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In Poland’s Presidential Election Runoff, Candidates Battle for Young Voters Who Don’t Like Them

A runoff election on Sunday pits a centrist against a nationalist who represent mainstream parties. The outcome is unclear given that many under 30 prefer candidates on the political fringes.

Macron Says Israel Can’t Have ‘Free Pass’ in Gaza

A series of exchanges marked a new low point in the relationship between France and Israel, which accused the French president of “a crusade against the Jewish state.”

It’s Still South by Southwest, but This Time It’s in London

The music, tech and film festival, long known for being in Austin, Texas, expands to Europe for the first time.

Paul Doyle, 53, Appears in Court Over Liverpool FC Parade Crash

Paul Doyle is accused of deliberately driving his vehicle into crowds in Liverpool, northwestern England, injuring 79 people, including four children.

Ukraine Accuses Russia of Stalling Peace Negotiations

Both Kyiv and Moscow have been maneuvering to set the terms and tempo of any talks to end the fighting.

Russell Brand Pleads Not Guilty to Rape and Sexual Assault Charges

The comedian, actor and YouTuber is now scheduled to face a trial in June 2026.

A Ukrainian Girl Struggles to Survive Her Country’s War and Her Own

Margaryta Karpova, 12, escaped her village in eastern Ukraine just before Russian troops overran it. But her fight was only beginning.

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New U.S. Envoy Makes First and Symbolic Trip to Syria

Thomas Barrack raised the American flag over the U.S. ambassador’s residence in Damascus, amid broader efforts by the Trump administration to improve ties.

British Man Faces 7 Charges Over Liverpool Parade Car Crash

Paul Doyle, 53, was accused of dangerous driving and other assault charges after almost 80 people were injured when a vehicle plowed into a crowd at a soccer parade.

After Court Blocks Trump’s Tariffs, America’s Trading Partners Weigh Next Moves

President Trump’s threat to impose big charges — including 50 percent on the European Union — was in question after judges blocked his across-the-board levies.

Trump’s Embrace of Putin Shows Few Results

The American president’s preference for praising and excusing the Russian leader has yielded no progress toward peace in Ukraine.

Russia Appears to Launch New Offensive in Ukraine Amid Peace Talks

Moscow’s dual campaign of intensified frontline attacks and bombardment of Ukrainian cities has further reduced the prospects for an end to the fighting.

Thursday Briefing

Mounting criticism of Israel.

UK Weighs Sanctions on 2 Israeli Ministers as Gaza Crisis Worsens

Facing rising pressure over the acute suffering of civilians in Gaza, the British government is considering sanctions on two far-right ministers, Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich.

Glacier Collapse in the Swiss Alps Destroys Most of a Village

At least one person was missing after a landslide wiped out 90 percent of Blatten, which was home to roughly 300 residents who were evacuated on May 19.

Mount Everest’s Record-Setting Sherpa Sees a Future of Snowless Mountains and Fewer Guides

Kami Rita Sherpa scaled Mount Everest for the 31st time on Tuesday. We spoke to him about what is next for the mountain.

German Court Dismisses Climate Lawsuit Against RWE

The judges ruled that German civil law could be used to hold companies accountable for the worldwide effects of their emissions.