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What We Know About the Helicopter Crash That Killed Iran’s President NYT » World News The deaths of two of Iran’s most high-profile leaders — President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian — come at a tumultuous time for the country.

Julian Assange’s Extradition Appeal Hearing: What Could Happen? NYT » World News A hearing on Monday will determine whether Julian Assange has any more recourse in the British courts to appeal his extradition to the United States.

Middle East Crisis: International Criminal Court Prosecutor Requests Warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas Leaders NYT » World News While the request must be approved by the court’s judges, the announcement is a blow to Israel’s government and will likely fuel international criticism of its war strategy in Gaza.

Israel Should Expect Little Change After Iranian President’s Death, Experts Say NYT » World News Israel, despite being one of Iran’s biggest foes, saw little strategic benefit from the president’s death and was not likely to change its posture toward Tehran, analysts said.

Assange Can Appeal U.S. Extradition, English Court Rules NYT » World News The WikiLeaks founder won his bid to appeal his extradition on espionage charges, opening a new chapter in a prolonged legal battle.

ICC Prosecutor Requests Warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas Leaders NYT » World News While the request must be approved by the court’s judges, the announcement is a blow to Mr. Netanyahu and will likely fuel international criticism of Israel’s war strategy in Gaza.

Iranian President Helicopter Crash: Raisi Dies in Crash, Iranian State Media Report NYT » World News President Ebrahim Raisi and Iran’s foreign minister were killed in a helicopter crash, leaving the country without two of its most influential figures.

Who Was Iran’s Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir Abdollahian? NYT » World News A hard-liner and career diplomat long focused on Iran’s relationships in the Middle East, he died in a helicopter crash that also killed Iran’s president.

Back From War, These I.D.F. Soldiers Demand New Leadership NYT » World News Some reservists in the Israel Defense Forces who have returned home from war are joining the growing calls within Israel for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his right-wing coalition to step aside.

Is Biodegradable Plastic Really a Thing? NYT » World News Technically, it exists. But here’s what to think about when shopping.

What to Know About Mohammad Mokhber, Iran’s Acting President NYT » World News Mr. Mokhber has long been involved in business conglomerates tied to Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. He must hold elections for a new president within 50 days.

For Old Ukrainians, Russia’s Invasion Echoes World War II Trauma NYT » World News The oldest Ukrainians whose towns have been bombarded and overrun by Russia’s invasion have memories of similar miseries at the hands of Nazi Germany in World War II.

South Africa’s Highest Court Says Jacob Zuma Can’t Serve in Parliament NYT » World News With elections a week away, the political comeback of Mr. Zuma, the former president, has presented a test for the country’s fledgling democracy.

Proud to Serve Israel, but Not Its Government NYT » World News Some reservists in the Israel Defense Forces who have returned home from war have joined the growing calls within Israel for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his right-wing coalition to step aside.

In China, Deepfakes of ‘Russian’ Women Point to ‘Nationalistic Sexism’ NYT » World News A.I.-manipulated videos on Chinese sites use young, supposedly Russian women to promote China-Russia ties, stoke patriotism — and make money.

Monday Briefing NYT » World News Iran’s president is killed in a helicopter crash.

Ebrahim Raisi, Iran’s President, Is Dead at 63 NYT » World News The hard-line Shiite cleric was seen as a possible successor to Iran’s supreme leader. Mr. Raisi’s death comes at a moment of turbulence for a country facing a deepening conflict with Israel.

Julian Assange’s Extradition Appeal Hearing: What Could Happen? NYT » World News A hearing on Monday will determine whether Julian Assange has any more recourse in the British courts to appeal his extradition to the United States.

Europe Wants to Build a Stronger Defense Industry, but Can’t Decide How NYT » World News Conflicting political visions, competitive jockeying and American dominance stand in the way of a more coordinated and efficient military machine.

New Taiwan President Lai Ching-te Faces Big Challenges NYT » World News Lai Ching-te, the incoming president, has vowed to stay on his predecessor’s narrow path of resisting Beijing without provoking it. It won’t be easy.