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Egypt’s Defense Chiefs Pledge to Support Saudi Arabia After Houthi Attacks

Egypt pledges Saudi security support

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by Euan Ward / 1h

President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi had called on Egyptian lawmakers to authorize military assistance to the kingdom, saying any support would be defensive.

Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Terminal, as Starshield Disruptions Persist

by Constant Méheut / 1h

Ukrainian officials said the Pentagon and SpaceX have not yet responded to inquiries about disruptions to the U.S.-provided satellite internet service used by Ukrainian forces.

Pope Leo Addresses the Faithful a Day After Leaving the Hospital

by Motoko Rich and Elisabetta Povoledo / 1h

“This experience has made me feel a special closeness to all those who are battling illness and infirmity,” he said, in his first public appearance since his lung surgery.

Yesterday

France in Shock After Protests Devolve Into Riots

France protests trigger mass arrests

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by Catherine Porter and Ségolène Le Stradic / 4h

Centrist and leftist leaders blamed each other after anti-government protests devolved into chaos.

In India, the Scion of a Political Dynasty Tries to Seize His Moment

by Anupreeta Das and Hari Kumar / 8h

Rahul Gandhi is the descendant of three prime ministers. A surge of protests could give him a springboard to take on the nation’s current leader.

Singing, Dancing and Getting Dumped by A.I. on Korean TV

by Jin Yu Young / 8h

Three celebrities date artificial intelligence avatars on a reality show made in South Korea, where A.I. is hugely popular.

Deadly ‘Incident’ at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright Sparks Fire

Deadly Wainwright military base fire

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by Ian Austen / 10h

The defense minister said people were killed and injured at a base in Alberta, but officials did not offer details on the cause.

At Least 19 Dead After Stampede at Indian Religious Event

by Pranav Baskar / 15h

Such deadly crowd events are relatively common in India, and it was unclear what caused this one. The authorities detained the event’s organizer and others involved.

Mexican Judge Sentences 3 Men to 159 Years Each in Surfer Killings

by Maria Abi-Habib / 16h

The men were charged in the murders of two Australians and an American who were on a camping and surf vacation in Mexico.

Kenya Confirms Four New Ebola Cases

Kenya reports seven Ebola cases

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by Pranav Baskar and Brian O. Otieno / 17h

Seven Ebola infections have now been confirmed in Kenya, which before this month had never recorded cases of the deadly virus.

Israeli Settlers Attack Palestinians and European Officials in West Bank

by Aaron Boxerman and Adam Rasgon / 17h

Extremists assaulted residents and broke a European diplomatic vehicle’s window, witnesses said, as settler violence surges in the territory during the olive harvest.

Unrest Mars Day of Protest in France, as Student Movement Turns National

Worldwide protests over economic hardship

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by Catherine Porter / 18h

Riots broke out in several French cities alongside peaceful marches of tens of thousands of people demonstrating against rising living costs and poor school conditions.

Egypt’s President Says He Will Leave Office in 2030

Sisi presidency ends in 2030

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by Euan Ward / 18h

President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, who has so far ruled for over a dozen years, pledged to respect constitutional limits while also seeking parliamentary approval to help defend Saudi Arabia.

Trump Signs Order Waiving New Russia Sanctions

Trump suspends Russian energy sanctions

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by Alan Rappeport / 18h

The sanctions were part of a measure that was named after Senator Lindsey Graham, the South Carolina Republican who died in July.

U.S. Floats Lifeline to Russia: Allowing More Gas Sales to Europe

by Anton Troianovski and Jim Tankersley / 18h

The Trump administration is pitching the idea as part of a peace deal with Ukraine, but Europe is wary and critics say Russia would be strengthened.

Dispute Between Trump Allies Centers on Millions Transferred From Congo

by Tyler Pager and Anatoly Kurmanaev / 20h

The White House inquiry is focused on diverging accounts from Richard Grenell and Alina Habba Mildon about a $17 million transfer from a government account in the African country to a Texas defense firm.

What to Know About the Violent Protests in Albania

Albanian student protests turn violent

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by Fatjona Mejdini and Lynsey Chutel / 20h

Student demonstrations over education converged with broader protests against rising living costs and a luxury development linked to Jared Kushner, President Trump’s son-in-law.

Indian Gen Z Protest Leader Is Released on Bail After Arrest

India arrests cockroach movement leader

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by Anupreeta Das / 20h

Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, was detained on his way to a protest called to demand the resignation of India’s top election official.

Yemen Fighting Rages as Civilian Toll From Houthi-Saudi Conflict Worsens

by Ismaeel Naar / 21h

New clashes were reported as the Houthis put more pressure on Taiz, a city connecting the government-held south of the country and the Red Sea.

A Calgary Crowd Rallies for Canada as Alberta’s Vote on Secession Nears

Carney rallies Alberta for Canada

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by Ian Austen / 1d

Prime Minister Mark Carney was among the speakers calling for a united Canada and warning about the dangers of division.

Pope Leo Leaves Hospital, Days After Lung Cancer Surgery

Pope lung recovery looks good

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by Elisabetta Povoledo / 1d

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