World
US‑Iran deal leaves the future of Lebanon uncertain – and subject to Israel playing the spoiler
President Donald Trump has talked of a potential role for Syrian forces in fighting Hezbollah – a move that would raise alarm in Lebanon.
Haiti at the World Cup is more than an underdog tale – it is the story of global migration
For the first time since 1974, the Haitian men’s team has qualified for the World Cup. This is their story.
For Iran’s diaspora, a tough World Cup call: To support the national team or protest – or both?
Iran’s team faces a hostile reception from the US government and some of its brethren in the diaspora. Yet others hope the event will trump politics — for now.
From a World Heritage‑listed city to sacred shrines, Lebanon’s historic sites are being destroyed
Israel’s airstrikes in the south of the country have damaged ancient Roman ruins, mosques, schools and churches.
A peace deal may bring an end to the Iran war, but what did the US and Israel truly achieve?
The deal will leave Iran in a stronger position than before the war, the US with far less leverage in the region, and Israel in the lurch.
Ebola may have spread beyond Africa. How are health authorities responding?
Three experts explain how the rare Bundibugyo strain of Ebola may have crossed continents.
A lot of ‘recycled’ plastic is being burned overseas – and causing widespread pollution linked to health problems
As more countries ban waste imports, plastic waste generators like the US will need to find better solutions. A few states are putting more responsibility on producers.
‘Soccer’ is a fine term for the beautiful game – don’t let any ‘football’ snob or president tell you otherwise this World Cup
‘Soccer’ originated as a slang term in the 1880s and continues to be used around the world today. So why are some people squeamish about the term?
What is ‘strategic autonomy’ – and why is everyone suddenly reaching for it?
The leaders of Canada, France, India and Turkey are among those looking to leverage their ability to say ‘no’ to Washington.
The US and Europe are diverging on how to deal with Belarus — and that could benefit Putin’s loyal ally
Behind the difference looms the specter of Russia, which each side sees in increasingly opposing terms.