
Three Killed in Israeli Strikes in Southern Lebanon, Local Media Says: what we know so far
Three Killed in Israeli Strikes in Southern Lebanon, Local Media Says, Haaretz reports, as outside powers urge de‑escalation. Here is what is at stake now.

Hong Kong ranks No 2 in global competitiveness with best showing in 7 years: why it matters now
Hong Kong ranks No 2 in global competitiveness with best showing in 7 years, just behind Singapore out of 70 economies. Here is why it matters and what to watch next.

Ukrainian drones hit Kapotnya in biggest attack in years shocks Moscow
Ukrainian drones hit Kapotnya in biggest attack in years, shrouding Moscow in smoke. Here is what NBC News is reporting and what to watch next.

Kaja Kallas responds after Israeli foreign minister says he will 'sever all contact' with her
Kaja Kallas responds after Israeli foreign minister says he will 'sever all contact' with her, stressing dialogue with Israel and raising stakes for EU-Israel ties.

Afghanistan Issues Ban on Smartphones for Civil Servants and Military: What We Know So Far
Afghanistan Issues Ban on Smartphones for Civil Servants and Military, with the Taliban’s top court warning of smashed phones and punishment. Here is what is at stake and what to watch next.

Gulf States Are Frustrated by Failure to Tackle Iran’s Missiles, Analysts Say
Gulf States Are Frustrated by Failure to Tackle Iran’s Missiles, Analysts Say as a U.S.-Iran peace outline skips rockets and drones, raising fresh doubts over U.S. security guarantees.

Poland arrests suspect in killing of Russian artist critical of Putin, PM Donald Tusk says
Poland arrests a suspect in the killing of a Russian artist critical of Putin, PM Donald Tusk says. The case highlights rising fears over Russian attacks abroad.
Here’s how Russia’s nuclear-powered ‘Skyfall’ missile works: NPR explains the risky tech
Here’s how Russia’s nuclear-powered ‘Skyfall’ missile works: NPR breaks down MIT research on Russia’s Burevestnik cruise missile and why analysts warn it’s a terrible idea.