Ron DeSantis’s Reality
The challenges that Gov. Ron DeSantis faces in any presidential run go beyond Donald Trump.
Politics and Government
Turkey’s Next President Will Win an Economy in Peril
A surge in government spending before the election this month and pressure on the country’s currency could hit the economy in coming months, experts say.
Iran Dismisses Ali Shamkhani, Top National Security Official
Ali Shamkhani was one of the most powerful men in Iran, but it was not enough to insulate him after a close associate was accused of selling information to Britain.
Sinn Fein Surges in Local Elections, Highlighting Northern Ireland’s Divide
As the party climbs, its rivals, the Democratic Unionists, are stalled, which means any compromise that could revive its power-sharing national government may remain elusive.
Biden Sees Coming ‘Thaw’ With China, Even as He Rallies Allies Against Beijing
During the Group of 7 meeting that just wrapped up, President Biden forged a consensus approach toward China despite tensions between the major powers over their approach.
Erdogan Is Endorsed by Sinan Ogan
The support of Sinan Ogan gives the Turkish president a boost as he takes on the opposition leader Kemal Kilicdaroglu.
As Russia Claims Victory in Bakhmut, Ukraine Sees Opportunity Amid Ruins
Military analysts say that if Moscow continues to send reinforcements to defend the city, that could weaken Russian forces’ ability to hold off a broader counteroffensive that Ukraine has been planning.
Supreme Court Criticism
Democrats used to criticize the Supreme Court respectfully. Increasingly, they see the court as irredeemable.
France’s Latest Way to Sound Anger Over Pensions Law: Saucepans
Protesters have been harassing the French government in clanky demonstrations that have gone viral in a country with no shortage of kitchenware.