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House Passes Bill to Impose Sanctions on I.C.C. Officials for Israeli Prosecutions NYT » World News The action put the measure on track for likely enactment given strong support for it among Republicans, who now control the Senate, and President-elect Donald J. Trump.

Guantánamo Bay Explained: The Costs, the Captives and Why It’s Still Open NYT » World News Just 15 men remain at the prison, down from hundreds when it opened 23 years ago. But the costly operation could go on for years.

France Indicts Founder of Notorious Website Used in Pelicot Rape Case NYT » World News The site, coco.fr, was shut down in June after being linked to more than 23,000 sexual abuse and other cases in France alone, including the rape trial that shocked the country last year.

France Indicts Founder of Notorious Website Used in Pelicot Rape Case NYT » World News The site, coco.fr, was shut down in June after being linked to more than 23,000 sexual abuse and other cases in France alone, including the rape trial that shocked the country last year.

U.S. Efforts to Cut Emissions Stalled in 2024 as Power Demand Surged NYT » World News After staying flat for nearly two decades, electricity use is starting to rise again, and the boom in wind and solar power hasn’t kept pace.

With Trump Arriving, Zelensky Urges Allies Not to ‘Drop the Ball’ NYT » World News In an impassioned address to officials from countries supporting Ukraine, Mr. Zelensky said ‘a new chapter’ would be starting for Europe and the rest of the world, requiring even more cooperation.

Elon Musk Is Trying to Break Germany’s Quarantine on the Far-Right AfD NYT » World News Political leaders have shunned the Alternative for Germany. But on his social media platform X, Mr. Musk is pitching the party as mainstream.

Lebanese Lawmakers Choose a President After 2 Years of Gridlock NYT » World News Lawmakers elected Joseph Aoun, the commander of the Lebanese military, the first step in forming a government to lead a country recovering from economic crisis and a devastating war.

Egypt Sees Its Refugees as a Scapegoat and an Opportunity NYT » World News Palestinians, Sudanese and Syrians fleeing war have found a home in the country. But Cairo says newcomers are straining resources and is seeking financial help from the West.

U.S. Saw an Opportunity While It Pushed to Arm Ukraine NYT » World News The White House seized a rare chance to undermine Russia and build up regional allies as it built a coalition to support the Ukrainians.

Putin Gets a Snub in the Vast Wine Cellars of a Former Soviet Republic NYT » World News The Russian president celebrated his 50th birthday at a winery in Moldova. After the invasion of Ukraine, it moved the bottles he was given away from public view.

U.S. Efforts to Cut Emissions Stalled in 2024 as Power Demand Surged NYT » World News After staying flat for nearly two decades, electricity use is starting to rise again, and the boom in wind and solar power hasn’t kept pace.

Who Is Pierre Poilievre, the Conservative Leader on a Path to Become Canada’s Next Prime Minister? NYT » World News Pierre Poilievre, the Conservative leader, enjoys a commanding lead in the polls as Canadians look to the next general election.

South Korean Colonel Who Accused President of Whitewash Is Acquitted NYT » World News The case, involving an inquiry into a marine’s death, had stoked political tensions long before President Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment last month.

Thursday Briefing NYT » World News Here’s what you need to know.

Egypt Sees Its Refugees as a Problem and an Opportunity NYT » World News Palestinians, Sudanese and Syrians fleeing war have found a home in the country. But Cairo says newcomers are straining resources and is seeking financial help from the West.

Hiker Found Alive After 13 Days Lost in Australian Mountains NYT » World News The 23-year-old hiker, Hadi Nazari, survived for almost two weeks on two granola bars he found in a hut and on water from rivers and creeks, the authorities said.

Israeli Soldiers on Vacation Are Being Investigated for War Crimes in Gaza NYT » World News The Israeli military will longer identify its forces by name in the media, “fearing the arrest of soldiers abroad.”

Thursday Briefing: Los Angeles Battles Deadly Wildfires NYT » World News Plus, how genetics factor into longevity.

Hostage Is Found Dead in Gaza Tunnel, Israel Says NYT » World News The hostage, Youssef Ziyadne, an Arab Bedouin, was seized along with three grown children on Oct. 7, 2023. Two of them were released, but there is “serious concern” about the fate of the third.