U.S. Will Offer Embassy Services in a West Bank Settlement for the First Time
Palestinians and Israelis on the right and left all say that the move is a step toward legitimizing the Israeli settlements, which most of the world considers illegal.
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A Seasoned French Museum Chief Takes Over a Louvre in Crisis
Christophe Leribault, who runs the Palace of Versailles, will replace Laurence des Cars, who resigned months after an audacious jewel heist.
Thanks, Ukrainians Say, but Please Stop Calling Us Resilient
Ukraine must project strength to secure continued Western support. But its people want the world to know they are not superhuman.
How a Day of Mayhem Unfolded in Mexico
The Times reporter Maria Abi-Habib describes the surge of violence in Mexico that erupted after a government raid killed the powerful cartel boss known as El Mencho.
Louvre Director Resigns, Months After Crown Jewels Were Stolen in Heist
Laurence des Cars’s departure is the latest setback for the world’s largest museum. Her tenure was marred by labor strikes, water leaks, a ticket scam and security lapses, which led to the heist in October.
How the U.S. Is Crippling Cuba’s Economy
Cuba is facing its worst economic crisis in 67 years. Blackouts and fuel shortages have worsened after President Trump tightened restrictions on oil. Our international correspondent Frances Robles talks with Katrin Bennhold about the current situation …
Iranians Brace for War as Trump Considers Targeted Strikes
Stores are well stocked, and there have been no reports of shortages of food and other essentials, but many Iranians are in limbo as they wait to see whether U.S. forces will attack.
How Former Prince Andrew’s Ties to Epstein Led to His Downfall
Last week, the British authorities arrested the former Prince Andrew amid allegations that he shared confidential government information with Jeffrey Epstein. Michael D. Shear, The Times’s chief U.K. correspondent, explains what we know about the forme…
After Six Decades of War on Drugs, Does Anything Work?
The U.S. and its allies have spilled blood and treasure to kill drug lords and defeat cartels, but the drugs keep coming and the new groups are more violent than ever.
Mexican Forces Say They Tracked El Mencho to Cabin by Following His Lover
Top security officials revealed details of the operation that led to the death of Mexico’s most wanted drug cartel leader.