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For Many Israelis, Oct. 7 Never Ended NYT » World News The Hamas-led attacks that day shattered Israelis’ faith in the state, and the year of war that followed has deepened society’s divisions. Yet many find hope in the people’s resilience.

Oppenheimer’s Communist Past Draws New Attention NYT » World News As Harvard and a top biographer square off, proponents of a middle path see a tangled life in which the superstar of science was, and was not, a true Communist at the same time.

So, Are You Pregnant Yet? China’s In-Your-Face Push for More Babies. NYT » World News The government is again trying to insert itself into women’s childbearing decisions, knocking on doors and making calls with questions some find downright invasive.

Athens Democracy Forum: Young Activists on What Drives Them NYT » World News Six young people from around the world who attended the Athens Democracy Forum spoke about what drives them and the challenges they face.

Athens Democracy Forum: Can Money Help Save Democracy? NYT » World News Experts on a panel in Athens last week debated how a growth in organizations aimed at countering a rise in autocracies could help turn the tide.

Athens Democracy Forum: Where Is Global Politics Headed? NYT » World News Voters have more opportunities than ever in 2024 to shape history in their countries, but war, technology and other forces pose a powerful threat, experts said.

A Young Activist Arrested in Zimbabwe Holds Onto Her ‘Why’ NYT » World News Namatai Kwekweza said she remained committed to her advocacy for change in Africa, despite a harrowing experience in Zimbabwe.

Does India Offer a Glimmer of Hope for Democracy? NYT » World News Prime Minister Modi was re-elected, but his party fell short in dominating Parliament. Was that an inflection point for the world’s largest democracy?

Athens Democracy Forum: Seeking the Road to Peace in the Middle East NYT » World News Panelists at the Athens Democracy Forum discussed the widening conflict and the challenge of getting the warring parties to a consensus.

A Year Later, Biden Faces the Limits of U.S. Influence in the Mideast NYT » World News In the immediate aftermath of the Hamas-led attacks on Oct. 7, the president stepped in to support Israel, counsel moderation and seek a lasting peace.

Washington Worries the Israelis Will Bomb Iran’s Nuclear Sites. But Can They? NYT » World News For 22 years, Israeli forces have planned for this moment. But it seems unlikely that they will strike Iran’s nuclear facilities in the next round of retaliation, or that they would be successful without American help.

Israelis Hold Sorrowful Vigils on Anniversary of Oct. 7 Attack NYT » World News Israelis gathered on Monday to mourn those killed or abducted on the deadliest day in the country’s history.

Tuesday Briefing: Israelis and Palestinians Mourn a Year of Loss NYT » World News Plus, Chappell Roan navigates the demands of fame.

Netanyahu Rebukes Macron’s Call for Arms Embargo on Israel NYT » World News The French leader said countries should stop supplying weapons to Israel, arguing that providing arms while demanding a cease-fire is inconsistent. That drew the Israeli leader’s fury.

Israel rejects U.N. court’s jurisdiction to issue a warrant for Netanyahu’s arrest. NYT » World News Karim Khan, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court in February.

Israel Faces 4-Front War Year After Oct. 7 Attack NYT » World News Gaza, Lebanon, Iran and Yemen: Israeli forces exchanged fire with militants backed by Tehran on Monday.

Viktor Bout Is Trying to Sell Weapons to the Houthis, Western Officials Say NYT » World News The Russian arms dealer, who was freed in a prisoner exchange with the United States, is negotiating with the militant group in Yemen.

Pro-Israel and Pro-Palestinian Students at Columbia Hold Side-by-Side Protests NYT » World News During tense but somber vigils on the university library steps, students and their supporters expressed outrage and sorrow.

As a Massacre Unfolded in Haiti, a Frantic Call: ‘Send for Help' NYT » World News When a gang assaulted a town in central Haiti last week, one woman called a local community leader begging for assistance. The massacre left at least 78 civilians dead.

Why Israel’s Hostage Families Are Turning on Their Government NYT » World News Family members of hostages held in Gaza are escalating their tactics to push for a cease-fire deal. They say the government is dragging out the war in Gaza for political reasons, and putting their family members’ lives at risk.