersburg, Russia, in January. Recruiters have been recruiting Russian university students as drone

M Milana Mazaeva, Nataliya Vasilyeva and Paul Sonne

Aiming at China, Malaysia Puts New Restrictions on Electric Cars

A policy move by Malaysia was a tacit acknowledgment of China’s dominance in the global market and the power of its automakers to keep prices low.An electric car made by Perodua, a Malaysian automaker, at a launch event in Kuala Lumpur in December.

Z Zunaira Saieed

Following the Footsteps of Prince in Minneapolis

This year is the 10th anniversary of the artist’s death. We made a pilgrimage to the city where he lived and worked.For fans of Prince, Minneapolis, the artist’s hometown, is an essential destination. Above, a mural of Prince, painted in 2022 by the street artist Hiero Veiga, in downtown Minneapolis

D David Farley