What Would Recognizing a Palestinian State Mean?
The announcements reflect deep frustrations with Israel’s conduct in Gaza and in the occupied West Bank, experts say.
Politics and Government
U.K. Could Recognize Palestinian Statehood in September
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that he would recognize the state of Palestine in September if Israel does not agree to a cease-fire with Hamas.
Trump Urges the U.K. to Drill More Oil, Criticizing Its Energy Policy
President Trump said the North Sea was a “treasure chest,” but its high taxes were driving away oil producers.
India Says It Killed 3 Militants Behind Spring Terrorist Attack in Kashmir
The government has faced criticism for being slow to catch the shooters who slaughtered 26 civilians and started clashes between India and Pakistan.
Alvaro Uribe, Ex-President of Colombia, Is Convicted of Bribery
Mr. Uribe, a towering figure in Colombian politics, was accused of trying to bribe a former paramilitary to retract testimony damaging to him.
‘Revenge Is Not a Policy’: Israelis Voice Dissent Against the War in Gaza
After a long silence, prominent Israelis and activists are increasingly raising alarms about potential war crimes being carried out by the government.
For Trump, E.U. Trade Deal was Badly Needed
After a lot of big talk on trade, the Trump administration needed a big win. It appears to have just gotten one.
Germany’s Far-Right Party May Be Banned. Its Voters Fear Being Left Voiceless.
Supporters of the Alternative for Germany say they might quit voting if the party is outlawed. Some opponents are against such a move, too.
The Far Right in Germany Wants to Soften Its Image, Not Its Policies
The Alternative for Germany, or AfD, has adopted a code of conduct for its members, without changing its positions on immigration and other issues.
Tehran Is at Risk of Running Out of Water Within Weeks
After a five-year drought and decades of mismanagement, a water crisis is battering Iran.