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Netanyahu Clashes With Defense Minister on Gaza, Exposing Schisms NYT » World News Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Yoav Gallant of embracing an “anti-Israel narrative” in a disagreement over how to prosecute the war.

Rachael Lillis, Who Voiced Popular ‘Pokémon’ Characters, Dies at 55 NYT » World News Ms. Lillis voiced the characters of Misty and Jessie in the animated series based on a video game. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in May.

Russian Border Post Reveals Signs of Ukraine’s Surprise Attack NYT » World News A week after the biggest foreign incursion into Russia since World War II, The New York Times visited one of the spots where Ukrainian forces stormed into Russia and surprised the defenders.

Pakistan’s Ex-Spy Chief, an Imran Khan Ally, Is Arrested NYT » World News The arrest of Lt. Gen. Faiz Hameed is the first time a current or former head of the powerful Inter-Services Intelligence agency faces court-martial proceedings.

Javad Zarif’s Resignation in Iran Signals Divisions as President’s Cabinet Takes Shape NYT » World News Mohammad Javad Zarif’s resignation shocked Iran’s political circles and came as President Masoud Pezeshkian announced that his cabinet would include several conservatives and only one woman.

Netanyahu Slams Gallant for Questioning the Goal of ‘Total Victory’ in Gaza NYT » World News Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, left, with his defense minister, Yoav Gallant, in October.

Tuesday Briefing: Putin Lashes Out Over Incursion NYT » World News Plus, A.I. is helping piece together an ancient epic.

Why Iran Has Waited to Retaliate Against Israel for Hamas Leader’s Killing NYT » World News Tehran is under pressure to avenge the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, but analysts said it is balancing multiple factors as it weighs a response.

Why Iran Has Waited to Retaliate Against Israel for Hamas Leader’s Killing NYT » World News Tehran is under pressure to avenge the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, but analysts said it is balancing multiple factors as it weighs a response.

For the Rescuer of an Ancient Shipwreck, Trouble Arrived in the Mail NYT » World News The packages were sent to a woman whose work had led to the heralded recovery of the Kyrenia, and to new insights into classical Greek seafaring. But their ancient contents were a problem.

Netanyahu slams his defense minister for questioning the goal of ‘total victory’ in Gaza. NYT » World News Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, left, blasted his defense minister, Yoav Gallant, on Monday.

2 People Stabbed in London’s Leicester Square NYT » World News A girl, 11, and a woman, 34, were attacked on Monday in the often-crowded area of the city center, the police said. A man has been arrested.

Russia, Facing Ukrainian Incursion, Maintains Pressure in Eastern Ukraine NYT » World News Russian forces are pummeling Ukrainian positions along the front lines, Ukrainian military officials said, as an incursion onto Russian soil by Ukraine continues.

U.S. Officials to Visit China for Economic Talks as Trade Tensions Rise NYT » World News The recently established U.S.-China Financial Working Group is set to meet for discussions about financial stability and curbing the flow of fentanyl.

Middle East Crisis: Israel on Guard for Retaliation as Diplomats Push for End to War NYT » World News The U.S. and Arab mediators were preparing to present a “final” proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza, as Israel remained on alert for a response to the killings of two militant leaders.

A Nazi Villa So Tainted Berlin Can’t Give It Away NYT » World News The former estate of Joseph Goebbels, the Nazi propaganda minister, is too expensive to keep and perilous to sell. No one knows quite what to do with it.

U.K. Riots Pose Critical Test for Keir Starmer NYT » World News Even after restoring order, the new prime minister faces a bigger challenge: defusing the issues of fraying public services and a cost of living crisis that underlie the unrest.

U.S. Orders Submarine to Middle East Amid Fears of Escalation NYT » World News Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III spoke with his Israeli counterpart, Yoav Gallant, the Pentagon said. In an unusual disclosure, it said Mr. Austin had ordered a submarine to the Middle East.

Wildfire With 80-Foot Flames Spreads Near Athens NYT » World News The blaze broke out in a town near the Greek capital on Sunday, damaging buildings and prompting evacuations.

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