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Mourners Chant ‘Revenge’ at Funeral Prayers for Iran’s Slain Supreme Leader

ABDI LATIF DAHIR

On the second day of public mourning for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in February, there was still no sign of his son and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei.

Israel’s Government Threatens to Ignore a Top Court Ruling

AARON BOXERMAN AND JOHNATAN REISS

A resolution by the country’s cabinet escalated a long-running conflict between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the country’s judiciary. A senior government official later walked that back.

As Xi Looks to Extend His Rule, He Leans on a Longtime Ally

CHRIS BUCKLEY

Xi Jinping is preparing to extend his rule as China’s leader and bring fresh blood into the Communist Party elite. Cai Qi is the man he’s tasking to help.

Can Iran Keep Its Edge?

KATRIN BENNHOLD

Closing the Strait of Hormuz was a huge source of leverage during the war. But playing the same card over and over is risky.

A global hub for fake luxury goods, Vietnam cracks down on its black market

The Trump administration wants Vietnam to stamp out its booming counterfeit industry. Locals are divided.

Marine Le Pen appeal verdict: Why this moment matters for France

The leader of France's National Rally leads the opinion polls ahead of the 2027 presidential election and will now find out if she can stand.

The African fishermen who blame Chinese trawlers for their woes

Fishing crews in Sierra Leone say large Chinese ships are illegally hoovering up stocks.

Far From Kyiv and Moscow, Soldiers Stalk Ruins and Evade Drones on the Front

CARLOTTA GALL AND STANISLAV KOZLIUK

Ukraine’s military has denied a Kremlin claim to have taken a city in the eastern Donetsk region, saying its troops are holding out against infiltrating Russians.

Rebel Catholics Defy Vatican’s Calls to Return to Mainstream Church

ELISABETTA POVOLEDO

The Vatican has excommunicated the priesthood of a rebel Catholic faction. Many of the priests’ followers have refused to renounce them.

Dior dress, Adam Sandler and a man of honour: What we know about Taylor and Travis's wedding

The couple tied the knot in New York on Friday, after months of speculation about when, where and how it would happen.

Bangladesh courts China even as ties with India improve

Relations between Dhaka and Delhi, that turned frosty under the interim government, are on the mend.

First American Woman Rows Solo From California to Hawaii

EVAN GORELICK

Kelsey Pfendler, a Grand Canyon river-rafting guide, completed the journey of more than 2,300 miles in a rowboat named Lily in just under 44 days, according to data from the Ocean Rowing Society International.

Australia probes mystery space balls that washed up on beach

Officials are searching for the origins of six pieces of space debris discovered on Forrest Beach in Queensland.

Australian PM apologises for 'inappropriate' comments about Kylie Minogue

Albanese has apologised 'unequivocally' after his remarks were met with a wave of backlash.

Deadly Russian Strikes Rock Kyiv on Eve of NATO Summit

CASSANDRA VINOGRAD

Ballistic missiles were fired into the capital of Ukraine, as Russia launched its second major attack in less than a week. At least seven people were killed, officials said.